The Lawrie clan originated in the Scottish Borders during the 12th century, establishing themselves as scholars and administrators rather than warriors. Early clan records show Lawries serving as clerks, scribes, and educators in Border abbeys and towns. The family gained prominence through their dedication to learning and literacy, becoming trusted advisors to local nobility. Alexander Lawrie of Maxwelton appeared in 13th-century charters, marking the clan's emergence as landholders. Unlike many Border families known for reiving, Lawries distinguished themselves through intellectual pursuits and peaceful commerce, earning respect across Scotland's tumultuous southern frontier.
Scottish Clans
Lawrie Tartans & Clan
The Lawrie clan tartan represents one of Scotland's distinguished Lowland families, whose legacy spans from medieval Border origins to prominent roles across the British Empire, North America, and Commonwealth nations as scholars and leaders.
Clan Motto
Semper Fidelis
(Always Faithful)
Heritage & Identity
Who Wears Lawrie Tartan?
Worn by Lawrie descendants worldwide, sept families including Lowrie, Laurie, and Lawrence bearers, academic institutions, and Scottish heritage enthusiasts across America, Canada, and Britain.
Associated Names
Lowrie
Laurie
Lawrence
Lowery
Lowry
Lawry
MacLaurence
MacLaurin
Laurence
Lawrenson
Lawson
Lory
Lorie
Lowrye
Lawrey
MacLawry
Military Heritage
Associated Regiments
Lawrie members served with distinction in Border regiments, Scottish academic corps, colonial forces, and British Army units, particularly excelling in educational and administrative roles throughout the Empire.
King's Own Scottish Borderers (Scotland)
Royal Scots (Scotland)
Canadian Scottish Regiment (Canada)
Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada (Canada)
Royal Canadian Regiment (Canada)
Shop Lawrie Tartan Products
Discover authentic Lawrie clan products including traditional kilts, Highland dress accessories, clan crests, tartan scarves, ties, and ceremonial items crafted for descendants across North America and Britain.
- All Categories
- Accessoires pour vêtements traditionnels
- Bandanas pour animaux de compagnie
- Bandeaux
- Barrettes, pinces et épingles à cheveux
- Bas de Noël
- Bas de pantalon
- Bas pour bébés et tout-petits
- Besaces
- Bodies bébés
- Bonnets
- Bottes
- Boucles de ceinture
- Boucles d’oreilles
- Boutons de manchette
- Breloques et pendentifs
- Bretelles
- Broches et épinglettes
- Cartables
- Casquettes de baseball
- Casquettes plates
- Chapeaux
- Chapeaux de cowboy
- Chapeaux d’hiver
- Chaussures
- Chemins de table
- Chemises
- Colliers et cravates pour animaux de compagnie
- Colliers standards
- Cordons
- Costumes et tailleurs
- Coussins et porte-alliances
- Couvertures
- Cravates
- Drapeaux et manches à air
- Décorations
- Décorations de Noël
- Ensembles pour bébés et enfants
- Ensembles pour bébés et tout-petits
- Foulards
- Fournitures de mariage
- Gilets et vestes sans manches
- Grande cornemuse des Highlands
- Hauts de vêtements
- Housses de coussin pour chaises et canapés
- Jarretelles
- Jupes
- Lits pour animaux de compagnie
- Manteaux bouffants
- Manteaux et vestes
- Masques faciaux de mode
- Nappes
- Pochettes de costume
- Porte-monnaies
- Robes
- Rubans et galons
- Sacs fourre-tout
- Sacs pour cadeaux
- Sacs à bandoulière
- Sacs à dos
- Sacs à main
- Serviettes en tissu
- Shorts
- Tabliers
- Tapis de sapin de Noël
- Vestes boléro
- Vestes universitaires
- Vêtements traditionnels et de cérémonie
- Écharpes
- Écharpes, foulards et châles
- All Styles
- 16 oz
- 3 Piece
- 5 Yards - Casual
- 8 Yards - Traditional
- 9 Yards - Traditional
- A Line
- All Round Pleated
- Argyll
- Bias Cut
- Bow
- Dinner
- Double Breasted
- Dresses
- Golf
- Great Kilt
- Horseshoe Neck
- Infinity Scarf
- Kate Coat
- Kilt Shoes
- Mini
- Narrow Heel
- Pencil
- Pet Accessories
- Prince Charlie
- Quilted
- Ring
- Rosette
- Shirt
- Single Breasted
- Sleeveless
- Slim Cut
- Straight Cut Bottom
- Striped
- Tie
- Wrap
- All Products
- Accessoires pour cheveux
- Accessoires tartan
- Bandeau
- Bowties
- Braces
- Broche tartan
- Ceintures en cuir tartan
- Chapeaux et casquettes en tartan
- Chemises kilt
- Coats & Jackets
- Costume
- Court
- Cravates en tartan
- Dog Rug
- Embrayages
- Fly Plaid & Broches
- Ghillie Brogues
