Tartan, that iconic Scottish plaid, is not just a pattern; it’s a tapestry of history, culture, and evolution. Historically, tartan has been a symbol of identity and belonging for the Scottish ...

Scottish Kilt unveils a fascinating journey delving into the enduring legacy, roots, and contemporary uses of Scotland's renowned tartan fabrics, exposing the intricate tales woven into every ...

Clan-specific tartan didn't appear until the 19th century. And Glen Affric was a transitory route, meaning it could've been owned by someone local — or someone just passing through.

Gee said she plans to wear Scottish clothing from the mid-18 th century and bring a bit of the tartan from her family, clan MacKay. The tartan is predominantly blue and green.

1500s: ORIGINS Most of us don't know the difference between plaid and tartan. Tartan refers to the unique cloth patterns which distinguish one Scottish clan or geographical region from another.

The real history of tartan, from the Scottish Highlands to the streets of Tokyo A new exhibition attempts to unravel the complicated legacy of the iconic checked cloth worn by rebels and royals alike.

Peter E. MacDonald, a historian at at the Scottish Tartans' Authority, who helped with the research, said: "It is quite special to see the tartan remade as it could have been 500 years ago." ...

Clive was wearing a Flower of Scotland tartan kilt and was being subjected to questioning by Mr Harris about whether there has ever been a Jewish kilt or Jewish tartans. 'There aren't any,' he ...

MINDEN, La. - The Scottish Tartan Festival will be held Saturday at Miller Quarters in Minden. Scottish culture and heritage will be celebrated through living history exhibits, Scottish cattle ...