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Eight Yards

Modern Scottish menswear with timeless, sartorial style Kilt sales & Kilt hire specialists.
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Whether your looking to hire for a black tie event or to look great at your wedding, come to the experts. Purchasing our hire fleet & sales stock from Scottish manufacturers.

03/06/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Our son Zeno rented a suit for his nationalization ceremony. The suit was fantastic, and he looked great in it. The quality of the fabrics was stunning. We'll definitely keep you in mind for future events worthy of such elegance."

Zeno is pictured in various locations around Edinburgh, including the National Museum of Scotland and Johnny Walker rooftop bar. He is wearing our Manx Hunting Ancient kilt, Moss Clunie jacket and white rabbit sporran.

01/06/2026

❓Guess the Tartan🧐

🔎This is the tartan of a branch of a large clan.
🔎The main motto of this clan is "Aonaibh Ri Chéile," which is Gaelic for "Unite" or "Let Us Unite".
🔎This motto is accompanied by the clan crest of five arrows, symbolizing the major branches of the clan coming together.
🔎Described as ‘fiercer than fierceness itself’, this clan is said to be one of the most ancient of Scottish clans.

Do you know what tartan this is?

Let us know in the comments!

Answer posted on Friday

30/05/2026

✨NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH✨

8 Yards are proud to announce that we are now the official supplier of the University of Edinburgh tartan!

Now available for Made to Measure garments and accessories, watch this space for the launch of our Edinburgh Uni hire launch! 🎓

26/05/2026

Let's talk about sporrans and your options for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in America this June!

There are strict rules about fur importation to the USA, but 8 Yards has done the research for you and worked out some alternatives!

Did you know seal fur is prohibited in the USA? Don't worry if you didn't! Just make sure you read this post so you have all the info before you travel, and check out our non-seal, America friendly sporran alternatives on our website and in branch!

24/05/2026

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20/05/2026

Callum Guthrie married Simone Goldslager in New York City in September 2025

Callum was surrounded by friends and family, including his 8 groomsmen. The groomsmen all sported 8 Yards hire outfits, Moss Clunie green jackets and Flower of Scotland kilts.

Our Haymarket team worked with Callum to make sure the groomsmen had outfits that worked for travel to the states and with the wedding attire Callum had for himself.

Here they are pictured in Central Park by photographer Rafal Ostrowski.,

18/05/2026

Why 8 Yards?

It’s one of the most common questions we’re asked.
How long is a kilt?
Why does a kilt use 8 yards of fabric?

The answer comes down to craftsmanship, tradition, and the unmistakable look of a properly made kilt.

A traditional hand-made kilt uses around 8 yards of tartan cloth to create the deep (Around 3 inches) knife pleats at the back. Those pleats aren’t just for show, they create the structure, weight, and movement that make a quality kilt.

That extra fabric means:

• Sharper, fuller pleats that hold their shape.
• Perfect movement when walking (or dancing 🕺).
• A luxurious drape that sits exactly as it should.
• A timeless silhouette built to last.

Less fabric can create a lighter kilt, like our 5 yard options, but true 8 yard construction gives you the richness and presence Highlandwear is known for.

It’s heritage, precision, and craftsmanship - woven into every pleat.

After all, some things are worth doing properly.

That’s why we’re called 8 Yards.

15/05/2026

Highland Games season has officially begun!

The Scottish Highland games run all over Scotland from May to September. They feature a variety of traditional Scottish sports and activities including highland dancing, caber tossing and pipe bands.

Wherever you are in Scotland, it's not difficult to find a highland games nearby in the summer. And if you are attending the Highland Games, make sure to pop into 8 yards for your hats, scarves, kilts. socks and accessories!

Will you be attending the Highland Games in Scotland this summer? Let us know in the comments!

12/05/2026

The 2026 Wedding season has officially begun! And to celebrate we are sharing pictures of some of the stunning weddings we dressed last year! 💒🥂

Huge thanks to our lovely couples for sharing their photos and testimonials with us. 👰🤵

If you have any photos from your own wedding that you would like to share with us, please share them with the branch you purchased/hired with.

📸 Photos:

05/05/2026

Planning an outdoor summer wedding?

Here are 4 outfits you and your groomsmen can wear to an outdoor ceremony courtesy of 8 Yards!

Address

54/56 Haymarket Terrace
Edinburgh
EH125LA

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 5:30pm
Sunday	10am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+441316603451

Website

http://www.8yards.co.uk/

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