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Tartan is both a mass noun ("12 metres of tartan") and a count noun ("12 different tartans"). Today, tartan refers to coloured patterns, though originally did not have to be made up of a pattern at all, as it referred to the type of weave; as late as the 1820s, some tartan cloth was described as "plain coloured ... without pattern".
Mar 29, 2023 · Learn how tartan, the iconic checked cloth of Scotland, has evolved from a practical workwear to a symbol of identity, rebellion, and global style. Explore its origins, meanings, and variations through a new exhibition at the V & A Dundee.
Explore over 500 tartans by clan, region or colour and find your family tartan history. Learn about the difference between tartan and plaid, tweed and tartan, and how to design your own tartan.
Jun 14, 2024 · Tartan is a cross-checkered pattern of coloured bands woven into woolen cloth, often associated with Scottish clans and families. Learn about the origin, evolution and varieties of tartan, as well as its cultural and historical significance.
Find out how to register, search and buy tartan designs from the official Scottish Register of Tartans. Learn about the criteria, policy and FAQs for tartan registration and use.
May 26, 2021 · Tartan is updating its image in the 21st Century, with new patterns exploring issues around climate change, homelessness – and World War Two dive bombers, writes Norman Miller.
Learn about the history and meaning of tartan, the pattern of interlocking stripes that is often mistakenly called plaid. Discover how tartan became associated with Scottish clans and culture, and how to choose a tartan for yourself.
