Contemporary Tartans

Our contemporary tartans collection features authentic Scottish knitwear woven from 100% cashmere or lambswool. Designed to reimagine heritage for the modern wardrobe.

Contemporary Tartans for Modern Wardrobes

Our contemporary tartans range offers a refined take on a traditional Scottish motif. The range includes scarves, stoles and wraps, each woven from soft natural fibres with a focus on quality and longevity. These pieces are designed to work across settings, from city life to weekend escapes, adding a considered layer to both relaxed and formal looks. With patterns that reference heritage while embracing a modern aesthetic, these pieces provide versatile options for year-round wear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What materials are used in the contemporary tartans collection?

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The collection is woven from 100% pure cashmere or 100% pure lambswool. Cashmere pieces have a finer, softer handle with more weight in the drape. Lambswool is lighter and slightly firmer, with more of a woven texture. Both are natural fibres and hold the tartan pattern equally well.

What's the difference between a contemporary tartan and a traditional heritage tartan?

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A traditional heritage tartan follows a named, historically established pattern tied to a specific Scottish clan or district, such as Blackwatch or Lindsay. A contemporary tartan uses the same weaving structure but in fresh colourways and looser design references, rather than following a registered clan sett.

How does a contemporary tartan cashmere piece feel to wear compared to a lambswool one?

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Cashmere has a finer, softer handle and drapes with more weight, supersoft against the skin. Lambswool is lighter and slightly firmer, with a woven texture you can feel around the neck. Both hold the tartan pattern well, and the choice is more about weight than warmth.

Will contemporary tartan patterns still look current in five or ten years?

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Yes, they should. Contemporary tartans in this range work in refreshed colourways rather than trend prints, using classic Scottish tartan structures underneath. That means they age closer to a heritage tartan than a fashion print, holding up over years of regular wear.

Is a contemporary tartan a safer gift than a heritage tartan when you don't know the recipient's clan or preferences?

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Yes. A heritage tartan carries clan associations that can matter to some recipients and feel arbitrary to others. A contemporary tartan works purely on colour and pattern, with no clan connection to get right or wrong. For a recipient with no known Scottish heritage, it's the safer choice.

What materials are used in your contemporary tartans collection?

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The collection features authentic Scottish knitwear crafted from 100% cashmere or 100% lambswool.

How do 'contemporary tartans' differ from traditional tartans?

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Our contemporary tartans offer a fresh interpretation of classic Scottish patterns suitable for current styles. For example, some of these pieces are designed to have an open-front with fringed edges and draped shoulders for a relaxed yet refined look.