At the end of the 16th century, the kilt first appeared as the belted plaid or great kilt. ... The smaller, tailored, "walking" kilt was adopted by the Highland regiments of the British Army ...

Scottish Jacobite armies regularly went to battle wearing tartan kilts. A staple of Highland dress dating to the early 16th century, these outfits didn’t resemble the skirt-like kilts we’re ...

The smaller, tailored, "walking" kilt was adopted by the Highland regiments of the British Army - passing into civilian usage during the early 19th century, and has remained popular ever since.

As is his custom, Gus Noble stepped up to a microphone to introduce a ceremonial assembly of kilt-clad pipe bands at the finale of last year’s Highland Games. This time, a lump rose in his throat.

Great Scot! King Charles is all smiles as he wears his favourite kilt to attend his first Highland Games since becoming monarch. The monarch, 74, happily nursed a glass of whisky as he watched the ...

Dust off your kilt: Highland games, Celtic festival returning to West Michigan. Updated: Jun. 05, ... “It’s just a great party with a great atmosphere,” Rich told MLive/The Grand Rapids Press.

A family-owned business since 1868, Kinloch Anderson is a leader in Highland dress, specialising in kilts and tartan. Known for its commitment to traditional craftsmanship, the brand offers a wide ...

There were more kilts than usual in Essex County over the weekend. The Kingsville-Essex Highland Games drew hundreds of visitors to the Canadian Transportation Museum and Heritage Village Saturday ...

In 1746, tartan kilts were outlawed in Scotland. That ban would help the garment become world-famous. The iconic piece of Scottish garb has a surprisingly contentious history.