This is a busy time of year for us at Glenalmond Tweed. We
have been at several shows including the Royal Highland Show,
the Scottish Game Fair and BBC Countryfile Live earlier in the season.
In August we even managed to fit in a photoshoot with our new designs
that will feature in our soon to arrive catalogue. In the meantime you can visit our website to view the new collection with fabulous new Harris Tweeds for our womens and mens clothing as well as our classic Harris Tweed handbags and luggage.
Elsewhere in the UK on the Hebrides, Lewis’s first Harris
Tweed bike ride was held in the beginning of August. The event formed part of
Stornoway-based An Laantair Arts Centre Harris Tweed Festival Day of 13
August 2016. Harris Tweed bike rides involve riders wearing
head-to-toe tweed and are held all over the world, including in England, Russia
and Japan. The Stornoway occasion offered a Tour de France-style yellow jersey
to the first rider to finish the journey.
At the end of August we journeyed up to the stunning grounds of Blair Castle,on the edge of Blair Atholl, for the Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country Fair.
Come early September it was time to hit the road for the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials which took place on 1st to the 4th. As usual the event was a thrill for competitors and spectators alike with Australian rider Christopher Burton wining the coveted Land Rover Burghely title. On the retail therapy side of things we presented our new collection which went down a storm. On our stand a lovely
collection of Harris Tweed Jackets could be found as well as the new Camilla Coat and our collection of British made Bags and Luggage.
Last weekend we attended the Goodwood Revival in Chichester, the only motor racing event to be staged
entirely in period dress. Vintage fashion enthusiasts hit the grandstands
in 40s, 50s and 60s attire and a good time was had by all.
As we move into the Autumn Winter season Harris Tweed continues to get attention in the media, 'Harris Tweed is back on the wanted list' writes Tessa Waugh in the September Issue of Country Life Magazine. Sustainability and durability are some of the unique qualities of Harris Tweed which add to its timeless appeal as a Winter wardrobe staple. We would argue that it can be worn all year round however we are based on the side of a hill in Scotland...
At HQ our Perthshire Emporium continued to attract visitors from around the world as well as a few canine friends, meet part time assistants Kiki and Snuffles.
To view our new collection please visit our website. The new catalogue will be out in October. If you would like to be sent one please email info@glenalmond.com with your name and address.
