Tartan Guide - Tartans, Plaid, and Checks in Menswear
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What is tartan?
In the most general terms, tartan is a type of checked pattern. As a reminder, a check is a pattern of horizontal and vertical lines that create small squares and that can incorporate multiple colors though it doesn't necessarily have to. It can also be further enhanced by an overcheck in a different color.
More specifically, tartan is a pattern of intersecting horizontal and vertical bands in differing widths and colors and in its most traditional weave, would be considered a serge twill. Tartans alternating weave forms visible diagonal lines where different colors cross and can also give the appearance of creating new colors where these lines intersect. Tartans originated almost exclusively in woven wool but today, you can find them in a variety of other materials. And while the definition of a tartan was originally one that was made only from woven material, you can also find tartans today that are printed instead of woven. In traditional Scottish Gaelic, tartan is known as breacan which means multiple colors.
How to wear TARTAN:
With that in mind, let's dive into some of its more specific applications starting with probably the most widely seen application of tartan in clothing, shirts. In the realm of casual wear, especially in the cooler months, it's hard to beat a flannel button-up in tartan or in a more general plaid pattern.
Now let's talk about tartan suits. While full suits in loud red and green tartans are available, these types of ensembles are really more at home in the world of high fashion than in traditional menswear. Instead, we suggest opting for a more subtle and largely monochromatic tartan.
Tartan sport coats can be a little bit more bright and bold than full tartan suits can. As with suits and sweaters though, it's best when wearing a tartan sport coat to make sure that the other elements of your outfit, including your trousers and shirt, are more subdued.
Also, tartan wears well as the pattern on an odd waistcoat or vest. Though if you're wearing one of these, it's best to pair it with a plain or very subtly patterned jacket so that the two patterns don't clash.
Tartan trousers worn without a matching jacket should generally follow the same principles we've just outlined for solo tartan sport coats. A subdued set paired with a muted jacket, either plain or faintly patterned, will be your most versatile option.
Let's move now to neckwear starting with tartan ties. You're probably beginning to sense a pattern here and I don't just mean the tartan pattern itself. A tartan necktie can be even more colorful than a jacket or trousers can be but the louder the tartan pattern on an accessory gets, the more muted your other garments should be to help balance things out.
Still within the realm of neckwear, a great way to introduce tartan into your outfits is through an accessory that's primarily designed to be functional. As such, a tartan scarf is perhaps the poster child for this principle.
For tartan pocket squares, the same rules generally apply as for neckwear. Tartan pocket squares either in wool or silk can add a pop of color to another more muted outfit and out of all the types of garments we've discussed today, you've got the greatest liberty to be really bold with a pocket square in tartan.
Regarding hats, flat caps are a traditional choice that remains stylish today.
As we've said in the past, brown is the most versatile shoe and boot color for outfits consisting of a combination of sport coats and odd trousers. You can get away with an informal shoe in black as well such as perhaps a horse bit loafer if the tartan patterned elements in your outfit are especially bold.
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Now you're dipped your toe into the world of Tartans.... can you do a video on the Kilt and other formal Scottish clothing that a Scottish Gentleman would wear and also what about family and district Tartans?
You wouldn't want their opinion on highland wear. Look to true experts on highland wear on you tube "kilts and culture" not to guys that think they are living in the 1950's
He doesn't even know how to say plaid (play-de).
Mixing tartans is amateuristic and he's trying to be the authority how humorous.
I think he's more trying to match them from a purely aesthetic and color matching perspective *when* wearing otherwise English or American clothing. A big example is the "loudness" angle or trying not to match other tartans in your outfit. If you're using your own Clan's plaid, the loudness or mixing angle is far less relevant, especially if you're going to an event with other people using their own Tartans.
I was disappointed the kilt was not mentioned. It’s literally the most versatile garment on the planet. It looks good with sneakers and T-shirts all the way to a Prince Charlie coat and vest, the Highland wear equivalent of white tie and tails. What other primary garment can do that?
8/10 no bagpipe intro. Otherwise great content
You dont like the bagpipe intro? ok
ha, definitely needed bagpipes playing :-)
Thanks for clearing up the confusion around tartans versus plaids. Love kilts. Maybe you could do a video for kilts?
We'll see what the future holds! Thanks for watching.
- Preston
I like the Clark Kent vibe of this dude... great info too!
Edmund Choy Looks like he’s waiting around for his mark to assassinate.
