CARDUUS KILTS

Carduus Kilts is based in the Charente (Nouvelle Aquitaine Region), historically a popular area for Scots mercenaries and merchants to settle in - something to do with Cognac and Bordeaux wines, I believe. However, the tartan and materials in a Carduus kilt are sourced from Scotland and the north and sewn by a Scottish kiltmaker, making Carduus Kilts as traditionally Scottish as any kilt can be. The techniques used to produce Carduus Kilts are traditional - hand-stitched and finished by hand. It's important to me to promote and preserve Scottish cultural heritage, so on-going research into the history of highlandwear, tartan, and other things Scottish is an important factor in my business... Carduus Kilts is my business venture. My name is Gary McDonald, and, following a sporting career which included equestrianism, motor sports, fencing and skydiving, I discovered the world of dance, particularly partner social dance. Together with my wife, Susan, we formed the very successful Fly..

Primary location: Saint-claud France