A scrap of weathered fabric, discovered four decades ago in a peat bog, is the world’s oldest piece of tartan, with new analysis determining it dates to the 16th century. The textile was found in the ...

The Glen Affric tartan will be exhibited for the first time at V&A Dundee's Tartan exhibition from 1 April A scrap of fabric found in a Highland peat bog 40 years ago is likely to be the oldest tartan ...

Don’t be fooled by the name Tartan Terrors. They aren’t a Halloween version of the Highland Games, nor are they an act that plays this time of year just to celebrate the St. Patrick’s Day season.

The most recognizable royal family tartan is the red Royal Stewart tartan, which dates back to at least 1800. Its origins are unknown, but the pattern definitely has a royal pedigree. King George IV ...

After laying submerged in a peat bog for more than 500 years, the world’s oldest true tartan has been recreated and made available for consumers. The Glen Affric tartan, which takes its name from the ...

The distinctive fabric has been finding new audiences as contemporary fashion houses and avant-garde weavers do their best to elevate the plaid. By Susanne Fowler DUNDEE, Scotland — British kings and ...

Having lived through 10 decades of trends, Queen Elizabeth knows her fashion! Therefore it comes as no surprise that three special exhibitions dedicated to her style, titled Her Majesty The Queen, ...

Kiltmakers and mills in Scotland offer services that include listing the pattern on a national registry. By Susanne Fowler DUNDEE, Scotland — Most people associate tartans with the kilts and plaid ...

THE Tartan Army is facing a war over sporrans amid fears our kilt pouches will be banned from US World Cup stadiums. Current rules dictate only bags measuring no more than 6½ x 4½ inches are ...

Craig Ferguson, who walked from Glasgow to Munich for the 2024 men's Euros, aims to cross 18 states from LA to Boston for World Cup opener.

How did the highland garb evolve from historic symbol of rebellion to global brand, loved by tourists and designers alike? William Cook explores the chequered history of tartan. At the National Museum ...