Sherlock Christmas
Supersleuth tartan solves the mystery of the difficult-to-buy Christmas gift
Fans of classic detective fiction will be thrilled with a Christmas gift made from the Sherlock Holmes tartan.
Sherlock Holmes is the only literary character to have had a tartan approved by the Scottish Register of Tartans. And although Holmes the detective is associated with his deerstalker hat and Inverness cape (both available), the Sherlock Holmes tartan team has created a range of fashionable accessories that will appeal to men and women.
Rather than a study in scarlet, the Sherlock Holmes tartan is predominately green and blue – reflecting his creator Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Irish and Scottish heritage – highlighted by a lighter blue line to represent the Reichenbach Falls and a yellow line to represent the deductive clarity of Sherlock.
It was designed by Tania Henzell, a great-great step granddaughter of the author, who worked with weavers at the House of Edgar to finalise the design and have it registered.
Tania has recently introduced a kilt to the full collection, for those Sherlockians who also want to celebrate Scotland. Like all good kilts its multiple pleats will add swing to any celebratory activity and can be accessorised with matching cummerbund or waistcoat.
Other highlights of the 2019 collection include:
The Menswear Collection: the deerstalker, tie and scarf (also available separately). All made from 100% wool and the scarf is brushed lambswool making it both soft and warm to wear. (£160)
Hipflask: Tartan and leather-trimmed, the flask holds 6oz (of the best single malt whisky), measuring 4" x 4.25" (10cm x 11cm). (£45)
The Bonnie Bag: This practical bag has alternate tweed and tartan panels with a leather strap running through brass eyelets. The bag has a rectangular bottom with a circumference of 34” (86.5cm) when fully open, and 10” (25cm) in depth. The bag is lined with black quilted lining with a larger inner pocket, a magnetic clasp fitted on the top edge of the bag to keep it securely closed. (£66)
Tania says: “With a background in fashion design I’m thrilled to be able to use my knowledge to create this unique family tartan. We’ve created a growing range of high quality items that not only look good but hold a connection to arguably the greatest literary sleuth. Sherlock Holmes is still reaching new audiences as he continues to be celebrated in new cinema and television productions.”
Sherlock Holmes tartan products are perfect for sleuthing on the moors, uncovering grisly deeds in stately homes or whiling away an evening in a Baker Street apartment. It is easy to deduce that they also make excellent gifts.
The full Sherlock Holmes tartan range can be viewed and purchased here: https://www.sherlockholmestartan.com/