Women's Tartan Skirts & Kilts

Though any kilt without a sporran may be considered a skirt, there are a number of differences which separate the two. A traditional kilt has deep pleats, is made using a heavyweight wool fabric and the amount of fabric used in its construction is much greater. A tartan skirt can be made in any fabric, style and length. A kilt (and a women's mini kilt or kilted skirt) is distinguished by its wrap-around style and adjustable buckles. Without these key features, a Scottish tartan skirt is just that - a tartan skirt.

Yes! Tartan skirts are for everyone, even if you're not Scottish. Tartan is a classic design that returns to the catwalk year after year making a tartan skirt a great investment for your wardrobe, and sustainable too.

A female kilt is often referred to as a kilted skirt and can be made to any length. Though kilted skirts are ever popular, there is really no reason that women shouldn’t opt for a more traditional style kilt if they wish to.

Scotland is known for it's national dress, the kilt, which is often referred to or known as a skirt. However there are many significant differences between the two as we have detailed below.

Ultimately, yes there is a difference between a kilt and a skirt. The Kilt is a special type of ‘skirt’ traditionally worn by Scottish men. Historically, kilts have deep meaning and kilt-wearing is a way to represent heritage and culture through your family or clan tartan.

A traditional kilt is made using 8 yards of heavyweight wool fabric, fastening to the right in a wrap around style with leather buckles and straps. Skirts by comparison can be made of any material or pattern, usually depending on a person’s preference, although we of course make all our tartan skirts in a pure wool fabric and you can choose from over 500 authentic tartans woven in Scotland. another key difference is that women's skirts traditionally fasten to the left

A skirt may also be worn above or below the knee, and a kilted or tartan skirt is no different, however, the traditional kilt is worn to fall strictly to mid-knee cap only.

Tartan skirts work well with warm autumnal colours and complementary woollen fabrics. For the authentic Highland style, try pairing a red tartan skirt with a simple black cashmere sweater and cosy tartan scarf, with a thick winter coat to keep out the chill. Or try this classic combination in classic autumnal hues - plum, amber or olive. Our black tartan skirts are a versatile wardrobe staple that can be paired with a multitude of colours and garments.

For an everyday preppy style, pair a neutral tweed skirt with a classic breton stripe top. Or try a nautically coloured tartan skirt with a white shirt, accessorised with a tan satchel and loafers. Take the preppy look one step further with colourful sweaters, knee-high socks and brogues.

Give your workwear a tartan twist with a knee-length tartan wool skirt (pencil, a-line and pleated all work well) and smart blazer or jacket, finished with stiletto pumps. Tuck a pale shirt into your tartan skirt for a casual 'about town' look and pair with a basket shopper - perfect for running errands.

A shorter mini skirt or mini kilt in tartan fabric offers a contemporary look. The variety of fabric finishes and weights available make tartan mini skirts a lighter option for summer and a warmer look for winter. Pair your tartan mini skirt with a tucked in shirt or sweater and ankle boots.

From the flapper skirts of the 1920s to the retro skirts of the swinging 60s, pleats have always been in vogue. Recent times have seen longer calf or ankle length pleated skirts on 70s inspired runways, paired with brightly coloured knitwear and eye-catching accessories for a haute couture feel.

Of course the most iconic pleated skirt is the tartan kilt. Traditionally designed with a high waist and generous fabric to emphasise movement, contemporary kilts are available in a variety of styles and colours. A feminine tartan mini-skirt boasts the same features with a freer fit.