Tartan Accessories & Kilts: The BIG Mistake You Don’t Want to Make!

Order Your Tartan Accessories with Your Kilt – Don’t Wait!
In this video, I go over the important differences that can occur in tartan fabric over time, including color variations, set size changes, and differences in dye lots. If you're planning to wear accessories like a fly plaid, sash, or flashes with your kilt, it's crucial to order them at the same time to ensure a perfect match.

Key Differences You Need to Know:
✅ Color Variations – Even if a tartan looks red on its own, when placed next to another fabric, the color may shift in appearance. For example, some reds can take on an orange tint when compared to a deeper red. This happens due to differences in dye lots between weaves, which can be noticeable when wearing accessories right next to your kilt.

✅ Set Size Differences – Some tartan mills weave the pattern in slightly different sizes. A larger set size means bigger stripes and broader tartan patterns, making the design look more spread out compared to a smaller weave. If your kilt and accessories come from different production runs, these size differences may stand out when worn together.

✅ Dye Lot Variations – Even when ordering from the same weaver, different production batches can result in slight shifts in color. For example, what should be a dark blue in one weave might appear black in another. These subtle differences become obvious when comparing tartan pieces up close.

Why You Should Order Accessories with Your Kilt:
Many people assume they won’t need a fly plaid, sash, or flashes and put off ordering them. However, if you wait, you risk running into issues where:

The tartan is no longer available.
The color or set size has changed, making it difficult to match.
Accessories ordered later don’t blend seamlessly with your kilt.
To avoid these headaches, I strongly recommend ordering your tartan accessories at the same time as your kilt purchase. Even if you think you might not need them right away, it’s better to have a perfectly matched set than to struggle with mismatched pieces later.

🚀 Order now to get the best match for your full kilt outfit!

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