EARTHRISE KILT – 16oz Heavyweight Edition – Pleated to Stripe
Sale price
Price
£595.00
Regular price
£645.00
SHIPPING NOTE
Shipping for your kilt will be invoiced separately once your order is tailored, boxed, and weighed. This ensures you receive an accurate shipping quote based on the final parcel size and weight, with secure delivery via DHL.
Please note: Shipping is not calculated at checkout and will be invoiced separately prior to dispatch.
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BACK IN ORBIT - Final Kilts Now Available
The first 100 NUMBERED & CERTIFIED HEAVY-WEIGHT EARTHRISE KILTS!
Product Page Updated – 8th July 2025
After a successful run in 2023, my Earthrise Kilt — woven in 16oz heavyweight wool — is now nearing the end of availability. With only 8 kilt lengths remaining as of July 2025, this is your last opportunity to claim one of the first 100 numbered & certified Earthrise kilts.
THE LAST KILTS! ...still available to order from the 2023 kilt run!
A Tartan Inspired by the Blue Planet
Designed to commemorate the legendary Apollo 8 mission, the Earthrise tartan honours the awe-inspiring image of Earth seen from lunar orbit — captured by astronaut William Anders on 24 December 1968. The kilt’s geometry, pleating, and colours all reflect the moon’s horizon, the deep black of space, and the fragile beauty of Earth.
Each kilt is made in Scotland, tailored to your measurements, and supplied with a signed & embossed certificate of authenticity.
PRICE AND OFFER
Time Limited Offer - Reduced to £595.00 (was £645.00)
Included:
- Made-to-measure 8-yard heavyweight kilt (16oz pure new wool)
- FREE kilt flashes (cut on the bias) (worth £25
- FREE sturdy kilt hanger
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Numbered & Certified Earthrise Kilt (up to #1968)
- Optional hidden pocket upgrade (+£25)
- Optional oversized cut (+£50 surcharge)
Flashes are not sold separately — they are exclusive to kilt orders.
HOW TO ORDER
Click the ‘ADD TO CART’ button and proceed to checkout.
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After placing your order:
SEND ME A MESSAGE WITH YOUR SIZES
Include your accurate measurements after placing your order.
Or leave a note at checkout.
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Please include your full contact details, including shipping address and contact number.
Mention any special requests (pleat style, oversized, etc.)
CURRENT PRODUCTION TIME: Typically 5 to 6 weeks.
View the full measuring Guide →
KEY FEATURES
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Traditional 8-yard kilt, made in Scotland
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16oz heavyweight pure new wool
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Dynamic pleat to stripe (or sett by request)
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Triple fringed front apron (symbolising the 3 Apollo 8 astronauts)
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Tucked selvedge hem (traditional finish)
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Adjustable leather straps (5-hole standard)
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Made-to-measure sizing
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Hidden pocket available (+£25)
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Optional 8-hole straps (5" spacing) - By special request
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Supplied with signed & numbered certificate
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Ships folded & boxed (not rolled)
Complimentary Flashes – Learn More →
EARTHRISE FLY PLAIDS
Matching fly plaid available on request – either standard fringed or hand-knotted & pearled ceremonial edition.
Contact me directly for pricing and turnaround.
At a Glance :
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A Traditional 8 Yard Heavy Weight Kilt - Made from Earthrise Tartan®
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Pure New Wool
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Heavyweight at 16oz
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Dynamic pleat to the black military stripe representing the 'dark void of Outer Space' - thus the 'Earth' pivots rise in the pleats.
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Branded by The Tartan Artisan®
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Kilt made in Scotland
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Supplied with a signed & embossed numbered certificate, plus the full rationale within the weave
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Triple fringed - representing the three Apollo 8 astronauts
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Tucked selvedge finish - on the drop
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Adjustable Leather Straps (5 holes - half inch apart - as standard)
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Sizing - Bespoke & made to measure
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Shipped folded and boxed (and not rolled as seen in the product images)
FLASHES INCLUDED FREE ...with this kilt deal (worth £25.00).
