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What to Wear on Burns Night 2026?
What to Wear on Burns Night 2026?
Burns night is one of the biggest days of the year in Scotland, with families and friends gathering together to celebrate on the 25th of January. Ways of celebrating burns night have evolved since the 1700s, however the sentiments of traditionalism and celebration of Scottish culture have remained the same. For those attending burns suppers, ceilidhs and general parties on the 25th of January this year, here’s a guide of what to wear!
What Happens at a Burns Supper?
Burns night surrounds a burns supper, where families and friends gather to enjoy Scottish foods and appreciate Burns literature. Traditionally, the supper follows this order.
Everyone gathers at the table, and the host welcomes everyone and Selkirk Grace is said.
The starter of Haggis is served, bagpipes are played and the host recites the famous Burns poem, Address to a Haggis. Everyone toasts the haggis and the rest of the meal is enjoyed.
After the meal, Burns poems are recited, the Immortal Memory is performed, and drinks are toasted to the poet.
To end the night, Auld Lang Syne is sang, with arms crossed and more drinks toasted.
Usually a lot of whisky is served.
But What to Wear?
Burns suppers are individual to each group celebrating, so you can be fluid in what you decide to wear. Whether you want a full traditional outfit, or just a splash of tartan, we have a selection for inspiration. We are currently offering 15% off sitewide in run up to Burns Night, with code BURNS22 valid until Sunday midnight.
Men's Kilts Outfit
Princes Charlie Kilt Outfit
Prince Charlie Kilt Outfit is the very smart choice for Burns Night while honouring Robert Burns and addressing Haggis.
https://www.thescotlandkiltcompany.co.uk/search?type=product&q=prince+charlie+kilt+outfit
8-10 Pieces Kilt Outfit
8-10 Pieces Kilt Outfit is perfect for those who would love to save budget but still keeping the traditional.
https://www.thescotlandkiltcompany.co.uk/search?type=product&q=kilt+outfit
8 yard kilt
Men’s kilts are a great investment, and are great to wear either as every-day-wear, or for traditional Scottish events. These kilts are traditional adaptable to several outfits. This is an excellent first purchase kilt, ideal for the Football, Rugby Games, Scouts, or simply fashion wear. Material length is a full 8 yards, 16oz heavy weight polyviscose.
https://www.thescotlandkiltcompany.co.uk/collections/8-yard-casual-kilts
Kilt Extender
Whether you are wearing your precious wool kilt passed down generation by generation but it's small for you or you own a kit but your body has changed over time, this kilt extender is a life saver for you. It's quick, convenient, cost effective and sustainable choice.
POLYVISCOSE TARTAN FLY PLAID - 16 TARTAN
This traditional fringed fly plaid will make the perfect finishing touch to your highland outfit.
Measures approximately 96cm x 96cm with a 12cm knotted fringe.
Accessories
Harris Tweed Tartan flat cap and Shetland Wool tartan flat cap will complete your Burns Night Outfit.
https://www.thescotlandkiltcompany.co.uk/search?type=product&q=cap
Women’s Kilts
Women’s kilts are a great investment, and are great to wear either as every-day-wear, or for traditional Scottish events. These kilts look modern, and in their mini skirt style are adaptable to several outfits. Our selection of women’s kilts varies in tartan and style, meaning you can choose the best for you. Here are some of our best sellers.
WOMEN'S ACRYLIC BILLIE KILT
https://www.thescotlandkiltcompany.co.uk/products/womens-acrylic-billie-kilt-10-colours
This women's acrylic wool kilt is 16" long and is perfect for a whole range of highland dress occasions. It is extremely good value. Fastened with leather buckles at the side - When wearing a kilt, pleats are facing the back and the flat part is facing the front.
WOMEN'S ACRYLIC KNEELENGHT BILLIE KILT
This women's kilt is 20" long, approximately knee length, and is perfect for a whole range of highland dress occasions. It is a 5 yard style acrylic wool kilt and an extremely good value. Fastened with leather buckles at the side - When wearing a kilt, pleats are facing the back and the flat part is facing the front. Available in Black Watch, Royal Stewart, Pride of Scotland, Black Stewart, Wallace and Mackenzie tartans.
WOMEN'S POLYVISCOSE BILLIE KILT
This women Billie kilt is made of polyviscose fabric and the rest is exactly the same as acrylic Billie kilt aside from material.
ACCESSORIES
An accessory is the perfect way to include some heritage to your burns celebrations, and can be done subtly with our tartan accessories. Here are some of our favourites.
LADIES 100% HARRIS TWEED CAP
A distinguished hat designed exclusively by Harris Tweed, the Ladies Cap is a must-have accessory for this Burns Night.
GLENMORE 100% CASHMERE TARTAN SCARF - 12 TARTANS
A tartan scarf made from 100% luxurious cashmere, ideal for giving you a touch of colour and keeping you warm for the festivities.
A great gift and easy to couple with classic and contemporary looks.
https://www.thescotlandkiltcompany.co.uk/products/glenmore-100-cashmere-tartan-scarf-12-tartans
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