I knew it... he was Clark Kent all the time, tell Sven
Wow didn’t think about that until you said that, but now I can’t stop thinking about it
I can't believe i binged this guy's video just to create my outfit in the sims
If you have Scottish heritage (like me: 1/8 Scottish on my paternal grandmother’s side), an item in the tartan of the clan you descend from is a classy and wholly appropriate option. If people try to get on your case for it, you just can tell them it’s part of your heritage.
Wait... where is Sven?!
On the other videos
@DeJuan McGuire Yes, he is still here
he has a kid now
@@connannbarbarin3033 And out came Preston.
At least the stand-in has a German name too. Keeping the continuity going like matching your tie and pocket square.
Informative and very well presented video Preston!
Very helpful history. My husband has a pink thread running through the plait. So his ancestors registered the pattern for his family in 1815.
I want to be able to buy tweed sport coats with an informed sense of style. I have viewed this video together with yours on tweed. I now feel more comfortable with purchasing them and pairing them with my other clothes. Thank you.
Elegance and style make this channel unique. Mr. Preston is a perfect gentleman. Congratulations from Italy.
I would like to caution anybody who wears certain types of Tartan in Scotland itself. One big point I would like to make is if you are openly wearing a certain type of tartan and if you are neither a member of the clan or military you can find yourself offending members of both parties. For example the use of "Black watch" tartan is in Scotland considered disrespectful to the armed forces of Scotland if you intend to wear it without serving in the Scots guards, Royal regiment of scotland or the british army. The other point I want to make is that tartan of a certain clan should not be worn if you dont belong to that clan. For example if your grandmother is a Mckay and you are part of her direct family and you intend to wear McDuff tartan at her birthday for example it is considered very disrespectful and down right rude. A couple of small notes from a Scotsman I enjoy the channel and keep up the great content.
Huh. Whilst I'm generally not concerned about things like cultural appropriation (I am a white Brit who is no stranger to wearing an informal kimono), I am sensitive to wearing patterns or symbols tied to specific organisations. I thought the Black Watch tartan was specifically NOT tied to any current regiment, I have seen some places give advice that Black Watch is a good choice to wear to avoid giving offence, alongside either the Royal or Hunting Stewart (can't remember which one). Have I got this completly wrong? I recently bought a Black Watch scarf to wear in the sticks for this reason.
This black watch tartan looks exactly like my ancient Campbell kilt and bunnet
There are certainly theories that it started as a Campbell tartan, given several of the original captains were Campbells, if what read is correct.
Sorry for the Late reply, As I and many friends and collegues have argued in the past, most of the time, I dont think anybody is fussed if its "appropriate" to wear certain garments after all I think most of us get a little sick of the constant miasma associated with polital corectness. I mean only that after the Black watch disbanded to make the royal regiment of Scotland & the Scots guard there are squaddys I know and have reafirmed my statment out of respect and memory for the Black watch some do get offended if an "outsider" to both the military and Scotland decide to wear a tartan specifically to imortilise one of Scotlands sadly defuncted military organisations. @@zoukatron
Thanks for the reply. That's frustrating to hear, thankfully, I only have it in a scarf, which I hope would less affront than other ways it could be worn.
Few pointers, the way you say Gaelic is actually the Irish version of the language for Scottish you pronounce it like galic, you don't pronounce the "ae" , in terms of the royals I have never seen these tartans in use on a kilt and I think if anyone in Scotland was to they would get battered, if you ever end up wearing a kilt with you're clan tartan it means you take pride in your heritage and in american terms, normally a patriot, you said yourself with the clothing act the English oppressed us and still does today politically, so any tartan with connections to the royal family would severely not go well north of the border. Alba Gu Brath
this has got to be one of your best videos yet! love seein some punx in a GG video; currently getting my tartan trousers tailored; look forward to wearing them with matching suspenders
I always enjoy the history bits.
Thank you!! Love this informative material 👍🏼
Great video, as always. I actually have a belted plaid, probably the boldest thing in my wardrobe.
LOVE THIS CHANNEL
Yes of course, what else. I'm glad i discovered this channel around a month ago
I actually just got a Black Watch kilt a few days ago! I'm guessing the rules for solo tartan pants apply to wearing a kilt. I'm keeping the rest of the outfit mostly black so as not to compete with the kilt.
A great little bit of history! Thanks!
Informative video, thank you. Blackwatch tartan is a personal favorite. I like the pocket square/jacket combination. For some reason, the colors you described do not translate well to my screen as your jacket appears gray, rather than blue, and your shoes brown.
I learned a lot. Useful tips. Thanks for the video.
Almost 400k subs , i love this channel Bravo
Thank you!
