When we were approached by The Sunday Times Style Magazine to take part in their shoot with actor Ncuti Gatwa, we didn’t hesitate to get involved. Known for his exuberant style, we were so excited to see how the newest Doctor Who would wear our kilts. Keep reading to see what tartans Ncuti wore and how they were styled.   We were delighted to see that Ncuti graced the magazine’s cover in our Oban Mist tartan. He paired our kilt with a casual grey cardigan and black boots, making for a stylish yet comfortable look. Ncuti’s outfit shows that kilts aren’t just for special occasions. Dress y ..read more

Scotland is a place that is immersed in tradition. The evidence of deep-rooted customs can be easily found from Burns Suppers to ceilidh dances. These traditions serve as a direct link to Scotland's colourful past, which has become the source of national pride and is what draws visitors from around the world to experience. One day that arguably features more Scottish tradition than any other is a wedding. With most people wearing kilt outfits and the almost guaranteed sound of bagpipes, Scottish weddings have become not only a celebration of love but also a celebration of heritage. So what can ..read more

Tartan is a link to your past, present and future and there’s nothing quite like designing and owning your own bespoke tartan to immortalise your legacy. With the help of our in-house tartan designer, you can create your own exclusive tartan to represent your family, business or organisation. We love seeing your tartan designs come to life and James and Stefanie were kind enough to share the story of the tartan they designed for their wedding day.   Firstly, we wanted to ask the newlyweds why they chose to come to MacGregor and MacDuff ahead of their wedding day and why James wanted to w ..read more

Kilts have been a common sight in Scotland since the 16th century, first as daily garments in the highlands and then as occasion wear, as we know them today. Whether they are worn to pay homage to Scottish heritage or to make a stylish statement, kilts have never been more popular. They are comfortable, stylish and with an endless list of tartan options, they are a great way to showcase your individuality. With so many great reasons to wear a kilt, are there places or times where a kilt wouldn’t be appropriate?   Can you wear a kilt to a black tie event? Just the mere mention of black ti ..read more

Introducing Glasgow’s premiere location for high-quality highlandwear at a fraction of the cost. Our ex-hire pop-up is a one-day event, offering you an exclusive opportunity to browse and purchase from our extensive range of ex-hire, ex-display, and only-worn-once highlandwear. Hosted at our warehouse in Kinning park, our ex-hire pop-up is by appointment only so make sure you book your visit by visiting our website and completing the online form.   What to Expect At our pop-up, you'll have access to a huge range of highlandwear items that have been meticulously maintained and are still in ..read more

Another year of weddings is ramping up and we’re taking a look back at Florin and Jenna’s spectacular day. From initial fittings to final touches, we love hearing about how our couples’ big days came to life. Groom, Florin was kind enough to share his and Jenna’s story with us.   As with all our grooms, we wanted to know why Florin chose to wear a kilt on his wedding day and why he chose MacGregor and MacDuff. Florin explained, “I’m originally from Romania and have lived in Glasgow since 2013 so I thought that wearing a kilt on my wedding day would be a good way to honour the Scottish cu ..read more

Our flagship store in Glasgow’s city centre has had a makeover in time for spring and wedding season. Our latest window display celebrates our partnership with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, a premium whisky club with venues all over the globe.   Our partnership with the Society is a celebration of two of Scotland's oldest crafts, tartan and whisky. Just like ourselves, the Scotch Malt Whisky Society champions the craftsmanship and quality of Made-in-Scotland products. It’s rare to see a wedding take place without a touch of tartan and whisky and so this collaboration makes the ideal wi ..read more

The Open is the oldest and most prestigious golf tournament in the world, and this year it returns to Royal Troon. It will be the 152nd time the championship has been held and the 10th time it has been hosted by Royal Troon. Set against the picturesque South Ayrshire coast, Royal Troon is one of Scotland’s finest courses, challenging players with its deep bunkers and often unforgiving weather conditions. For fans lucky enough to travel to Troon this year, the time has come to start thinking about what attire you will need to pack.   Can I wear a kilt to The Open? For those attending some ..read more

What is the History of St. Patrick? What started as a religious holiday in the early 17th century, has become a worldwide celebration of Irish culture. With green beer and quirky costumes, St. Patrick's Day is now very different from the day of feast that the church originally proclaimed it to be. Officially, the day commemorates St. Patrick and the arrival of Christianity to Ireland. It is held on the 17th of March as this is thought to be the anniversary of St. Patrick’s death. He was born in what was then known as Roman Britain and first travelled to Ireland as a young boy. While finding co ..read more

Scotland’s oldest known tartan has been brought back to life. Discovered in a peaty bog in the 1980s, the remains of this fabric have been recreated into a tartan that can now be enjoyed by highlandwear lovers across the world.   Named after Glen Affric in the Scottish Highlands where it was found, research has proven that the piece of tartan dates back as far as the 16th century. This places the tartan as being created during the reign of James V, Mary Queen of Scots or James VI and predating clan tartans which were popularised in the early 19th century. The fabric underwent rigorous tes ..read more