Scotland's Oldest Tartan Glen Affric Brought Back to Life

March 06, 2024

Scotland’s oldest known tartan has been brought back to life. Discovered in a peaty bog in the 1980s, the remains of this fabric have been recreated into a tartan that can now be enjoyed by highlandwear lovers across the world.

What Tartan Did David Tennant Wear To The BAFTA's?

February 19, 2024

The 77th BAFTA’s took place on the 18th of February and while the room was filled with the usual pageantry, there was one outfit that stood out from the rest. Award winning actor David Tennant graced the awards wearing a kilt, not just any kilt, a MacGregor and MacDuff kilt.

The History of Scotland's Iconic Kilt

February 07, 2024

Scotland's iconic relationship with the kilt began as far back as the 16th century when wool became an affordable and effective material for clothing. Before sheep and wool were established in the highlands, people would wear clothes made from linen and while cheap, it was better suited for climates much further south than the highlands of Scotland. Wool on the other hand is naturally weather-resistant and a great insulator, perfect for the harsh Scottish conditions.

Louis and Xenia's Wedding Day

January 17, 2024

With the new year in full swing, we’ve been looking back on all of the brilliant wedding days we were a part of in 2023. When we saw the spectacular images from Louis and Xenia’s wedding, we just knew we wanted to know more about the story behind their day. The couple were kind enough to take the time to tell us about their wedding day, as well as their experience with our Tartan Design Service.

What Should You Wear to a Burns Supper?

January 10, 2024

Every year on January 25th, people worldwide commemorate the incredible life and work of Robert Burns. The inaugural Burns Night was held in 1801, five years after his death, by a group of his close friends at the Burns Cottage in Alloway. The evening consisted of various performances and speeches, accompanied by a classic haggis dinner. The first Burns Supper was so well-received that the group decided to make it an annual event, henceforth celebrated each year on Burns' birthday.

Outfits For Scottish Events

January 03, 2024

The festive season is drawing to a close but there’s always something to get kilted up for and our tartan is here to help you do it. From Burns Night Suppers to winter weddings and ceilidhs, look no further for the ultimate guide to dressing for your next Scottish celebration.

Kilts in Winter

December 27, 2023

As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, it's time to start thinking about how to stay warm and stylish in the winter. And what better way to do that than with a kilt?

MacGregor and MacDuff Wrapped 2023

December 20, 2023

This year was a sensational one for us! We had the pleasure of outfitting several celebrities including Richard Rankin, Luke Combs, JLS, the Hebridean Baker, and Mark Heyes. Additionally, we launched our new exclusive Harris Mist tartan and Tarbert Tweed jacket with a memorable trip to the Hebridean Isle. Tartans, tweeds, and tailoring have never been more exciting!Join us on a trip down memory lane as we appreciate the highlandwear hits of 2023.

Christmas at the Kilt Shop

December 13, 2023

The holiday season is here once again and we’re feeling the festive spirit across our stores. Each of our Scottish locations has had a magical makeover in time for Christmas. Check them out below.

A Year of Scottish Style

December 06, 2023

It’s been another busy year here at the Kings of Kilts. We’ve launched a new tartan, taken our fitting service back to New York City and Toronto and been the go-to kiltmaker to the stars. Most importantly, we’ve seen countless grooms walk into their big day looking and feeling their best. Dream weddings are at the heart of everything we do and we love the opportunity to work with and meet suppliers across the industry. We have been lucky enough to provide outfits for some breathtaking styled shoots throughout the year. Dive into a few of our favourites below.

Dapper Tartan Design

November 29, 2023

Many of our Tartan Design customers reach out to us as they are marking a special occasion. We take great pride in helping people celebrate life’s milestones, like Michael Sold, who worked with us to create a tartan ahead of the 33rd anniversary of his wedding to his wife Beatrice.

When Should You Start Arranging Your Kilt?

November 22, 2023

The design of a traditional Scottish kilt has remained largely unchanged since the 18th century. From weaving the tartan to folding the pleats, each step of the process requires great skill and craftsmanship. Even after the Industrial Revolution introduced commodities like weaving and sewing machines, the process is still fairly complex. The intricacy and complexity of kilts is what makes them special, meaning production does take time. Whether you are buying a machine-made or handmade kilt, it’s important to consider how far in advance you should get things organised. While hire kilts aren’t made to order, during busy times of...