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Scottish football women will look the part at World Cup
The Scotland Women’s National Team will travel to the FIFA Women’s World Cup in style this summer, thanks to Walker Slater. The Tweed specialists will supply the squad with Harris Tweed Hebrides jackets to wear as they fly out to France in June, ensuring the players and coaching staff look the part ahead of the…
Read MoreTartan created to mark the Iolaire tragedy centenary
A special tartan to mark the centenary of one of the worst UK maritime disasters has been revealed. Harris Tweed Hebrides, based in Shawbost, is commemorating the centenary of the loss of the Iolaire with the production of a special tweed in partnership with the Iolaire Working Group. The Iolaire was carrying sailors who had…
Read MoreCharity will benefit from Scots social media star’s creation
A social media star’s love for fashion, family and Harris Tweed fabrics has culminated in the creation of Snow Paw’s first backpack – and some of the proceeds are going to charity. Popular Scottish lifestyle, fashion and beauty blogger Kumba Dauda, known online as Kumbearxo, has been working tirelessly to create the perfect product in…
Read MoreWalker Slater steps into spring with luxury fashion show
Tweed-tailor specialists Walker Slater and top jeweller Laings hosted a luxurious fashion show at the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh. Showcasing Walker Slater’s spring/summer collection accessorised with jewellery and accessories from Laings, the event marked a celebration of the hotel’s new partners. Around 80 guests were treated to 28 new looks for the season, with Harris Tweed’s…
Read MoreStep into spring with the new Walker Slater collection
A prestigious Scottish hotel is to host a luxurious fashion show in the stunning surrounds of the world-famous Peacock Alley. Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh – The Caledonian has partnered up with tweed-tailor specialists, Walker Slater and top jeweller, Laings, for the event. An exclusive global showcase of Walker Slater’s spring/summer collection, accessorised with sparkling jewellery from…
Read MoreA very busy five days for Gaelic-speaking youngsters
The village of the Geàrrannan Blackhouses, in the Isle of Lewis, will be bustling this week as eighteen Gaelic-speaking secondary school pupils take part in 5 Latha 2017. Now in its sixth year, 5 Latha offers a unique opportunity to participants to experience life in a Gaelic speaking community, taking part in a programme of…
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