You've Doubled on subs in a years time. 💪🏼
Great video. Thank you! Say, what’s your take on a tartan double-breasted jacket? If the pattern is not too flashy, would that work as an odd jacket?
Bravo, very well done. You are perfect for this channel. M.
The grunge shirts are the same lumberjack/cowboy shirts mentioned earlier. (Stoner Jackets back in my day.) They have been something of a fashion standard for rock 'n roll/metal/grunge fans and stoner culture since the 60's. Handy for chill mornings on a ranch, or late night open air concerts.
Great video! You gave tips on pairing an odd tartan vest and jacket, but how about vest and jacket of matching tartan + odd pants. Folks, yes or no?
If the thumbnail does not show the face, then you know it is a Preston video.
Not true, there are tons of video without a face and they are with me ;)
@@gentlemansgazette Right...
It’s too bad, Preston is terrible
@@liamlindy Preston is good.
Thanks Preston today I'm wearing my new black Harrington jacket but I don't know which clan the inner red tartan pattern belongs to?
It may be a proprietary design, but take a spin through the Scottish Register of Tartans, and see what you can find!
- Preston
www.tartanregister.gov.uk/index
If you're wearing an authentic, original Harrington (such as the Baracuda G9), it'll be from the Fraser clan. Most others from other manufacturers have a proprietary design. The one I own from Warrior Clothing UK has an authenticated lining.
FS67 Ill have to check this out! thanks!
Come on guys, please make the How to wear Purple video.
We've got an article on that subject coming soon--if you sign up for our email newsletter, you'll be sure to catch it!
- Preston
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Gogol Bordello joke. ;)
Great info on the ambiguous territory of plaids, tartans and their respective history. How can one look up a family name tartan pattern? Thanks! Love the vids!
How long does his battery last
Perfecc robott
@@Panzer_Runner I saw you on an other video somewhere
@@michaelbell3952 On gent gazette? of course
n+1
@Michael Bell then where is it mate?
I was surprised you didn't mention the Tartan cloth of the Europeid Tarim basin mummies in China.
you look really good in this video. So much nicer than previous video, not that those ones are bad but this is just so much nicer
Balmoral Suit - 38R, 31x30. I need that!
Informative video
really like the history component of the video
I'm fascinated by the way he talks and articulates every single word that comes out of his mouth, it's kinda therapeutic
Interesting you say therapeutic. I would say soporific !!!
I love this guy's voice.
@Gentleman'sGazette can you do a video on what brands are worth their value?
Barbour classic tartan!
I have several custom made suits in glen places that I consider acceptable business wear for nearly all business occasions excel the most formal ones. But for even those I might consider wearing one of my clan plays kilts with the proper formal accessories (Prince Charlie or Argyle coat and vest, sporan, footwear and black bow tie.
Glen plaids not glen places! Darn auto incorrect!Plaids
I will have you know that I saw this video around the time that it first came out and it caused me to go on a tartan tie buying spree. Now that it's summer, I'm at a point where more than half of the ties that I wear frequently are now tartan. I wear ties less frequently in the summer, as I live in Florida and it can be easy to overheat (the atmosphere is also much more relaxed), so this hasn't been much of a problem in a seasonal sense. I just wanted to say that you guys have created a real problem here 🙄.
“Check out” the new humor upgrade built into his programming…
After watching this video and doing some research, it seems I was missold my Glen Plaid ‘Prince of Wales’ wool scarf as the miller said it was a 100% Welsh design. Looks like the miller knew not the linguistic inaccuracies he was committing, as the design originates from Inverness-shire, Scotland. Now the question is, should I bin it?
give it to meeeeeeeeee... only if its Fraser of course😉
What is that pocket square fold? Looks like a puffed three point peek. I love it.
Also, love the sports coat.
I like this young guy a lot.
Is glen check technically a type of tartan then?
Doesn't the Maasai also use tartan?
Hey Preston Schlueter, the bow tie that he's wearing here, Sven Raphael Schneider, look at it in his other bowtie collection video
Great article, so how does Madras and Tartan differ?
by several thousand kilometres 😂😂😂
Madras originated in India and Tartan originated in Scotland.
As an India I noticed that Tartan to Scots is what Khadi is to Indians.
I would note that plaid, in the original context of what you wear when wearing a kilt, is generally pronounced “played.”
Plaid most likely comes from scandinavian pledd, which means - wool blanket.
Can you please videos for beginers.
This is not the right forum for that. Try other channels like AlphaM.
@@VIRTUALBOYKP thank you and may you have a lovely life.
