Clan Russel Ancient Tartan Kilt

Every Russell carries a name born from ruddy hair and complexion, and this ancient sett wears its own soft red against a field of green.

The sett runs on a green ground, in the muted, natural tones of the Ancient palette, with red, blue and white lines threaded through. Ancient tartans use the softer shades typical of pre-1860 plant and animal dyes, mossy greens and a warmer, orangey red, in contrast to the sharper colours of modern weaves.

The Russell name derives from the Norman-French “Rosel” or “Rous,” meaning red, likely first given to someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. One of the earliest recorded Russells in Scotland, Walter Russell, witnessed a charter at Paisley Abbey in the 12th century, and the family later held the Aden estate in Aberdeenshire from the 14th century.

It suits Highland Games, weddings, Burns Night, or anyone with Russell roots. Pair it with a Prince Charlie jacket, add a dress sporran, and finish with a tartan necktie.

Woven in tartan wool blend as a 5-yard kilt, or 8-yard for deeper pleating and heavier drape. Knife-pleated at the back with a flat front apron, fastened with leather straps and metal buckles. Made to your measurements, so send your waist and length and it is cut to fit.

Russell Ancient Tartan Kilt Features

• Russell Ancient sett: green ground with soft red, blue and white lines
• Woven in tartan wool blend; 5-yard standard, 8-yard option
• Knife-pleated back, flat front apron; leather straps and metal buckles
• Built to the measurements you choose on the product page
• Clan Russell, seated at Aden in Aberdeenshire from the 14th century
• Add a matching jacket, sporran and accessories on the page to complete the outfit