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.

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 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

Celebrating Hanami

Hanami is a traditional Japanese custom celebrating Sakuras’ brief bloom period each year. This practice has been part of Japanese culture for over a thousand years and typically occurs between March and April.

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23 Mar 2023

What Makes our Cashmere Special?

What determines the cost of Johnstons of Elgin’s Cashmere products? From raw fibre to finished piece, we treat our Cashmere with the greatest of care. Read on discover what makes our Cashmere so special.

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13 Mar 2023

10 ways our tactile Merino Wool fibres make life better through the power of touch

Touch is the most diverse of all the senses. With no specific trigger point on the body, every part of us utilises touch for connection, communication, and even survival.

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07 Dec 2022

How To Care for your Cashmere & Fine Fibres

We take care in the production of our iconic cashmere knitwear, to give our customers beautiful, luxury products that can last for more than a lifetime. With a little bit of love and care, you can enhance the life span of your Johnstons of Elgin cashmere, and it's easier than you might think.

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07 Dec 2022

How to care for Merino Wool

How you treat Merino Wool once it reaches your wardrobe will impact its longevity. So how should you care for knitted and woven Merino Wool Products? And how often should Merino Wool be laundered?

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07 Dec 2022

How to care for Lambswool

We are gentle with our Lambswool fibres, from raw fibre to finished product, to help retain its softness and enhance its lifespan. However, how you treat Lambswool once it reaches your wardrobe will also impact its longevity. So how should you care for knitted and woven Lambswool Products? And how often should Lambswool be laundered?

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