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Return to shopWhen the occasion demands your very best, there is only one kilt jacket: the Prince Charlie. Named in honour of Bonnie Prince Charlie, this is the most formal jacket in the Highland dress canon. It is the jacket worn at Scottish weddings, black-tie dinners, ceilidhs, graduation balls and any event where Highland dress is at its most resplendent.
At Great Kilt, our Prince Charlie jacket collection brings together traditional tailoring and contemporary colour options to suit every wearer and every occasion. Whether you choose the timeless black, an elegant navy, or a richly coloured green, you will step out in a jacket that carries centuries of Highland prestige on its shoulders.
The Prince Charlie jacket is identifiable by its distinctive cutaway front, the jacket body stops short at the front while the back extends in a longer tail cut. This design was originally inspired by 18th century court dress and has been refined over the generations into the elegant silhouette worn today.
Key details that define an authentic Prince Charlie jacket:
The Prince Charlie is the go-to choice for any occasion where Highland dress is expected at its most formal. Scottish weddings are the most common setting. It also excels at:
Our Prince Charlie jackets are available in a range of colourways to match your chosen tartan and personal style. The traditional black is the most versatile and pairs with virtually any tartan. Coloured options allow you to bring individual character to a formal outfit while remaining completely within the spirit of Highland dress.
We recommend ordering well ahead of your occasion to allow time to check sizing and make any exchanges if needed. Our 24/7 live chat team can help you find the right fit and pair your jacket with the correct accessories.
A Prince Charlie jacket is the centrepiece of a formal Highland outfit. Complete the look with a tartan kilt, plain or tartan waistcoat, dress sporran, kilt belt, ghillie brogues and a kilt pin. Browse our full accessories range and kilt collection to build the perfect ensemble from the ground up.