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Hogg Tartan: Ancient, Modern, Weathered & Dress
Colourways describe the dye, not the age: Modern is vivid, Ancient is mellow, Weathered is muted and Dress is the brighter formal version. All are available for Hogg tartan.
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Hogg Tartan Kilts & Outfit Packages
Order a made-to-measure Hogg kilt or full outfit tailored to your measurements. Add a jacket, sporran, belt and hose to finish the look for weddings, ceilidhs and Highland games.
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Hogg Tartan Accessories for Every Outfit
From ties and bow ties to sashes, shawls and scarves, Hogg tartan accessories add the finishing touch to any outfit or make a thoughtful present.
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Hogg Tartan Fabric for Makers
Hogg tartan material is available by the metre in several weights. Order a swatch to confirm the shade, then buy the length you need for your own project.
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Hogg Tartan Gift Ideas
Hogg tartan is a popular choice for weddings, Highland games and family gatherings, with matching pieces for the whole group.
Clan Motto
Dat Gloria Vires (Glory gives strength)
Heritage & Identity
Who Wears Hogg Tartan Tartan?
Worn by Hogg descendants worldwide, sept families including Hog and Houge bearers, Border regiment veterans, and Scottish heritage enthusiasts across America, Canada, and Britain.
Associated Names
Hog
Houge
Hogge
de Hoga
Hoig
Hogue
Hoag
Military Heritage
Associated Regiments
Hogg clansmen served with valor in Border regiments, Lowland forces, and British Army units, particularly distinguishing themselves in North American campaigns and colonial frontier service throughout the Empire.
King's Own Scottish Borderers
Royal Scots Fusiliers
Cameronians (Scottish Rifles)
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Each tartan can feature several variations, with the most common being Ancient, Modern, Weathered, Hunting and Dress.
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Ancient Tartan
Before 1860, all fabric dyes came from nature — plants, berries, bark, and insects. The colours they produced were softer and more muted than what we're used to today: think mossy greens, dusty sky blues, and reds with a warm, orangey tone. A lot of people actually prefer Ancient tartans for this reason — the gentler contrasts let the pattern breathe and stand out in a way that bolder colours sometimes don't. Worth knowing: the pattern itself, called the sett, is exactly the same across all variations of a tartan. It's only the colours that change.
Modern Tartan
Modern tartans came about after 1860, when chemical dyes replaced natural ones. The difference is pretty striking. Those soft, earthy greens became deep bottle green. Pale blues turned into rich navy. Reds went from warm and muted to full-on scarlet. If you're after something bold and vivid, Modern is usually the one to go for. It's the version most people picture when they think of a classic tartan.
Weathered Tartan
Weathered tartans take their inspiration from what happens to fabric left out in the elements — faded by sun, softened by rain, worn in by time. The colours shift towards olive greens, warm browns, and very pale blues, with reds that fade down to something close to a dusty pink. It's a more rustic, lived-in look, and honestly a really beautiful one. If you want something that feels a little more understated and natural, Weathered is worth a look.
Hunting Tartan
Hunting tartans are essentially the camouflage version of a clan's tartan — greens and browns brought forward so the wearer could move through the landscape without standing out. Not every clan has one, and that's by design. If a tartan is already mostly green or brown (like the Black Watch or Gunn), there's no need to adapt it. But a tartan like the Fraser, which is predominantly red, would make someone very easy to spot in the field — so a Hunting version makes a lot of sense for clans like that.
Dress Tartan
Dress tartans were made for the big occasions — Highland games, celebrations, and traditional dance. The pattern stays the same, but the main colour is swapped out for white, or extra white is woven in to give it a lighter, more formal feel. As you'd expect from the Scots, the rules get bent every now and then — yellow has been used instead of white in some cases, which is exactly how the famously bold MacLeod Dress Modern and Barclay Dress Modern came to be.
The Hogg Tartan Story
Four centuries of history woven into every thread
Border Origins
The Hogg clan originated in the Scottish Borders during the 12th century, first documented in Roxburghshire when William de Hoga held lands near Selkirk. The family established themselves as substantial landholders along the Yarrow Valley, with their principal seat at Fauldshope. Early clan members served as foresters and bailiffs to the Douglas earls, wielding considerable influence in Border politics. The Hoggs demonstrated unwavering loyalty to Scottish independence, supporting William Wallace and Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Independence, earning recognition for their fierce resistance against English occupation forces.
Border Reiving
During the tumultuous Border reiving period of the 15th and 16th centuries, the Hogg clan adapted to the lawless frontier lifestyle while maintaining their landed status. Notable clan members included Thomas Hogg of Fauldshope, who served as Sheriff-Depute of Selkirkshire, and his kinsmen who established cadet branches throughout the Borders. The family weathered the religious upheavals of the Reformation while embracing Presbyterian faith and Border traditions. Hoggs participated in numerous Border raids and feuds, particularly allying with the powerful Scott and Douglas families against English incursions and rival Border clans seeking territorial expansion.
Where does the name Hogg Tartan come from?
Hogg derives from the Old Norse 'hoggr' meaning 'to cut' or 'hew,' likely referring to a woodcutter or warrior. The name also connects to Middle English 'hog,' possibly indicating swine herders. First recorded in Roxburghshire during the 12th century, the Hogg family established themselves along the Anglo-Scottish Border, where occupational surnames reflected practical skills essential for Border survival and prosperity.
Cultural Legacy
The 17th and 18th centuries marked significant Hogg clan achievements in scholarship and literature, with James Hogg emerging as Scotland's celebrated 'Ettrick Shepherd,' whose poetry and prose immortalized Border ballad traditions. Clan members emigrated to North America, establishing Hogg settlements in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Nova Scotia, where they became prominent farmers, merchants, and community leaders. The family produced distinguished ministers, teachers, and local officials throughout the Scottish diaspora. In Scotland, Hoggs continued their Border heritage while adapting to agricultural improvements and industrial changes sweeping the Lowlands.
Scholarly Legacy
Throughout the 19th century, Hoggs embraced new opportunities across the expanding British Empire while maintaining their Border roots. Clan members served as colonial administrators in Canada and Australia, military officers in Highland and Lowland regiments, and successful entrepreneurs in America's growing cities. The family produced notable scholars, including several university professors and published authors who preserved Border history and traditions. In Scotland, Hoggs adapted to social changes while maintaining their connection to the Yarrow Valley and Ettrick Forest, where clan gatherings celebrated their ancient heritage and literary achievements.
The Hogg tartan embodies centuries of Border heritage, from Roxburghshire strongholds to global achievements, in distinctive patterns worn with ancestral pride.
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