Latest News
July 09
The Gathering 2009
Many of the 50,000 people who attended the event over the two days came to our Stand in the Arts and Crafts Village to find their own tartans amidst our abundance of tartan pattern bunches.
We believe that the interest we received throughout the event will continue to benefit us in the longer term and we wish to thank all those who supported us and who helped to make it so special.
April 2009
New Kilt Hire Range
Our new in-house kilt hire facility provides our customers with outfits they can be truly proud to wear and of course this includes our expert advise and personal service. All our kilts are made here at Kinloch Anderson and tartans include The Isle of Skye, Robertson Red, Scotlands National, Douglas Modern and Black Watch.
February 09
Japanese Judo Icon wears Kinloch Anderson Kilt
During his illustrious career, Kosei Inoue won gold at the 2000 Sydney Olympics, was World Champion three times and won the All-Japan championships four times. Having retired in 2008, Kosei and his wife Aki Higashihara, have come to Edinburgh for a six-month stay resulting in a Sky News item on how Kosei was able to walk freely in Edinburgh compared to being constantly recognised by his fans in Tokyo. Sky approached us about filming in our shop in Leith and we were delighted to present Kosei with a full Highland Dress outfit and Aki with a luxury silk and velvet stole for their visit to Edinburgh Castle. The visit celebrated the long standing links which Kinloch Anderson have with Japan and its people.
January 09
Kinloch Anderson opens in Beijing
Kinloch Anderson has opened its flagship store in the prestigious SOGO Department Store in Beijing. The main focus is initially on selling quality menswear before moving into other product areas. This latest move will further expand the company brand name which already has a strong presence in the Far East.
November 08
Kinloch Anderson Photoshoot
Here at Kinloch Anderson our Design and Marketing team have been working hard in order to create an exciting, stylish image of Kinloch Andersons finest ladies skirts. With the help of innovative fashion photographer Paul Marr and the stunning location of Oxenfoord Castle, we believe we have achieved a look that is true to Kinloch Anderson's traditional character but in line with the lifestyle of today. The photographs will be used to promote our skirt range in the UK, Europe and around the World. July 08
Kinloch Anderson design new tartan for The Basel Tattoo 2008
The Basel Tattoo has become a huge success and is now the second largest tattoo in terms of performers after the famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Kinloch Anderson were approached to add a Scottish twist to the tattoo with the design of a tartan which would be used for clothing and gift items. The colours of the tartan include Basel and Swiss colours and the blue stands for the close connections with Scotland and the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
June 08
The Brand expands in Korea!
In an exciting development for the Kinloch Anderson Brand in Korea, Douglas Kinloch Anderson (Chairman) is pictured below shaking hands with Mr Wonki Yi (Chairman of Wonpung Co.Ltd) after signing a Master Agent agreement for KA in Korea.
This agreement will bring in new licensees in various categories including Ladieswear, Childrenswear, Household Textiles and Accessories. Wonpung are already licensees for KA Menswear in Korea and are launching a new KA Gold Collection this Fall/Winter season enhancing the brand's prestigious positioning in the most famous stores in Seoul.
April 08
Patron for "The Gathering" 2009
Promoted as the "Greatest Ever Celebration of Scottish Culture" Kinloch Anderson are proud to be involved as a Patron to Scotland's largest ever Highland Games. The Gathering 2009 will, in partnership with Kinloch Anderson, extend and enhance the enjoyment of over 8,000 clan participants and 30,000 Gathering visitors by recreating the very popular Harper Collins "Clan and Family Names" Map of Scotland. For more information on The Gathering - http://www.thegathering2009.com/
April 08
The Royal Scotsman Train's 2008 Uniform
Launched on the 21st April, their uniform set the standard for yet another high profile journey across Scotland. By adding a touch of their tartan, Kinloch Anderson have created a sophisticated look that represents their regal corporate branding.
February 08
Kinloch Anderson provide gifts for the French at Murrayfield
Kinloch Anderson provide Gifts & Accessories for the French Federation Officials / Teams at the Six Nations Rugby at Murrayfield:
"I would like to thank you and all Kinloch Anderson team for your great work and efficiency. All gifts have been delivered on time and everything was so well packed! I am really pleased with quality and design of all categories of products.
All gifts have been more than appreciated by our clients and French Rugby Federation officials/teams. If you have watched the game, I hope you have noticed that the FFR President Bernard Lapasset was wearing his Kinloch Anderson scarf when they have waved at teams with Princess Anne! Great! He has even kept it at the airport on Monday!"
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