@@jgacfhhahjjshggqhhqikwhh3919 You as well Jorawar
AlphaM is a great resource, yes. You can also take a look at our video on 5 Beginner Style Mistakes, linked below.
-Preston
czcams.com/video/SIGQlKcr3Fs/video.html
Fly tie n pocket square!
I’m clothing a plaid is often that bit you wear over the shoulder yes, but that’s not what plaid is, it’s just what you call the cloth that has tartan on it. Even if it’s a large blanket, still a plaid. Secondly, tartan, as a checked fabric has existed among the celts since the Stone Age, as even the romans describe it when talking about celts. The kilt however likely didn’t exist before the 16th century
Good boy.
Tartan flat cap anyone?
What about a cumberbun?
what is high fashion
tartan
Does tartan make a person looks larger?
Kind of. When you see women wearing somewhat tight tartan clothing or tops, it doesn't compliment their physique too well. I think it makes old men look as big as they are as it's not too flattering if you're not from Scotland or Ireland.
The plaid flannel shirt because associated with Grunge music because Grunge started in Seattle, and the plaid flannel shirt has been a working class staple in Seattle forever. Makes sense, as Seattle started as a lumber town, and the fishermen liked warm shirts on damp fall days too. I'm surprised there was no mention of the most perfect ways to wear tartan with a suit, either in the braces or socks. Both are places one can get a bit loud while wearing a conservative suit, and loud braces are very common with those who wear drab suits regularly.
you have not mention the kilt
Wow... It is the first time I see your videos and, what I have to say is that I think I will need a notebook. Too much information for just one video. Thanks.
I've seen tartan in women's wear for some time. Is tartan then something of a man's wear, and women just took it over?
No, not at all, women originally wore it differently to the gents. I've had formal portraits taken wearing a white/ivory gown and a shawl in Ancient Fraser clasped with a nice citrine stone brooch 😊
It was worn by both men and women. Traditionally men wore the belted plaid (breacan an fhéilidh) or great plaid or great kilt (feileadh mòr), whilst women wore the earasaid or arasaid. It was usually the same type of plaid as a great kilt, but worn in a different way, over a sleeved top and long skirt.
Who is the new gentleman ?
it´s the Jackie Stewart stuff
How funny, I was just taking my kilt out of the closet for a family reunion.
how can this guy be so handsome and so weird at the same time?
Who is this guy?
Please stop staring into my soul 😂
Oohhh eeee ohh i look just like Buddy Holly
Yes
Max Headroom's grandson
i use plaid shirts and wear not that much bold colors accept that. bold and brash does not mean it belongs in the trash
Good guide! Preston's clothes don't fit well, unfortunately. Of course, we have gotten used to Sven's highest standards, but such perfection is the whole point of this channel and the secret of success of Gentleman's Gazette. Besides, it's not that difficult to make sure your trousers look clean at the hem when the camera zooms in on your feet, and send your jacket to the local basic dry cleaner/tailor for it to be taken in a little around the waist. Otherwise, good job!
Whose is this guy? But good 👍
The Balmoral Tartan is actually a restricted tartan, only the Royal Family are allowed to use it.
As a fundamentalist I only have tartan ties, and only in either Royal Stewart or Royal Air Force 😂😂😂
Bist du deutsch...?
I'm a lumberjack and I'm all plaid
Irish Gaelic pron: Gaylick, Scots Gaelic pron: Gallick.
All very tartanesque. Most Scots know that clan tartans are a 19th century invention and regional differentiation was based on the availability of local plant dyes. The truth is also that most tartan cloth was produced in the lowlands, even in the 18th century, and was sold to highland drovers to return north with after they had driven cattle to lowland markets. Most 'highland' weapons were also made in the lowlands, or England, or even as far away as Germany.
Although tartan is sold just about everywhere in Scotland to anybody, registered setts or just purely made up colours, it is sensible to be aware that the one you buy may be associated with a clan, family, regiment or organisation. I've got a pair of Doc Martin's in Black Watch that never see the light of day because my clan and family are all connected to the Highland Light Infantry, before Scotland was robbed of its regional regiments.
In Scotland, we pronounce Gaelic as Gah-lic not Gall-lic.
The best way to incorporate tartan is to wear a kilt!
While Scots don't tend to mind the use of tartan by non-Celtic people, it is still important to be respectful. Don't use the tartan of an existing clan or regiment (and definitely not an event) you don't have a connection to. It's not as strict as some people might pretend, if your good mate is from that clan then that might be a good enough excuse. There are plenty of beautiful tartans to choose from and most European descendant people will have a connection anyway, so this is not too hard a cultural adherence
Buffalo Tartan used as the symbol for the lumberjack is literally Rob Roy McGregor Tartan of the McGregor clan. Literally!!!!
