Clan tartans

Clan tartans are traditional patterns of colored stripes woven into fabric that represent Scottish family or clan identities. Each clan has its own distinct tartan design, which serves as a symbol of heritage, loyalty, and history. These patterns originated centuries ago and became formalized over time. While wearing a clan tartan can show your connection to a particular family or region, today they are also popular as cultural symbols and fashion. Importantly, although often associated with Scottish clans, tartans are now used more broadly for personal or stylistic reasons.