- Grand Kilt - Tous Tartans
- H-Bar Set
- Instruments de musique
- Kilt 9 Yards - Tous les tartans
- Kilt Flashes
- Kilt Flashs
- Kilt de 5 mètres - Tous les tartans
- Kilt végétalien - Tous les tartans
- Kilted/Plissé
- Kilts en cuir
- Kilts en jean
- Kilts féminins
- Kilts hybrides
- Lanyards
- Neckwear
- Pantalon tartan
- Pince à cheveux
- Plaid Fly
- Ring Cushion
- Robes tartan
- Romper Suit
- Ruban tartan
- Sacs à bandoulière
- Sacs à main
- Serape
- Sporrans
- Stoles
- Tabliers en tartan
- Tartan Beret
- Tartan Capes
- Tartan Decoration
- Tartan Dresses
- Tartan Knickerbockers
- Tartan Pants
- Tartan Poncho
- Tartan Ribbon
- Tartan Scarf
- Tartan Shawl
- Tartan Skirts
- Tartan Ties
- Tartan/Cargo
- Tenue kilt
- Trew
- Vestes
- Vestes et gilets kilt
- Vêtements pour chiens
- Waistcoat
- Wedding Garters
- Women Shoes
- kilt pour enfants
- masque
- Écharpe en tartan
- Écharpe tartan
- All Prices
- Under $50
- $50 - $100
- $100 - $200
- $200 - $500
- $500+
Associated Tartans
Your Selected Tartan
Other Associated Tartans
Lawrie Tartans
0 Variations
Each tartan can feature several variations, with the most common being Ancient, Modern, Weathered, Hunting and Dress.
Loading tartans…
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 Lawrie Story
Four centuries of history woven into every thread
During the 14th and 15th centuries, Lawrie family members expanded their influence through education and administration. Notable clan members served as parish clerks, schoolmasters, and legal advisors throughout the Borders and Lowlands. The Lawries of Dumfriesshire established themselves as prominent merchants and educators, founding some of Scotland's earliest schools. John Lawrie of Annandale gained recognition as a medieval scholar, contributing to Scottish legal traditions. The family weathered Border conflicts through diplomatic skills rather than warfare, often mediating disputes between rival clans and maintaining neutrality during England-Scotland tensions.
Where does the name Lawrie come from?
Lawrie derives from the Latin 'Laurentius' meaning 'from Laurentum' or 'crowned with laurel,' symbolizing victory and honor. The name entered Scotland through Norman influence and became established in the Border regions. Scottish Lawries adapted the name to local pronunciation, creating variants like Lowrie and Laurie. This classical surname reflects academic achievement and scholarly pursuits that became the clan's defining characteristic throughout Scottish history.
The 16th and 17th centuries saw Lawries embracing the Scottish Reformation while maintaining their educational traditions. Reverend William Lawrie became a prominent Presbyterian minister, establishing schools across southern Scotland. Clan members contributed significantly to Scotland's intellectual awakening, with several Lawries attending and later teaching at Scottish universities. During the Covenanting period, Lawries supported religious freedom while avoiding violent conflicts. The family began emigrating to Ulster and North America, carrying their educational values to new settlements. Canadian Lawries established schools in Nova Scotia, while American branches founded educational institutions in Pennsylvania and Virginia.
Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, Lawries continued their scholarly legacy across the expanding British Empire. Professor James Lawrie gained international recognition for mathematical contributions at Edinburgh University, while his cousin established educational institutions in colonial India. The clan produced numerous ministers, teachers, and university administrators who shaped educational policy across Scotland, Canada, and Australia. During the Highland Clearances, Lawries often served as emigration agents, helping displaced Highlanders settle in North America. The family's commitment to education made them valuable colonial administrators, with several Lawries serving as school inspectors and educational reformers throughout the Commonwealth.
The Lawrie tartan weaves together centuries of Scottish heritage, from Border origins to global scholarly achievements, in distinctive patterns worn with pride.
Featured Collections
Craftsmanship defined by tradition, designed for the modern era.
Quick View
Featured Item
Men's Highland Wear
From $120.00
