What are Tartan Trews
Trews are traditional Scottish trousers that have been worn as part of highland dress for centuries. Unlike a standard pair of trousers, they sit higher on your waist and feature a fishtail back, creating the recognisable trews silhouette.
MacGregor and MacDuff’s tartan trews are made from 100% worsted wool and can be crafted in over 4,000 different tartans. Available in regular or slim fit, with a choice of leg lengths, each pair can be tailored to suit your style and fit.
Tartan Trews and Trousers For Every Occasion
One of the biggest advantages of wearing tartan trews and trousers is their versatility. For weddings and black-tie events, trews or trousers can be paired with a Prince Charlie jacket and waistcoat for a traditional and formal look. If you’re looking for something slightly more relaxed and modern, trews or trousers can be styled with an Argyll jacket or tweed jacket.
Tartan trews or trousers can also be worn with a shirt and tie for celebrations, dinners or other special events that do not call for a full highlandwear outfit.
Tartan Trews vs Tartan Trousers
Although people may mistake one for the other, tartan trews and tartan trousers aren’t quite the same thing.
Tartan trews have a distinctive higher waist and fishtail back, whereas trousers have a more familiar trouser cut and can offer a contemporary alternative for those who prefer a modern silhouette.
Both are available in a wide range of tartans, so the choice often comes down to what style and fit you prefer. If you are still unsure what is better for you, please refer to our guide to tartan trews and trousers.
