Discover Johnstons of Elgin

Our Story

Our rich history, coupled with our unrivalled passion for innovation, gives us a lot to talk about. Explore Our Story to learn more about our unique Scottish heritage, superb craftsmanship, and the inspiration behind our luxurious collections.

25 Jun 2024

Made with Love - Baby's 1st Cashmere

We lavish everything we make with love and a gentle touch - no matter how small. Our dedicated team of three talented artisans apply this principle in our 'mill within the mill' - the Hand Knit department at our Elgin site. We design, knit, finish and hand label each piece in one location, and there's heart in every stitch.

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01 Jun 2024

Our Little Travel Luxuries

Discover our little travel luxuries, from travel wraps and throws to de-pilling combs and eye masks, everything you need to travel luxuriously.

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13 May 2024

Announcing our Royal Warrant

We are incredibly proud to announce that we have been granted A Royal Warrant of Appointment for Manufacturing Estate Tweeds, Knitwear and Woven Accessories. This fantastic achievement acknowledges our focus on a diverse range of criteria, including sustainability and the environment.

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20 Dec 2023

Celebrating Robert Burns

It's almost that time of year again when haggis, whisky and poetry take centre stage to celebrate the life and works of Scotland's national bard. Ahead of January’s festivities, we are delighted to introduce our Burns Scarf.

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07 Sept 2023

The Limited Edition Crofter’s Blanket

Introducing our Limited Edition Crofter’s Blanket, celebrating locally sourced wool and the preservation of hand skills. This unique design was completed at our dedicated sewing facility, Makers Croft, using repurposed century-old Singer sewing machines originally crafted in Scotland.

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01 Aug 2023

What is a Digital ID?

In our Autumn Winter ‘24 collection, an increased number of our products will carry a Digital ID, a 'virtual passport' that holds the details of a product's journey from fibre to finished item.

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23 Jun 2023

Wild Swimming on the Scottish Coast

We shot our shoreline-inspired summer collection on the Hopeman coast, less than ten miles from our Elgin mill. The beach at the 200-year-old village is a seasonal playground for surfers, paddleboarders and wild swimmers brave enough to embrace the chilly waters.

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23 May 2023

Why a Lightweight Scarf is your Year-Round Staple

Cashmere and Merino Wool have natural temperature-regulating properties, so they're the ideal year-round fabrics.

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19 Apr 2023

Layers of Luxury

Our Cashmere, Merino Wool and Lambswool Throws and Blankets are among the most versatile home accessories, perfect for adding warmth and texture.

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