Our Patron
His Majesty The King
In December 2017, HRH The Prince Charles, Duke of Rothesay, accepted our invitation to become Patron of The Scottish Tartans Authority. Following a thorough review of Royal Patronages on the accession of HM King Charles III, the trustees and members of the Authority were honoured to receive confirmation that His Majesty was delighted to retain the Patronage of The Scottish Tartans Authority. His Majesty is a true ambassador for tartan, Highland Dress and the traditions of the Highlands.
The King Charles III Tartan
Designed by The Scottish Tartans Authority | Woven by Lochcarron of Scotland | 2023
His Majesty The King wore a kilt in the newly created King Charles III tartan while attending the Braemar Gathering on Saturday 2nd September 2023.
The tartan was designed by The Scottish Tartans Authority to mark the occasion of the Coronation and in recognition of His Majesty's strong support in preserving the culture and traditions of Highland Dress and Scottish Tartans. The unique design presented to His Majesty, is based on the Balmoral tartan sett which dates from c1850 and continues to be worn by The King and members of The Royal Family. The new tartan has been officially registered with the Scottish Register of Tartans which is administered by National Records of Scotland.
The cloth, woven in 100% Scottish wool by Lochcarron of Scotland in Selkirk, includes a central stripe motif (one broad and two narrow) which is a feature of Royal tartans previously worn by His Majesty including the Duke of Rothesay, Duke of Rothesay Hunting and Lord of the Isles Hunting tartans.
The colours have been matched to the natural dyes of 18th century tartan specimens in the collection of The Scottish Tartans Authority.
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