Scottish tartan clans and heritage throughout Scotland from Scotland On Line ...

Home Site Map Frequently Asked Questions Bibliography The Plaid The earliest record of the Plaid, or kilt, is about 1560. It was probably worn before this but there are no records of it. At one time it was argued that the C14 - C15 tombstones showing highland knights were plaids but it is now thought that they are wearing padded armour with vertical seams giving the appearance of pleats. The ...