OUR STORY

Inside Our Atelier

There is a particular stillness inside our atelier. It is the kind of quiet that comes from focus, from hands working with purpose, from cloth being shaped slowly and precisely....

Woven for Life: Blankets & Throws from Johnston...

  Crafted in the Scottish Highlands using the world’s finest natural fibres, our blankets and throws bring natural warmth and style. From pure Cashmere to Merino and Lambswool, each piece brings warmth to quiet moments - on...

Oliver Spendley | Sculptor

As we prepared to open doors to our new Burlington Arcade Boutique earlier this month, we sought out the skillset of local Scottish craftspeople to help make the ‘House’ a...

How to Care for your Fine Fibres

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...

Richard Gaston

We feel drawn to individuals and brands that share our core values and are moved to champion them and recognise their success. This season, we begin a journey of collaboration...

Keith Coghill

Sometimes, the perfect partner is closer to home than you might expect. We called upon the exceptional talent of Scottish artisan Keith Coghill to build a unique, welcoming space at...

Travel Well - Scottish Cashmere Essentials for ...

The best travel companions are the ones that work quietly in the background — soft layers that regulate temperature, accessories that bring comfort to long hours in the air, and...

International Tweed Day 2025

Our relationship with the royal family dates back to 1853, when Prince Albert commissioned us to weave the first Balmoral tweed for his estate in Aberdeenshire. Reflecting the rich texture...

By Appointment to His Majesty The King

We are incredibly proud to announce that in 2024 we were granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment to His Majesty The King as Manufacturers of Estate Tweeds, Knitwear, and Woven...

The Highgrove Heritage Collection

Introducing three new additions to our Highgrove Heritage Collection, a collaboration between Johnstons of Elgin and Highgrove, the private residence and gardens of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen...

Creating A Buzz

Nestled among the trees and flowers at our Elgin mill grounds, another centre of activity hums with life. Beyond the whirr of our weaving looms is the gentle buzz of...

We are proudly B Corp Certified

In May, we celebrate two years as a Certified B Corporation. In 2023, following stringent assessment, we joined a community of businesses working to build a more inclusive and sustainable...

King's Award for Enterprise

We are delighted to announce that Johnstons of Elgin have been granted The King’s Award for Enterprise: International Trade 2024. Instituted by Royal Warrant in 1965, The King's Award for...

Spring Refresh

The chunky knits that kept you warm through the colder months deserve a summer siesta. While lightweight cashmere pieces will see you through all seasons, this is the ideal time...

Friends of Johnstons | Yuthanan

Introducing Yuthanan, owner of Tokyo-based fashion brand Sillage; a brand born to defy conventional silhouettes in favour of crafting cool, distinctive and often oversized wardrobe staples. Drawing inspiration from music,...

Cashmere Circle X Johnstons of Elgin

REVIVE, REPAIR & RECYCLING SERVICE REQUEST REPAIR SERVICE Our Cashmere pieces are designed to last a lifetime, but with delicate fibres, some wear and tear is inevitable. Damaging your favourite...

Coming Home

Innovation, fine craftsmanship and sustainability. Words to live by for our business and key focuses for luxury fashion brands in today's world. Our association with these core values goes back...

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...

What Makes our Cashmere Special?

The unrivalled warmth and softness of Cashmere ensure its enduring reputation around the world, with scarves, jumpers, and blankets in high demand. But with high street retailers marketing this coveted...

Caring for Cashmere: Washing & Storage Guide

Cashmere is naturally soft, breathable and long-lasting. With considered care, it will retain its handle and shape for many years. The following guidance reflects the methods used in our Scottish...

Modern Heritage

'Modern Heritage' is a term often used to describe the balance between history and innovation that exists within our business. However, what does it mean to the families behind Johnstons...

The Campaign for Wool

A luxurious blend of wool fibres, from four of the leading wool-growing countries associated with The Campaign for Wool, was created exclusively for this project. The scarf comes in three...

The Evolution of Tweed

Some styles come and go over time, revived and reimagined after periods of semi-retirement. Tweed, on the other hand, has never so much as taken a holiday, instead transitioning from...

Supporting NHS Charities Together

The vibrant spectrum of the rainbow inspired the optimistic ombré design of our Limited Edition Rainbow Scarf. This mood-boosting accessory is made with the softest Cashmere fibres, and for every...

The Twinset

Our guest Stylist and Creative Director Jo Hambro is no stranger to the icons of our time, from stars of film and music to those of fashion and photography. To...

What is a Digital ID?

An increased number of our products now carry a Digital ID, a 'virtual passport' that holds the details of a product's journey from raw materials to finished item. In 2021,...