How to Find Your Family Tartan?

October 19, 2023

In 2009 a Scottish Government paper on the Scottish diaspora estimated that the number of people worldwide claiming some level of Scottish ancestry was between 28 and 40 million. This is a significant number of people when you consider the population of Scotland in 2023 is just under 5.5 million. The country with the most people of Scottish ancestry is the United States, with an estimated 5.2 million Scottish Americans. You’ll find Gaelic speakers in Canada and highland games in Malaysia and it’s this diaspora that has given the kilt global recognition. In fact, one of the best ways to...

Annabelle and David's City Wedding Day

October 11, 2023

A day spent with family and friends, stopping off around some of Glasgow’s most iconic locations? Sounds like the dream day to us and that’s just what David and Annabelle’s wedding was! The newly-weds were kind enough to share the story of their day with us, as well as some fantastic images. Read all about their day below. 

Traditional Kilts VS Utility Kilts

October 06, 2023

When you attend any formal event in Scotland, you are guaranteed to see at least one person wearing a kilt. Kilts are a part of Scottish identity and are celebrated as such at every opportunity. The design of a traditional Scottish kilt has remained unchanged since the 18th century when the first fèileadh beag, or little kilt, was created. However, since then alternative kilt styles have been created, some of which have grown in popularity. So what’s the difference between traditional and contemporary kilt? If a kilt isn’t traditional, can it still be considered a kilt? Utility Kilts A growing...

The Groom's Room Experience at House Martin Barbers

October 04, 2023

As the wedding approaches, the groom's journey towards their big day is often filled with excitement, anticipation, and a touch of nervousness. Among the many preparations that come with weddings, the grooming and styling experience hold a very important place. There is no better place to embrace this experience than with our exclusive Groom's Room in the stylish House Martin Barbers on Bath Street, in Glasgow’s bustling City Centre. The Groom's Room is a space thoughtfully designed to offer a retreat from pre-wedding chaos, creating an ambiance that exudes relaxation and leaves you feeling confident ahead of your nuptials. House...

Why would an American wear a kilt?

September 29, 2023

The relationship between Scots and America began as far back as the early 1600s when prisoners, indentured servants, and free Scots traveled to the New World. Free Scots, or Scots who had traveled to America on their own accord, initially settled on the east coast. Generally speaking, Lowland Scots tended to settle in towns such as New York and Highlanders headed for the frontier, like North Carolina.

Glasgow Caledonian University Window Display

September 26, 2023

Earlier this year, we had the pleasure of collaborating with Glasgow Caledonian University on one of their industry live projects. We worked with Second Year Fashion Design with Business students as they were set the task of creating a range of streetwear incorporating elements of our Mist tartans.

Fèis Ìle Tartan Design Competition

September 20, 2023

The Fèis Ìle Festival is an annual event celebrating the beautiful Isle of Islay. Spanning across 10 days, the event is a gathering of whisky and Islay lovers alike. The festival showcases the culture and spirit of the island and supports local charities, organisations and artists. We were delighted to be approached by the Fèis Ìle Committee this year as they launched a competition to design a tartan for the festival.

Steven and Annina's Fairytale Wedding Day

September 13, 2023

Wedding season is blooming and we love nothing more than seeing our real life couples tie the knot. When we saw the images from Steven and Annina’s magical day, we just knew we had to know more about how their wedding came to life.

The Scottish Celebrant

September 06, 2023

While highlandwear is steeped in history and tradition, there are endless ways to make it modern. We work closely with many other suppliers in the wedding industry and have had the pleasure of working with Paul Browett, The Scottish Celebrant many times. Paul is no stranger to putting a spin on all things tartan and was kind enough to share some of his favourite outfits with us. 

Harris Mist and Tarbert Tweed for Hire

September 01, 2023

After many months of planning and preparation, our sixth MacGregor and MacDuff exclusive tartan was launched earlier this year. Unique yet versatile, Harris Mist quickly became one of our favourite tartans, especially when paired with its perfect partner, our Tarbert Tweed Jacket and Waistcoat. Our newest tartan and tweed will be available as part of our hire range from the 1st of September and we can’t wait to see how you style them. Keep reading for Harris Mist and Tarbert Tweed style inspiration to get you started.

Our Sustainability Pledge

August 24, 2023

Nowadays, more than ever, there is a discussion and increased awareness around climate change and environmental issues. While many of us do our bit to help where we can, here at MacGregor and MacDuff, we believe that change starts from the top and aim to lead by example. It is our goal to be leaders in the highlandwear industry not just when it comes to our services and products but also in our sustainability pledge and environmental impact. 

Kirsten and Matt's Wedding Day

August 16, 2023

Wedding season is in full swing and we can’t get enough of seeing your wonderful celebrations. With more than 40 years experience in the highlandwear industry, we have seen every kind of day, from countryside getaways to romantic elopements. Having been based in Glasgow from the very start, there’s a special place in our hearts for city weddings. Matt and Kirsten tied the knot back in April and made sure to stop off at some of Glasgow’s most iconic locations. The newly-weds were generous enough to share their wedding story with us, jump into their day below.