From tweed to cashmere, tartan to Arran knits; Scotland and its specialist, luxurious fabrics have long supplied inspiration to the fashion industry. In particular, tartan has transcended its traditional roots and is now a staple of the fashion artilery, in particular, the famed collections of Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen in the nineties, to a swathe of high street fashion designs that utilise the fabric across a range of styles and clothing. From its tourist shops on the Royal Mile to its eclectic boutiques and high street, Edinburgh is the perfect city to invest in a little tartan or cashmere. Here are a few Scottish-inspired pieces available on the high street.
Barbour Beadham Wax Jacket, £229.95
A Barbour wax jacket is the quintessential heritage piece. The tartan-lined Beadham is pricey but it is highly practical for those chilly days.
Topshop Tartan Drop Back Check Shirt, £28.00
A checked shirt is a wardrobe essential and this Topshop number is traditional and on-trend, pair it with skinny jeans for a laid-back Burns Supper.
Converse All Star Tartan Overlay High Top Trainers, £51.00
Footwear that is both stylish and comfortable can be difficult to find but thankfully these All Stars will inject some fun into your wardrobe whilst being very comfy.
Warehouse Faux Fur Collar Coat, £40.00 (sale price)
Tweed has recently become a fabric of choice for designers such as Henry Holland. This Warehouse coat with faux fur collar is a beautiful mix of purple tweed.
Oasis Tweed Tailored Dress, £65.00
Another tweed-inspired piece, this time from Oasis. This light tweed dress is great for workwear and just as ideal for a post-work cocktail.
Joules at John Lewis, Cable Knit Jumper £34.90
This slim fit cable knit is a stylish winter garment. If you’re looking for something truly authentic and extra chunky then pop into any good store on the Royal Mile for an authentic Arran knit!
Ness A/W 11 Wayne Bag, £39.99
Ness offers an array of refined handbags in vibrant colours. With its bold colours, this large bag is ideal for a short weekend-break.
We hope this collection of Scottish-influenced clothing will inspire you to add a dash of tartan, tweed or cashmere to your wardrobe!
