You might be aware of the fact that the Scottish diverse calendar carries a set of over 200 festivals around the year. No matter what festival or its theme it
How to Style a Casual Kilt | Lochcarron of Scotland
A kilt is definitely an investment piece, however it is very versatile and stylish. Today, kilts can be worn in whatever way you wish and it is acceptable if you
The Difference Between Pleating a Kilt To Sett or To Stripe | Lochcarron of Scotland
Kilts can be pleated to either the sett or the stripe. The pleats showcase the tartan pattern and the type of kilt pleating you choose can greatly impact the final
The Grant 1714 Tartan | Lochcarron of Scotland
The Grant 1714 | by Peter E MacDonald, Tartan Historian and honorary Head of Research at The Scottish Tartan’s Authority. The concept of clan tartans can be dated to the
What is National Tartan Day? | Lochcarron of Scotland
At Lochcarron of Scotland, we are always looking for ways to celebrate all things tartan and Scottish! National Tartan Day does just that. We have formulated some of the occasion’s
The History of the Kilt – Lochcarron of Scotland
Think ‘Scotland’ and you probably imagine three things: haggis, bagpipes and kilts. Although these are stereotypes, they undoubtedly form part of the nation’s identity and history. The most prominent of them
How is Tartan Made? | Lochcarron of Scotland
Commonly associated with Scotland, tartan is a woven cloth consisting of interlacing threads creating a pattern. This pattern is known as the sett. Tartan is recognised all over the world
The History of Tartan | Lochcarron of Scotland
One of the first things that people tend to associate with Scotland is tartan. Although it’s a national treasure, many of us are unaware of the history behind tartan. With
What Are the Different Types of Kilt Shoes?
Appropriateness in kilt shoes is the most important point when pairing them with outfits on different occasions. So, knowing different types of kilt shoes is the only way to find
What Tartan Can I Wear? | Lochcarron of Scotland
We Scots are renowned the world over for our feisty spirit and propensity to party. Arguably, when it comes to festivities, nobody does it better than us. But what tartan