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Team Scotland unveils dazzling new tartan for Glasgow 2026
6 Apr
Summary
- Team Scotland's new tartan features navy blue with purple, pink, green, and gold.
- Designer Siobhan Mackenzie created the tartan, inspired by the Team Scotland thistle.
- Glasgow 2026 Games will host over 3,000 athletes from 74 nations from July 23 to Aug 2.
Team Scotland has officially unveiled its distinctive tartan for the upcoming Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. The striking design features a deep navy blue foundation, interwoven with shades of purple, pink, green, and metallic gold thread. This unique color palette aims to represent Scotland's ambitions for the event.
The tartan was created by award-winning designer Siobhan Mackenzie, who has a history with the Commonwealth Games, having worked on tailoring and designing outfits for previous editions. Her inspiration for this new design included the iconic Team Scotland thistle, blending tradition with a forward-looking aesthetic.
Mackenzie emphasized her desire to create a design that respects tradition while advancing it, incorporating bold colors and metallic gold to reflect the determination of the athletes. The tartan has been meticulously crafted in Scotland, utilizing local textiles and manufacturers, highlighting Scottish craftsmanship.
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games are set to run from July 23 to August 2. The event will welcome over 3,000 athletes representing 74 nations and territories, competing across 10 sports and six Para sports. Glasgow stepped in to host the games after Victoria, Australia, withdrew.