I am from Scotland born and raised. Honestly, we don't care about cultural appropriation, we are just happy that people say. Small bit attention to our little country and that they enjoy our Culture.
Cultural appropriation is a very American idea and is not Welcome in Scotland because we honestly don't care.
@@drrd4127 Cultural appropriation is not an American concept, even if it is possible that it originated there. The Scottish culture is not at risk of annihilation, which is why the greatest example of "cultural appropriation" you have likely seen is rich white Americans arguing over who gets to wear indigenous headdresses. I agree absolutely that that is a sham, but it is not what actual cultural appropriation is. Smaller, poorer nations tend to be the most heavily affected by it. In cases where a culture is oppressed by a hostile state, cultural appropriation can serve to commodify whatever remains of their food, clothing, art, and even language, to the point that the members of the victim culture are forced to assimilate into a larger one. This is what happened to the highlanders, for example. The English nobility began wearing tartans as the Highland Clearances were being carried out by their armies. I hope this is explained well enough. Feel free to point out what you think are any mistakes
This is Poindexter from Revenge of the Nerds’ son
Kilts
If you are BRITISH you are permitted to wear The Royal Stewart tartan as it is the personal tartan of Queen Elizabeth II so it is appropriate for all British subjects as they are all clan members be default.
Royal Stewart is a universal tartan, anyone can wear it, you don’t have to be British.
And it isn’t the personal tartan of HM the Queen, I think you might be confusing it with the Balmoral Tartan, which is restricted only to the Royal Family.
Also, British people are now citizens, not subjects. That’s an outdated definition that hasn’t been used since 1948 for those born in the UK (though was used until the early 1980s for Commonwealth Citizens).
These guys are way to much of a gentlemen. Like I try to be a good person but wow. After viewing multiple videos its like overkill with their gentlement skills.But maybe its because of my age.
They mean general tarkin (for any Star Wars peeps)
Swoon
Remember Young Sheldon, this is him now, feel old yet?
I am so sorry but i wish this was more researched, TARTAN IS NOT JUST SCOTTISH. I am Irish and i wear my IRISH tartan!! i'm so sorry but this is so frustrating
Well, the Hallstatt culture (a Celtic culture) of Central Europe were the first to have produced tartan-like patterns. I’d say, tartan plays a part on Celtic cultures in general, though Ireland and Scotland are different countries, the native inhabitants there are both Celtic ethnic groups.
Furthermore, tartan-like patterns that developed independently can also be found in Southeast Asia. Such as the Karen tribe in which also has similar pattern (wouldn’t call it tartan though, but bears resemblance to it). The Kuki tribe has also got patterns like tartans in their traditional wear that was developed independently. Moreover, in the Pa-O tribe, wearing a red/orange tartan/check turban is part of their traditional wear for Pa-O women
You're absolutely correct, Bertie! The rough cut of this video (which clocked in at around 25 minutes) had an even longer history section and discussed the earliest origins of tartan patterns around the globe, as well as its presence in other cultures. We pared things down for the final CZcams version, for the sake of clarity and concision, but rest assured that we didn't mean to overlook or minimize Irish tartans.
- Preston
Totally agree, even if added five minutes is remiss not to mention Irish tartan. Goodness, as I understand most Scottish tartan is post about 1750.
Is it correct the tartan is county based?
McFarrins hail from Ulster (which claimed to be the oldest Irish tartan) so on my fabric wish list.
Irish tartans are a relatively new, having been introduced in the late 19th/early 20th century. There are very few Irish family/clan tartans, most are regional/county tartans. Traditionally Irish kilts were made from Saffron coloured cloth.
When it comes to tartan, they should never be mixed. If you wear multiple tartan accessories, they should be the same tartan in the same palette. This is according to highland fashion, mixing tartans is a big no no.
So tartan to Scots is what khadi is to Indians.
7:10 I think that word is pronounced "prih-mer" not "pry-mer". "Pry-mer" is a type of paint.
Tartan is hideous IMAO. Interesting video though.
Tartan is from the 18th century in the 1500s
Man you look like a humanoid android in a marvel movie💀💀💀
Hamza H all androids are humanoid, that’s what android means.
I will never call tartan patterns "plaid" again.
Do you have a wife?
Wish you would wear suit and sport coats that fit... they all look like they belonged to yout father. 😷