Aran Jumpers are proving very popular this year as winter draws in and we were amazed to find the traditonally made Irish geansaà popping up in some unexpected places. Fans of Taylor Swift (lets face it who isnt?) may have noticed her wearing a beautiful Aran jumper on the cover of her new album "Folklore". The jumpers are traditonally made in Ireland and caused many of her Instagram followers to go in search for their very own pieces.
2020 has been an incredibly challenging year for us all and certainly one we won't ever forget! As the year slowly begins to draw to a close, Autumn appears on the horizon once again. Suddenly wearing just a t-shirt with a kilt is not practical due to the colder temperatures and more frequent gusts of wind. So to keep you prepared for the sudden approach of the new season here is our list of the 10 essential items for this Autumn.
We all know that tartans can look fantastic when displayed on Kilts, Trews and even Waistcoats, but did you know about the fascinating history behind many Tartans such as the clan they come from and their use throughout history? Join us as we explore the history behind five of the most famous and popularly used tartans.
Whilst completely optional, some great accessories can really bring a Kilt Outfit to life and turn a standard 7/10 outfit into a daring and exiting 10/10 package! Here is out list of our favourite Kilt Outfit accessories to really take your Highland Dress to the next level!
Robert Burns is rightfully one of Scotland's greatest historical figures but there is actually much more to him than meets the eye. To celebrate this icon, here is our list of 10 facts you probably didn't know about Robert Burns!
After a great 2019 it is time to move into the year 2020 and a whole new decade! A new year for some can be a great opportunity to bring about a change in yourself so why not start off the decade with a fresh new look? Check out our list of our top five favourite Kilts, Jackets and Accessories that are perfect for the new year - there really is something here for everyone!
Although Winter does not officially begin until the 22nd of December, given Scotland's colder climate we think it is fair to say that we start the season a few weeks earlier at the least. Although the colder weather may put you off wearing something like a kilt outside we think it is still important to go over our favourite Winter tartans in-case you are invited to any parties, ceilidhs or functions over Christmas and want to go with an authentic Scottish look! The best winter tartans usually have a colder and slightly darker look and feel to them to reflect the cooler temperature and the year coming to an end.
When it comes to kilt outfits, the shoes are often the most overlooked piece of kit. As eyes are immediately drawn to either the bright tartan kilt, flashy sporran and sometimes even the classy Prince Charlie or Argyle kilt jacket, the shoes can sometimes be forgotten about and left to the last minute. This should not be the case with a good pair of Ghillie Brouges however, as these shoes are integral to giving the Kilt Outfit a graceful finishing touch.
Black Friday has always been a very big deal in the United States of America but more recently has begun to really take off in the United Kingdom along with the similar day of savings - "Cyber Monday". But why has the event finally begun to really take off in the UK after so many years?