What to wear with Trews and Trousers

December 01, 2021

Tartan Trews and Trousers have grown in popularity over the years thanks to their quintessential Scottishness and their practicality. Trews, known as “Triubhas” in Gaelic, date back to the 16th century and were created as a more weather resistant alternative to kilts thanks to covering each leg in their entirety and not just down to the knee. Some people still choose to wear tartan trews or trousers these days for the same reason but it’s also because tartan trews and trousers are able to convey the same level of Scottishness as a kilt but in a more practical way. Tartan trews...

The History of Handfasting

November 26, 2021

Handfasting is an ancient Celtic tradition that dates back to 7000 B.C. Traditionally, when two people were brought to be married, a cord or piece of material was used to bind the couple’s hands together during the ceremony. Ancient Celtic law would see this union as a trial period that lasted for one year and one day which would ensure the couple was ready for the commitment of marriage.

What to wear at Burns Supper

October 27, 2021

As we start to make plans for Burns Supper we thought we should give you an idea of what to wear during the festivities. If it wasn’t obvious already, a kilt is your go-to choice for a Burns Supper but to be a little more specific, a traditional kilt outfit is recommended.