We’re in the dark days of winter. Holidays gone. Early sunsets. It’s cold. Before I plunge you into a depressive state, here’s a solution that doesn’t involve light therapy: Get cozy with the cold.

Tartan is one of the most recognisable and iconic patterns in the world, deeply rooted in Scottish heritage. Originally associated with Scottish clans, tartan has evolved into a global symbol of ...

There are thousands of officially registered Scottish tartan designs, but only one is dedicated to the “witches” of Scotland. Certified earlier this month, the tricolor pattern is intended as a ...

This traditional pattern has been associated with punk music and preppy culture in the past, but is poised to make a comeback in a new way for 2026.

Though the royal family is often seen wearing tartan while in Scotland, the pattern is especially prevalent at The Ghillies Ball, as seen in The Crown's fifth season. The ball was first held by Queen ...

Between 1563 and 1736, thousands of individuals were executed under Scotland’s Witchcraft Act. Designed to enforce godliness in the newly Protestant country, the law condemned anyone who appeared to ...

The most recognizable royal family tartan is the red Royal Stewart tartan, which dates back to at least 1800. Its origins are unknown, but the pattern definitely has a royal pedigree. King George IV ...

2001-07-28 04:00:00 PDT Sacramento-- Poet Robert Burns had one. Actor Sean Connery wears one around his waist on occasion. And now, after more than 151 years of statehood, California has its own ...

Jonathan Faiers is the author of Tartan, the book which was the inspiration for the V&A Dundee exhibition. He's also one of the curators of the exhibition. “Oldest”, “rarest”, “most celebrated” … ...