Westen

Choose a standalone waistcoat to add another layer to your Highland outfit. Browse tartan, tweed and plain styles, comparing the colour and surface detail with the kilt or trousers you plan to wear. A waistcoat can also become the focus of a shirt-led outfit when your occasion suits that approach.

Think about how the patterns work together. A plain waistcoat can give a tartan kilt room to stand out, while a patterned waistcoat adds detail to the upper half of the outfit. If you plan to wear it beneath a jacket, compare the two garments as a pair rather than relying on a similar colour name.

Review the individual product for its stated fabric, fit and measurement requirements. Check what the listing includes and whether other photographed garments are offered separately. Follow the product's sizing guidance and consider the shirt or jacket you intend to wear with it when choosing your size.