The Kiltmakers Chronicle

Xbox taran controller resting against an Xbox console

Win an exclusive Xbox Tartan Controller!

To celebrate 24 years of Xbox, Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers is hosting an exclusive giveaway and 24-day sale. Two lucky winners will each receive a handcrafted GNK x Xbox Tartan Controller,...

Win an exclusive Xbox Tartan Controller!

To celebrate 24 years of Xbox, Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers is hosting an exclusive giveaway and 24-day sale. Two lucky winners will each receive a handcrafted GNK x Xbox Tartan Controller,...

Two models wearing the GNK x Xbox tartan and holding Xbox controllers

The Story behind the GNK x Xbox Tartan

To celebrate 20 years since Xbox launched in Scotland, Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers collaborated with Xbox to design a one-of-a-kind tartan, a fusion of gaming and Scottish craftsmanship. From the creation...

The Story behind the GNK x Xbox Tartan

To celebrate 20 years since Xbox launched in Scotland, Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers collaborated with Xbox to design a one-of-a-kind tartan, a fusion of gaming and Scottish craftsmanship. From the creation...

Man wearing the Black Watch Weathered kilt, paired with the Lovat Nicolson Tweed jacket

Hire of the month - November 2025 - Black Watch Weathered Tartan

Discover the enduring appeal of the Black Watch Weathered tartan - a softer, more muted interpretation of the classic design. With its gentle mix of greens, browns, and greys, it...

Hire of the month - November 2025 - Black Watch Weathered Tartan

Discover the enduring appeal of the Black Watch Weathered tartan - a softer, more muted interpretation of the classic design. With its gentle mix of greens, browns, and greys, it...

Ross King and Jowita Przystał dancing on Strictly  Come Dancing

Scottish Craftsmanship Takes the Spotlight: Ross King's Blue Buchanan Kilt on Strictly

Ross King takes to the Strictly dancefloor in our handmade Blue Buchanan kilt — a celebration of Scottish craftsmanship, wool, and slow fashion.

Scottish Craftsmanship Takes the Spotlight: Ross King's Blue Buchanan Kilt on Strictly

Ross King takes to the Strictly dancefloor in our handmade Blue Buchanan kilt — a celebration of Scottish craftsmanship, wool, and slow fashion.

Highland Granite kilt

Timeless Elegance: The Highland Granite Tartan

Highland Granite tartan blends heritage and modern style. Its silver-to-charcoal tones create timeless elegance, perfect for weddings and formal events.

Timeless Elegance: The Highland Granite Tartan

Highland Granite tartan blends heritage and modern style. Its silver-to-charcoal tones create timeless elegance, perfect for weddings and formal events.

Anton and Judy

Strictly Come Dancing is back! Watch GNK on the Dance Floor

From Hamza Yassin to JJ Chalmers, GNK kilts have graced the Strictly Come Dancing stage. Join us as we look back at some of our proudest moments on the dancefloor.

Strictly Come Dancing is back! Watch GNK on the Dance Floor

From Hamza Yassin to JJ Chalmers, GNK kilts have graced the Strictly Come Dancing stage. Join us as we look back at some of our proudest moments on the dancefloor.

Flodden Tartan Shawl

The Battle of Flodden: Reflections, Rememberance, and Tartan

The Battle of Flodden shaped Scotland, England, and the Borders. Our Flodden Commemorative Tartan, designed by Gordon Nicolson, honours this legacy.

The Battle of Flodden: Reflections, Rememberance, and Tartan

The Battle of Flodden shaped Scotland, England, and the Borders. Our Flodden Commemorative Tartan, designed by Gordon Nicolson, honours this legacy.

Hunting Nicolson Muted Tartan

Behind the Tartan: Hunting Nicolson Muted

Hunting Nicolson Muted was born from a desire to honour tradition while daring to introduce something new. Designed by Gordon Nicolson, this tartan takes inspiration from our established clan pattern...

Behind the Tartan: Hunting Nicolson Muted

Hunting Nicolson Muted was born from a desire to honour tradition while daring to introduce something new. Designed by Gordon Nicolson, this tartan takes inspiration from our established clan pattern...

Win a Luxurious Lambswool Tartan Scarf Inspired by AC/DC's Late Bon Scott

Win a Luxurious Lambswool Tartan Scarf Inspired by AC/DC's Late Bon Scott

As the city of Edinburgh prepares for AC/DC’s much anticipated return to Murrayfield Stadium, we at Nicolson Kiltmakers are honoured to celebrate a connection that is close to our hearts....

Win a Luxurious Lambswool Tartan Scarf Inspired by AC/DC's Late Bon Scott

As the city of Edinburgh prepares for AC/DC’s much anticipated return to Murrayfield Stadium, we at Nicolson Kiltmakers are honoured to celebrate a connection that is close to our hearts....

A man wearing a Holyrood Tartan Kilt and tweed jacket is standing on the slopes of Arthurs Seat in Edinburgh overlooking Holyrood Park

Hire of the Month - Holyrood Tartan - August 2025

Upon first glance, Holyrood tartan certainly has a familiar look to it and it's name confirms definite association with our beloved Edinburgh. But are this tartan's connections regal or political...

Hire of the Month - Holyrood Tartan - August 2025

Upon first glance, Holyrood tartan certainly has a familiar look to it and it's name confirms definite association with our beloved Edinburgh. But are this tartan's connections regal or political...

A young woman dressed in traditional Norwegian Bunad displays details of Scottish Tartan patterns and cloth examples to an unseen audinece. Historic Scottish  Illustrations are displayed on the wall behind her.

A Norwegian Tale from the GNK Kiltmakers Studio

Here we share with you a Norwegian tale, told direct from Gordon Nicolson Kiltmaker's Edinburgh Sewing Studio. This wonderful chronicle showcases the heritage craftsmanship that defines the work by GNK,...

A Norwegian Tale from the GNK Kiltmakers Studio

Here we share with you a Norwegian tale, told direct from Gordon Nicolson Kiltmaker's Edinburgh Sewing Studio. This wonderful chronicle showcases the heritage craftsmanship that defines the work by GNK,...

A man is walking in front of McEwan Hall wearing a University of edinburgh Tartan Kilt and formal Prince Charlie Jacket

Hire of the Month - University of Edinburgh Tartan - July 2025

Just in time for Graduation Season, we announce exciting new additions to our Hire Wear Collections in exclusive University of Edinburgh Tartan !

Hire of the Month - University of Edinburgh Tartan - July 2025

Just in time for Graduation Season, we announce exciting new additions to our Hire Wear Collections in exclusive University of Edinburgh Tartan !