Men's Plaid Pants
Men’s wool plaid pants made to measure in your choice of over 500 Scottish Clan plaids. Choose from golf pants, the modern slim cut or the traditional classic fit, all made in the finest quality wool.
Men’s wool plaid pants made to measure in your choice of over 500 Scottish Clan plaids. Choose from golf pants, the modern slim cut or the traditional classic fit, all made in the finest quality wool.
Made from the finest quality wool, our plaid pants are timeless style staples, fitting for every occasion. Our selection of unique styles and cuts include casual plaid golf pants, modern slim cut plaid pants and traditional classic fit plaid pants. Choose from our stock range in popular Scottish Clan plaids, or have them made to measure in the plaid of your choice.
Tartan trews are the more traditional style of trouser sitting higher on the waist and featuring a broader waistband and a fishtail back, whereas tartan trousers are cut in a standard suit trouser style and you can choose slim or classic fit. Either trews or trousers can be made to your specifications and worn for any occasion, however if you want to wear a Prince Charlie Jacket (which is cut a bit higher) then either choose trews or ask for your trousers to have a higher rise. Extra details such as a military hem can also be added.
It is a matter of personal taste but yes a kilt belt can be worn with tartan trews. However if you are wearing a waistcoat you would not wear a kilt belt. If you have ordered tartan trousers these come with belt loops (unless you request not) and you can wear a standard belt with these. If you want to wear a kilt belt with your trousers then please let us know and we will make the belt loops deeper to accommodate this.
Tartan trousers or trews make a very smart outfit for a wedding. Wear with a kilt jacket, or a tartan or plain jacket to complete the outfit. Accessories such as a matching tartan tie or bow tie, pocket square or even a pair of tartan brogues will bring your outfit together. We are here to help if you need any styling assistance!
There is no exact answer on which one is right and which one is wrong; it is all about personal preferences. Traditionally belt loops are considered a more casual option where as side adjusters offer a more formal touch to the trousers. One thing to consider with belt loops is the need for belts to coordinate, and then shoes to coordinate with the belt, where as side adjusters eliminate this issue.
Given its bold pattern, it can be challenging to style plaid trousers. And while choosing the right cut and pairing is crucial, ultimately, plaid trews are a versatile and classic piece in any man’s wardrobe. Factors such as the sett (pattern) size of the plaid make a big difference to the look, go for a larger, cleaner check for a more subtle effect such as Black Watch Modern or choose a busy, smaller pattern for a statement pair of trews. Additional features such as flat fronts or pleats on the waistband modernise the look further and you can also opt for turn ups to suit your shape or style. Find out more about the history of turn-ups and why they might be right for you on the blog.
When it comes to styling wool plaid pants, there are two main ways to do it: either choose a matching top, such as the same plaid vest or plaid jacket, or let the plaid pants be the focal point of the outfit, pairing them with a block-coloured top. If you want to make a real statement you can mix and match your patterns, throw a bit of tweed in with the plaid, or combine Ancient and Modern versions of the same plaid, this means the pattern repeat (size) will be the same and the colours will tone, but you create a more striking and unique look. Our favourite rugby legend Doddie Weir combined MacFarlane Modern with MacFarlane Hunting in one of him renowned bold suits, and famously designer Vivienne Westwood sent the Gordon Dress Modern plaid down the catwalk combined with the Gordon Clan Modern to great effect.
Any tailor can tell you that, in general, plaid is not a slimming pattern. But depending on the scale, contrast and colours, some check patterns are more flattering than others - just like the trousers’ cut itself. While it is widely accepted that slim cuts tend to look great on men with leaner body types, and that the traditional classic cut is a good fit for larger men, we think the key is the fit. As long as they are well-tailored, any plaid pants can be the right fit for you.
Wool plaid pants are quite the fashion statement, and it can be intimidating to incorporate them in an outfit. However, tartan pants can be worn with a lot of other pieces, including:
Matching Vest and/or Jacket: pair your wool plaid pants with the matching plaid vest and/or plaid jacket for a bold and formal look.
Kilt Jackets: most tartan trews will sit at the same height as a kilt, so pairing it with a shorter kilt jacket, such as the Prince Charlie, creates a timeless, classy look, perfect for evening wear or in place of a kilt.
Sweaters: for a casual look, pair your plaid pants with a lambswool sweater. When choosing your sweater, make sure the top’s solid color is included in the tartan, and for a more muted look, go for the darkest color in the pattern. This modern approach easily increases the versatility of your pants.
Our hard working Tartan team are dedicated to providing the very best garments, tailor made just for you. We offer tailor made pants, jackets, vests, 3 piece suits, and all the accessories, with a choice of over 500 tartans. Book your suit measuring experience with us today. Available in store, in Albany NY, Edinburgh or choose a Virtual Appointment via video call.
If you need to provide your measurements in order for us to create your custom made Plaid pants, but don't have anyone to assist, you can simply take these from a pair of well fitting, tailored pants in your wardrobe. We have created a step by step video guide, taking you through each required measurement and tips for taking these as accurately as possible.
A pair of Plaid Trews or Pants is a timeless garment that grows in popularity year after year, which is why Monja and Anna are here to explain the difference between Trews and Pants and share all the details you need to know before ordering your very own piece of Scottish heritage! They talk through a little bit of history and trends in pant style over the years, the traditions, the production process and each of the different styling options available to you.
When we first introduced our Plaid Pants to the website, we didn't initially offer a Turn Up, however due to an influx of requests from our customers it is now it's own dedicated product on the website, you can even choose how deep you would like the turn up to be! Turn Ups can help to create shape in your leg and also allows the trousers to drape more naturally due to the extra cloth at the bottom of the leg. Head to the blog for our advice on how to style a Plaid Turn Up!