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.

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

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...

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...

A man is standing on a rocky shore wearing Hebridean Hoolie tartan kilt outfit with waves crashing behind him

Hebridean Hoolie Tartan: Inspired by Scotland’s Wild Island Skies

Hebridean Hoolie Tartan captures the drama and beauty of Scotland’s Hebridean Islands, perfect for timeless Highlandwear with island spirit.

Hebridean Hoolie Tartan: Inspired by Scotland’s Wild Island Skies

Hebridean Hoolie Tartan captures the drama and beauty of Scotland’s Hebridean Islands, perfect for timeless Highlandwear with island spirit.

Highland Mist tartan kilts and matching flashes

The Serendipitous Tale of the Highland Mist Tartan

Highland Mist Tartan weaves together colour, craft, and a touch of serendipity. From misty Scottish meadows to the hands of skilled kiltmakers, discover the story behind this beloved tartan.

The Serendipitous Tale of the Highland Mist Tartan

Highland Mist Tartan weaves together colour, craft, and a touch of serendipity. From misty Scottish meadows to the hands of skilled kiltmakers, discover the story behind this beloved tartan.

Highland Granite kilt

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.

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.

Discover the Isle of Skye Tartan

Discover the Isle of Skye Tartan

Isle of Skye tartan is as recognisable as it is evocative of the landscapes of the famed Misty Isle. Heathery purples weave with harmonious tonal shades of green, grounded with...

Discover the Isle of Skye Tartan

Isle of Skye tartan is as recognisable as it is evocative of the landscapes of the famed Misty Isle. Heathery purples weave with harmonious tonal shades of green, grounded with...

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

Hunting Nicolson Muted Tartan

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...

Hunting Nicolson Muted Tartan

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...

Black Watch: One of the Oldest Tartans

Black Watch: One of the Oldest Tartans

One of the oldest tartans available, the regimental Black Watch Tartan is a sophisticated hire option with regimental clout.  Black Watch Tartan Arguably, one of the worlds most well-known fabrics,...

Black Watch: One of the Oldest Tartans

One of the oldest tartans available, the regimental Black Watch Tartan is a sophisticated hire option with regimental clout.  Black Watch Tartan Arguably, one of the worlds most well-known fabrics,...

The Journey of the John Muir Way Tartan

The Journey of the John Muir Way Tartan

John Muir Way Tartan is an ode to the "Father of the National Parks" and his boyhood home in Scotland . Discover the colours of nature woven in this commemorative...

The Journey of the John Muir Way Tartan

John Muir Way Tartan is an ode to the "Father of the National Parks" and his boyhood home in Scotland . Discover the colours of nature woven in this commemorative...

Staute of Bon Scott wearing Heritage Tartan Scarf

Bon Scott Tartan Collection

This month we are honoured to introduce the Bon Scott Collection - luxurious lambswool scarves and blankets inspired by the life and legacy of AC/DC’s legendary frontman, Bon Scott.

Bon Scott Tartan Collection

This month we are honoured to introduce the Bon Scott Collection - luxurious lambswool scarves and blankets inspired by the life and legacy of AC/DC’s legendary frontman, Bon Scott.