News, Events & Updates from Lochcarron of Scotland

Whether you are still deciding on the type of kilt you want or looking to make the most out of your current kilt, we’ve put together some inspiration to help you adapt your traditional outfit into something more casual. With a few simple styling ideas, you can create a more relaxed, everyday look while still celebrating Scottish culture.

Wool is one of nature’s most versatile fibres and can be made into a diverse range of products. Its unique properties make it the perfect choice for your home, offering many natural benefits. From upholstery to bedding, carpets, and insulation, explore how you can introduce wool and elevate your living space.

Discover tartan upholstery in this collaborative journal article with Liiza. Lochcarron donated some of our heavyweight Strome tartan fabric to support her final year chair upholstery project at London Metropolitan. Explore Liiza's process and experience working with our tartan fabric to upholster her chair.

Our 100% British Wool Collection is a beautiful addition to our range of accessories, woven in our Fearne Scarves and Bracken Blankets. A soft and comfortable choice for those seeking a more sustainably conscious product.

A Scottish fly plaid is an accessory inspired by the traditional Great Kilt. Draped elegantly over the shoulder, a tartan fly plaid creates a striking silhouette that pays homage to your Scottish ancestry and is a perfect final detail to your wedding outfit or highland dress. Discover more about this stunning essential to your look.

It is important to know how to store and care for your kilt to avoid costly repairs and maintain your kilt shape, pleating and general appearance, allowing it to look its best every time you wear it. To help you get the most out of your garment, we have created this guide on kilt care and how to look after your kilt properly, preserving this classic piece so that it can be passed down for generations.

Whether you are Scottish or of Scottish descent, there’s no better way to connect with your heritage than donning your family’s tartan. But with over 7000 varieties to choose from, coming in all manner of colours and patterns, how do you know you’re wearing the right one? And what if you don't have any Scottish ancestry, but still want to wear tartan?

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 this in mind, we take a closer look into what it is, its origins, and its presence in today’s world.

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 as a symbol of Scottish heritage.