The Kiltmakers Chronicle

A model wearing the Blue Buchanan Tartan kilt

Hire of the month - Blue Buchanan: Made 100% in Scotland

Discover Blue Buchanan tartan, woven in 100% Scottish wool by Lochcarron. A heavyweight Strome cloth rich in colour, heritage and sustainability.

Hire of the month - Blue Buchanan: Made 100% in Scotland

Discover Blue Buchanan tartan, woven in 100% Scottish wool by Lochcarron. A heavyweight Strome cloth rich in colour, heritage and sustainability.

Festive Hours & Last Shipping Dates

Festive Hours & Last Shipping Dates

Here’s everything you need to know about our 2025 festive opening hours and final shipping dates for Christmas delivery.

Festive Hours & Last Shipping Dates

Here’s everything you need to know about our 2025 festive opening hours and final shipping dates for Christmas delivery.

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,...

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....

John Muir Way Tartan Pop-Up Shop - Dunbar, East Lothian - April 2024

John Muir Way Tartan Pop-Up Shop - Dunbar, East Lothian - April 2024

The John Muir Way Tartan Celebrates 10 Years! The route planned by Scottish Natural Heritage celebrates Muirs life & legacy, covering coastal, rural and urban landscapes in its path, reflecting...

John Muir Way Tartan Pop-Up Shop - Dunbar, East Lothian - April 2024

The John Muir Way Tartan Celebrates 10 Years! The route planned by Scottish Natural Heritage celebrates Muirs life & legacy, covering coastal, rural and urban landscapes in its path, reflecting...

A Canongate Rennaissance- Chapter 2

A Canongate Rennaissance- Chapter 2

As most of you who follow our Social Media channels will know - the GNKfamily flagship store on Edinburgh's Historic Canongate is currently in the midst of a rather overdue...

A Canongate Rennaissance- Chapter 2

As most of you who follow our Social Media channels will know - the GNKfamily flagship store on Edinburgh's Historic Canongate is currently in the midst of a rather overdue...

A Canongate Renaissance - Chapter 1

A Canongate Renaissance - Chapter 1

Our flagship store premises at 189 Canongate have been home to GNKfamily for more than 15 years now. The ground floor and basement of this sturdy 17th-century tenement have housed, protected, and nurtured...

A Canongate Renaissance - Chapter 1

Our flagship store premises at 189 Canongate have been home to GNKfamily for more than 15 years now. The ground floor and basement of this sturdy 17th-century tenement have housed, protected, and nurtured...

House of Emerald

House of Emerald

In honour of St Andrew’s Day, our Creative Director Louise Nicolson and seamstress Niamh Laffan present Wicked lead Laura Pick, who will play Elphaba this festive season, with a bespoke...

House of Emerald

In honour of St Andrew’s Day, our Creative Director Louise Nicolson and seamstress Niamh Laffan present Wicked lead Laura Pick, who will play Elphaba this festive season, with a bespoke...

Gentleman's Journal Scotland’s Savile Row: Inside the kilt-tailoring townhouses of Edinburgh

Gentleman's Journal Scotland’s Savile Row: Inside the kilt-tailoring townhouses of Edinburgh

We were joined by the team at the Gentleman's Journal to find out all things Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers, check out the article that captures the spirt of GNK Family.

Gentleman's Journal Scotland’s Savile Row: Inside the kilt-tailoring townhouses of Edinburgh

We were joined by the team at the Gentleman's Journal to find out all things Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers, check out the article that captures the spirt of GNK Family.

GNK: Time for Reflection

GNK: Time for Reflection

In a post Covid world full of uncertainty, let's take a moment to reflect and look at what keeps the GNKfamily moving forward no matter what - there are no...

GNK: Time for Reflection

In a post Covid world full of uncertainty, let's take a moment to reflect and look at what keeps the GNKfamily moving forward no matter what - there are no...

The Kiltmaker and The Prince of Wales

The Kiltmaker and The Prince of Wales

An unforgettable moment for the GNK Family occurred in March 2022.Our very own EKA graduate turned Kiltmaker, now Marketing & Media Assistant, Emma Wilkinson was honoured to have the opportunity...

The Kiltmaker and The Prince of Wales

An unforgettable moment for the GNK Family occurred in March 2022.Our very own EKA graduate turned Kiltmaker, now Marketing & Media Assistant, Emma Wilkinson was honoured to have the opportunity...

Outlandish: A LoullyMakes Collection

Outlandish: A LoullyMakes Collection

Capturing the beautiful and dramatic romance of Scotland through luxurious handmade accessories and editorial vision...   As we get to grips with this "New Normal" of rules and regulations we...

Outlandish: A LoullyMakes Collection

Capturing the beautiful and dramatic romance of Scotland through luxurious handmade accessories and editorial vision...   As we get to grips with this "New Normal" of rules and regulations we...