Matching Flashes – Cut on the Bias →
SHIPPING
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Shipped via DHL (tracked, insured)
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Shipping cost calculated post-tailoring
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You will be invoiced separately once your shipment is ready
Estimated Shipping Costs:
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UK: £25+ (depending on parcel size and insurance)
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International: £50 to £60+ (based on size and weight, destination, and value insured)
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Customers are responsible for any local import fees and duties
EARTHRISE TARTAN
THE RATIONALE
Registered at the Scottish Register of Tartans:
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Reference:
No. #10983
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Designer:
Sim, Steven Patrick
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Tartan date:
24/12/2013
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Registration date:
31 January 2014
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Category:
Commemorative
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Registration notes:
The tartan commemorates the 45th anniversary of the world-famous Apollo 8 ‘Earthrise’ photograph, taken from lunar orbit by astronaut William Anders on 24th December 1968.
The photograph was captured only with a collaborative effort by all three Nasa crew members.
The tartan celebrates the colour image which was declared by wilderness photographer Gallen Rowell as "the most influential environmental photograph ever taken".
The geometry in the tartan depicts the Earth rising above the Moon's horizon.
Numbers in the threads have numerical significance; 10 dark blue threads are a reminder of the reading of Genesis 1 verses 1-10, which was read out aloud and beamed back to Earth as part of a Christmas Eve message; 68 black threads represent the year 1968. The 3 black stripes pay tribute to the crew: Commander Frank Borman, Command Module Pilot James Lovell and Lunar Module Pilot William Anders.
The tartan's 6 colours and thread count of 147 threads recognise the mission length of 6 days, or 147 hours. Colours: the colours represent the Earth, Space and the Moon.
View the full story in the weave →
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SUPPLIED PLEAT TO STRIPE :
PLEAT TO THE 'DARK VOID OF OUTER SPACE'
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My personal recommendation, and favourite pleat for the Earthrise kilt is pleated to a military stripe, specifically the black (representing the dark void of 'Outer Space'). This results in what I feel is an amazing (and quite unexpected) special effect, as the 'EARTH' pivot becomes hidden in the pleats.
The Earth thus 'RISES' (and 'SETS') in the pleats as the kilt is in motion, when being worn. Note: photo galleries - and wee epic video - show this pleat option.
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This is my preference and standard kilt offering, however you can choose pleat to SETT if preferred. If so, please make your request clear in your follow up message.
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Hidden pocket option available, for an additional £25
Add that to your order here →
- Optional 8 hole kilt straps available (with a 5” spread). Please request along with your sizes
YOUR MEASUREMENTS (Required After Ordering)
To tailor your kilt perfectly, 3 sizes are required. Please refer carefully to the MEASURING GUIDE for full instructions.
- KILT WAIST – at your natural waist (around navel)
- SEAT – widest part of your hips
- LENGTH – from waist to middle of knee (while kneeling)
| Height | Recommended Kilt Length |
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| 5'6"–5'7" | 22"–22.5" |
| 5'8"–5'9" | 23"–23.5" |
| 5'10"–5'11" | 24"–24.5" |
| 6'–6'2" | 24.5"–25.5" |
| 6'3"–6'4" | 26"–26.5" |
| 6'5"–6'7" | 27"–27.5" |
IMPORTANT - Please ensure sizes supplied are correct and accurate - as custom made kilt orders - to supplied sizes - cannot be returned unless there is a defect in the garment, or an adjustment is being requested.
✅ Tip: Always have someone else assist when measuring.
OVERSIZED OPTION
If your waist is above 44 inches, your kilt may require additional cloth.
£50 surcharge applies to oversized Earthrise kilts.
Choose your preferred sizing option at checkout:
- Up to 48" Waist
- 48"+ Waist (Oversized +£50)
Do I Need a Large-Size Kilt? →
PLEASE REFER TO MY FULL MEASURING GUIDE - HERE →
Official Earthrise Tartan Registration →
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OFFICIAL PROVENANCE
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Designed by Steven Patrick Sim – The Tartan Artisan®
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Registered at the Scottish Register of Tartans (#10983)
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UK Registered Design No. 5003477
⚠️ Beware of Imitations
Only kilts sold through this official store are authentic Earthrise Kilts, tailored in Scotland using the registered design. Counterfeit versions have surfaced online — often incorrectly woven, and lacking certification. Each genuine Earthrise Kilt is individually numbered and supplied with a signed and embossed certificate of authenticity. Accept no imitations.
Thank you for supporting my work to bring Scotland’s stories to life through tartan.
Warmest regards,
Stevie – The Tartan Artisan®, SCOTLAND
