Plaid Dresses

Women’s plaid dresses made to measure in your choice of over 500 Scottish Clan plaids. Choose between shift dresses, fitted dresses and shirt dresses, all made in the finest quality wool woven in Scotland.

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About Our Plaid Dresses

Made from the finest quality wool woven in Scotland, our plaid dresses are timeless and classy staple pieces that can be worn on any occasion. Our range of unique cuts and fits include the classic plaid shift dress, with multiple sleeve lengths, the flattering fitted plaid dress, the humble round neck plaid dress and the modern plaid shirt dress. For a perfect fit, get your plaid dress made to measure in the Scottish clan plaid of your choice; alternatively, choose from our stock range in popular plaids.

Shift Dress Inverness
Shirt Dress Grant Weathered

Plaid Dresses Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Here are your most frequently asked questions on our women's plaid dresses. If you can't find the answer to your question and it is about a specific product you might find it on the product page. If not then please use LiveChat, e-mail us or give us a call and we will answer your questions as quickly as we can.

Can I wear a plaid dress to a wedding?

    Absolutely yes! We think our plaid dresses make a great Mother of the Bride or Groom outfit, or even as an option for wedding guests.

What sleeve length should I go for?

    This is completely personal preference, however we do have a blog on choosing the best sleeve length to compliment your body shape. You can find out more here.

Are plaid dresses in fashion?

    Our dress styles are classic silhouettes that should feature in every women's wardrobe. Plaid is a timeless design, that never goes out of fashion so a plaid dress is always going to be 'in fashion' and what's even better is that with a little love and care our dresses will last for many years and can be passed down the generations.

What are the rules for wearing plaid?

    Although the vast majority of plaids have links to families and clans, there are no laws about which plaid you may wear, just traditions. So choose a design or colour that you like and wear it with pride!

What is the difference between a waist seam and no waist seam?

    Choosing to have a waist seem in your dress will help to cinch in the waist and accentuate your shape, where as no seam will skim past the waist and hips giving a straighter shape.

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How to Style a Plaid Dress

As a bold statement piece, the most common way to style a tartan dress is by letting it be the star of any outfit, and cleverly planning your accessories around it. Depending on the colors of the plaid you choose, and the way you accessorise, you can easily transform a plaid dress into a fabulous work dress, a smart daytime dress, or evening wear.

What to Wear with a Plaid Dress?

Despite the vibrant pattern, plaid dresses can be extremely versatile, and you can easily transform your look by pairing them with different pieces and accessories.
As formal wear
For work or daytime

    For a casual yet smart look, pair your tartan dress with block-coloured accessories, like a cute pair of black flats. If you are feeling bold and would like to show some tartan along with your outerwear, you can complement it with the matching tartan handbag, scarf, or hair accessory.

Cap Sleeve Dress Moodbboard
Elbow Length Sleeve Dress Moodboard
Sleeveless Dress Moodboard

Womenswear Measuring Experience

Our hard working Tartan team are dedicated to providing the very best garments, tailor made just for you. We offer a wide range of women’s dresses, skirts, coats, boleros and all the accessories, custom made in a choice of over 500 plaids and over 200 tweeds. Book your womenswear measuring experience with us today. Available in store, in Albany NY, Edinburgh or choose a Virtual Appointment via video call.

Sleeveless Dress Campbell Clan Ancient

The Dress Guide

If you're debating which sleeve length is right for you with our shift dress, we've put together a guide to help you choose for the most flattering fit depending on your body shape.