For more than 200 years, Johnstons of Elgin has been one of the finest purveyors of Scottish knitwear. Today, its mill in Elgin is one of the last where garments are dyed, spun, woven and finished in a single location. Among its contemporary luxe designs, the contrast V-necks, cashmere-silk neck ties and chunky button-up cardigans stand out.

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Edinburgh-based Kiltane started as a cashmere merchant before pivoting to producing its own. For pure cashmere staples, its prices are hard to beat, and its accessories game is particularly strong.

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This Edinburgh brand from local boy Kestin Hare is best known for its technical takes on classic outdoor gear that can stand up to the Scottish weather. But it also knows the value of the country’s famous woollen mills. It works with a few of them to produce a Made in Scotland collection of jumpers and accessories – you’ll want one of its pure wool Alva bandanas in your locker ahead of AW25.

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The town of Hawick is the longstanding centre of the Scottish knitwear industry, and it’s where London-based graphic designer and fashion editor Chris Chasseaud knew he must go when he decided to start Malloch’s. Check out the chunky Shetland knits in a plush array of tones, or the elegant lambswool cardigans, which are good examples of the brand’s timeless aesthetic. 

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