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Harris Mist

We are excited to introduce our sixth exclusive tartan, Harris Mist. Over the past few years, we have launched new international fitting services and opened a new store in Edinburgh, however the last time we launched an exclusive Mist tartan was back in 2019. We felt it was time to introduce a new, modern and stylish tartan that can be worn to a range of different occasions. Famous around the world for its pristine beaches, dramatic landscapes and luxury handwoven fabric, the Isle of Harris was the perfect place to draw inspiration for our new tartan's design. 

Our Harris Mist tartan is currently available to purchase across our highlandwear and tartan accessories. Harris Mist hires will be available from the 1st of June 2023. We can’t wait to see all your photos of you wearing our new Harris Mist tartan.

Tartan Design

At first glance of our new Harris Mist tartan, your eyes are directed to the cool and warm shades of grey that reflect the rugged, yet picturesque cliffs and slopes found throughout the Isle of Harris. Your eyes are then immediately drawn to the prominent burnt orange that has been incorporated into the design. This orange represents not only the cattle that graze across the Isle but also pays homage to the breathtaking sunrises and sunsets that often turn the sky above Harris into a work of art. The orange adds a touch of warmth to the tartan design, much like the warmth you feel from the locals when you visit the Outer Hebrides. 


As you look deeper into the tartan, the green becomes more apparent. This natural, earthy green symbolises the flora of the Isle of Harris, an important element of its ecosystem that the resident deer and cattle enjoy for both sustenance and habitat. As your eyes complete their journey through the tartan design, the blue and subtle white lines are discovered. The Isle of Harris has long been known for its world-class fabric, but in more recent times, it has taken the top place in the rankings for most beautiful beaches in the world, often featuring multiple times on the same list. Paying homage to these idyllic beaches of pure white sand and crystal clear blue waters, these colours have been woven to complete the full picture of our Harris Mist tartan.

The Isle of Harris

Harris is located on the southern part of the Outer Hebridean island of Lewis and Harris. Home to ancient settlements and standing stones, Harris has a rich history that’s filled with folklore and fairytales. It also has miles of award-winning beaches that are often compared to the sandy shores of the Caribbean. With sunrises and sunsets that could be mistaken for a painting and crystal clear springs that meander through the grassland, Harris is one of Scotland's most spectacular jewels. 


In addition to its breathtaking scenery, Harris is best known for its luxury fabric. Handwoven across the Isle using the same techniques that were used centuries ago, Harris Tweed has come to be known as the Champagne of fabric. Much like sparkling wine made in Champagne, only fabric made in Harris can be called Harris Tweed and there is even an authority that regulates all fabric made on the island that wishes to be called such. With so much to love about the Isle of Harris, the decision to use it as our inspiration for our new tartan was easy.