Sherlock Holmes Tartan is more than just an elegant clothing brand, it’s a connection to the past and to the wondrous world of fiction. Being the step, great, great, granddaughter of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, world renowned author of the Sherlock Holmes canon, our Scottish designer has had a unique opportunity to do something special. This is the tartan tale of our Scottish designer, Tania Henzell.
Read MoreOur classic green and blue tartan design will have your loved one(s) feeling elegant and cosy. But you aren’t restricted to clothes when it comes to tartan Christmas gifts, there is truly a tartan treat for everyone. So go and sit somewhere cosy, and make a head start on your Christmas shopping with this list of 7 unique tartan gift ideas for Christmas 2023.
Read MoreSherlock Holmes inspired my original green and blue tartan print and thus, the effect his stories have had on me have quite literally changed my life. Moreover, his timeless fashion sense and iconic outfits have stood the test of time and continue to persist in popularity and inspire Sherlockians around the globe to stay looking sharp. In this blog we will take an in-depth look at the Signature looks of Sherlock Holmes.
Read MoreSir Arthur Conan Doyle was a true master of character design. Understandably, when people think of his stories they immediately think of our most beloved protagonist, Sherlock Holmes. However, a great protagonist is nothing without a nemesis. When it comes to antagonists, the world of Sherlock Holmes is a rich tapestry.
Read MoreWhether you’re ready to jump back into the adventures of Sherlock after a long break or you just aren’t sure which book to pick up next, there is something for you in this blog. Today we are looking at 3 underrated books from the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
Read MoreIt is incredible how much entertainment has come from just one fictional character. But there is more to the stories of Sherlock Holmes than just entertainment, some of his wisdom is highly transferable to real life. That’s why in this blog post I have extracted 4 valuable life lessons from the adventures of Sherlock Holmes.
Read MoreSir Arthur Conan Doyle’s story and his journey to becoming an accomplished author is inspiring to say the least. His success was the result of ruthless persistence, despite facing failure. Obviously no one will ever be able to get Sir Arthur’s explanation for what motivated him to become such a great writer. However, like many great individuals, it does not seem like Sir Arthur initially intended to become one of the greatest of all time at his craft.
Read MoreOur Scottish designer Tania represented Sherlock Holmes Tartan at the 90th annual gathering of the Baker Street Irregulars, the oldest literary society in the world dedicated to Sherlock Holmes. This event sees hundreds of Sherlockians from all across the globe coming together to celebrate the official birthday of Sherlock Holmes on 6th January (supposedly).
Read MoreToday I’m encouraging you to shop local with the ultimate Aberdeen city and shire Christmas gift guide for 2022. Featuring my top 5 local businesses where you can find the perfect locally bought Christmas gift.
Read MoreThere truly is a tartan gift for everyone and you can find some lovely gifts without breaking the bank. But there are also some lavish and luxurious tartan products out there if you feel like splashing out this year. Either way this tartan gift guide for Christmas 2022 should give you some inspiration.
Read MoreIf you want a safe gift option for a Scottish family member living abroad, get them something Scottish to remind them of home and of you and your family! These are my top 7 Scottish Christmas gift ideas to send family members living abroad.
Read MoreTartan truly is a timeless print and you can stay on trend, in autumn 2022 and beyond, by adding a touch of tartan to your wardrobe.
Read MoreWord is spreading beyond 221B Baker Street and we were thrilled to be invited to attend the Dressed to Kilt Charity Fashion event as a Contributing Designer on 23rd July 2022. With the summer season a busy time at the Sherlock Holmes Tartan HQ in Aberdeenshire, it was over to my son Harry to represent the Sir Arthur Conan Doyle lineage at the event.
Read MoreThe 2022 New York City Tartan Parade
After a year of virtual celebrations in 2021 due to the pandemic, New York City’s Tartan Week was back with a bang in 2022. With no sign of Moriarty, my son Harry and I took Sherlock Holmes Tartan to the big apple and had an amazing time!
Read MoreWith Father’s Day nearing closer, we’ve decided to share some thoughtful gift ideas for all the great dads and father figures out there. The days of average gifts are over and we know that so many dads deserve a gift that will really put a smile on their face, last a lifetime and add some character to their outfits.
Whether your dad is an avid Sherlockian or a lover of all things Tartan, we think one of our gift items would make a fantastic treat this Father’s Day. To give you some ideas, we have gathered some of our favourite gifts which are sure to go down a treat.
Read MoreThe Conan Doyle Estate is formed from the family of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the famous author behind Sherlock Holmes. Alongside the family, a global network of experts and institutions provides specialist knowledge of Doyle’s life, adventures as well as many fictional characters. Today we take a look behind the scenes and catch up with Richard Pooley, who runs the estate.
Read MoreWhether your mum is an avid Sherlock fan or a lover of tartan and tweed, we think one of our Sherlock Holmes Tartan gifts would make a fantastic treat for Mother’s Day. To give you some ideas, we have gathered some of our favourite gifts which are sure to put a smile on your loved one’s face.
Read MoreIn addition to her wealth of design experience from previous roles, managing director Tania Henzell’s family ties put her in a unique position, which allowed for the brand to be formed.
Today we take a look behind the scenes and find out more about the story of how the iconic brand was created.
Read MoreOur latest quiz is sure to test your knowledge of our great friend Sherlock Holmes.
Score 100% to be in with the chance of winning our Sherlock Gift Hamper - including a Sherlock Holmes themed Cluedo board game.
Read MoreAlthough we adore Sherlock’s witty sense of humour and mysterious ways, it seems that the ladies of his time weren’t quite so enamored with his unique personality.
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