The Clan Black Watch Tartan Kilt wears the most famous military tartan in the world. It takes its name from the Black Watch — the Highland companies raised in the early 18th century to keep the peace across the Highlands, later formed into one of the British Army’s most storied regiments. The dark “government” sett they wore has been worn by soldiers and civilians alike ever since, and it belongs to no single family: it is Scotland’s, and anyone’s.
The sett is deep and sombre by design — a close weave of navy blue and forest green crossed by black, with no over-colours at all. That restraint is exactly its strength: it reads almost as a solid from a distance and works with nearly everything, which is why it remains the most versatile tartan a man can own.
It is at home at a wedding, a formal dinner or an everyday outing. Dress it up with a Prince Charlie jacket for evening, or down with a tweed kilt jacket for day, and add a semi-dress sporran to finish.
A tartan with a soldier’s history and a place in any wardrobe.
Black Watch Tartan Kilt Features
- Black Watch sett: deep navy blue and forest green crossed by black, no over-colours
- 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
- Add a matching jacket, sporran and accessories on the page to complete the outfit
- Suited to weddings, formal dinners and everyday wear
Elspeth MacGregor –
Absolutely thrilled with my Clan Black Watch Tartan Kilt For Men. It holds beautifully during events, and the tartan colours are rich and vibrant.