About

Founded in Edinburgh in 1868, Kinloch Anderson is one of Scotland’s most respected tartan and tweed specialists, renowned for authenticity, craftsmanship and heritage. Family-owned for six generations, the company has spent more than 150 years creating exceptional Highland dress, tailoring, clothing and accessories while sharing Scotland’s textile traditions with customers around the world.

At the heart of Kinloch Anderson is the belief that tartan is far more than a pattern. As the company’s well-known strapline states, “Tartan is the gift given by Scotland to the world.” Every thread tells a story. From ancient clan tartans inspired by Scotland’s landscapes and history to contemporary tartans designed for organisations and communities today, the colours, patterns and backstories speak of heritage, identity and belonging.

Kinloch Anderson’s kilts, Highland dress and Scottish clothing are crafted in its Leith factory in Edinburgh by skilled kiltmakers and craftspeople using traditional techniques and the finest materials. Every Kinloch Anderson kilt is created to last for generations and become a future family heirloom. The company is also proud to hold Royal Warrants of Appointment, recognising its long-standing reputation for quality and excellence.

Internationally recognised for its tartan design expertise, Kinloch Anderson has created distinctive tartans and collections for organisations including Scottish Rugby, The University of St Andrews and V&A Dundee, among many others.

The company is delighted to bring its story to Fife through its store at 100 Market Street, St Andrews. Here, visitors can discover the rich history and heritage of one of Scotland’s oldest family businesses while exploring a carefully curated range of clothing, accessories and meaningful Scottish gifts. Customers can choose from ready-to-wear collections, commission made-to-measure garments, or arrange kilt hire, including kilts in the University of St Andrews tartan.

Visitors wishing to explore the Kinloch Anderson story further can also visit the company’s Edinburgh store and museum, where a viewing window into the factory allows guests to watch expert kiltmakers at work, creating garments that embody generations of Scottish craftsmanship.

Whether designing a new tartan, crafting a bespoke kilt or helping customers find a meaningful gift, Kinloch Anderson continues to celebrate Scotland’s heritage through quality, authenticity and craftsmanship, ensuring that every garment and every tartan carries a story worth sharing.

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