Contains references from period texts on the attire and comportment of women to the 17th century. Includes illustrations.

Documents the precursor of the modern kilt, the belted plaid cloak. Includes illustrations including a German woodcut of 1631.

Discusses the development and use of clan tartans from the 1400s. Includes references to period texts and links to other Scottish garment topics.

Follows the evolution of fashion in County Clare, Ireland from the Celts through the industrial revolution. View photographs.

Presents texts and illustrations of ancient Irish costume including enigmatic archaeological finds.

Recounts the evolution Highland attire from ancient times to 1600, when the modern kilt first appeared. Includes images of early Scots' garb.

Explains the development of the modern kilt, from its origins as a voluminous tartan wrap. Link to clan tartans and Highland women's dress.

Provides a brief history of the kilt from 1560 and includes instructions on wrapping and wearing the tartan.

Discover the Irish saffron shirt and follow its spread across Britain to the Highlands of Scotland. Includes many illustrations.

Read a collection of quotes from period sources on the clothing of the Highlanders. View captioned engravings as well.

Discusses gold and silver ornamentation created in Christian and Celtic period Ireland. Details various diadems, earrings and brooches.

Provides essays on the development of Irish attire, including the saffron shirt and Irish kilt. Includes links to Irish history book references.

Clears up misconceptions of Scottish dress through the ages, and includes a link to the evolution of the kilt. Fully illustrated.

Learn about the evolution of women's dress in the Highlands from ancient times. Link to a instructions on fashioning a Shinrone gown.