Latest news with #HarrisTweedHebrides
The National
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The National
Island shop window pays tribute to Scottish legend ahead of HebCelt
HebCelt is gearing up for Scots pop legend Lulu as the superstar sweeps into the Outer Hebrides to perform her headline show in Stornoway tonight. Lulu-fever has gripped the island, including at the famous Harris Tweed Hebrides shop who have turned their shop window into a tribute to the fashion icon. The Lennoxtown-born sensation — who revealed this will be one of her last live shows — heads a line-up including Josie Duncan, Trail West, The Tumbling Souls, LUSA and newcomers Isla Scott and Laura Silverstone. READ MORE: I'm performing at the Fringe but fear I won't be allowed to re-enter the US Organisers predict ticket sales have already surpassed last year's total when more than 17,800 people attended. Festival Operations co-ordinator Carol Ferguson said: 'Lulu is really giving us something to shout about - the whole island is buzzing for her appearance with people queuing up for tickets all day long. She has incredible pulling power.' Scots-singer Eddi Reader, TikTok sensation NATI. Cala and Tide Lines opened the show last night. Six-piece trad band TRIP, Sara Helfrich and Lewis locals Tosh & Friends also performed, as did Madison Violet, who also played to fans at a festival fringe show in Breasclete the previous night too. Michelle Shields, artist programmer said: 'It's been an absolutely dream start for the festival already with Tide Lines showing just why they have such a legion of fans, an amazing set from the flawless Eddi Reader and wow - Nati was amazing. 'Even the weather put on its party hat bathing us in sunshine before offering a gentle wee Hebridean breeze and a late shower or two to keep fans cool on site. It's all shaping up to be one of the best and most successful festivals yet and Lulu will be sensational." Friday's line up looks to be dominated with love for Lulu as the Shout star prepares to make her swansong appearance in the Hebrides as part of her farewell tour. Astro Bloc, Mountain Music star Nina Nesbitt and Skerryvore will conclude the celebrations on Saturday night.
USA Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
FootJoy x Harris Tweed shoes debut ahead of 153rd British Open at Royal Portrush
FootJoy unveils Harris Tweed limited-edition shoes for the 153rd British Open, blending heritage with performance. FootJoy is back with another sharp, limited-edition release timed perfectly for the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush. The brand's latest collaboration with Harris Tweed Hebrides introduces two new versions of the Premiere Series Packard and Field models ($265 each), featuring authentic Harris Tweed wool in a distinctive plaid pattern that reflects the culture and tradition of Northern Ireland's Antrim coast. The partnership between FootJoy and Harris Tweed is in its fifth year, and for this edition, the design draws inspiration from Royal Portrush and its surrounding landscape. The shoes incorporate a balanced mix of deep blue and muted shades, with a burgundy windowpane accent woven into the fabric for a pop of color. The result is a classic yet bold look that stands apart from anything else you'll see on the tee box or in the clubhouse. Harris Tweed is a name synonymous with craftsmanship and authenticity, and the wool used in these shoes adheres to the strict standards set by the Harris Tweed Act — ensuring the fabric is handwoven in Scotland's Outer Hebrides using traditional methods. FootJoy pairs that storied textile with premium full-grain leather and its VersaTrax+ technology, giving golfers both aesthetic appeal and serious traction across all playing conditions. Each pair of shoes in this limited run comes with a custom shoe bag made from the same Harris Tweed material featured on the uppers. It's a refined touch that complements the premium nature of the product. This release also serves as the final installment of FootJoy's 2025 Legend Series, a collection of specialty footwear drops commemorating iconic moments and venues in golf. Fans won't have to wait long — the FootJoy x Harris Tweed Packard and Field shoes are available starting July 15 on and at select retailers. With FootJoy tour ambassadors like Adam Scott, Matt Wallace, and Cameron Young expected to lace them up at Royal Portrush, these shoes won't just be conversation pieces — they'll be part of the championship story.
STV News
08-07-2025
- Business
- STV News
Nike and Harris Tweed unite for limited-edition Dunk Low trainers
Nike has reunited with a Harris Tweed producer to release a trainer with a distinctly Scottish twist, two decades after a landmark order helped revive the Hebridean textile industry. Harris Tweed Hebrides has announced a global collaboration with the sportswear giant on a limited-edition version of their iconic Dunk Lows. Three different patterns – black and white houndstooth, earthy brown, and pink blush – were woven by home-based weavers on the rugged moorland coast of Lewis and finished at the Shawbost Mill. STV News obtained an exclusive preview of the iconic sports shoe as the first pairs were unwrapped in Scotland following a transatlantic delivery. Nike x Harris Tweed Hebrides Nike x Harris Tweed Hebrides Dunk Low Nike x Harris Tweed Hebrides Margaret Ann Macleod, CEO of Harris Tweed Hebrides, says the partnership brings together contemporary design and traditional craftsmanship, rooted firmly in the culture and heritage of the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. 'This collection highlights how our island's most famous export Harris Tweed continues to deliver the modernity and the sustainability credentials to attract global design-led businesses, like Nike,' she said. The 18-month development project with Nike is a significant milestone for Harris Tweed Hebrides. The mill employs over 70 people and supports over 100 home weavers, making it a major economic contributor in the Outer Hebrides. Nike x Harris Tweed Hebrides The trainers display the official Harris Tweed Orb label, a mark of authenticity and provenance. Nike x Harris Tweed Hebrides The company also collaborates with high-profile fashion houses like Dior, emphasising the premium quality and authenticity of Harris Tweed. The Nike Dunk Low Harris Tweed collection will be available worldwide later in 2025 via the Nike website and selected retail partners. Each pair will retail for $135 – around £100. The trainers display the official Harris Tweed Orb label, a mark of authenticity and provenance. Harris Tweed Hebrides is widely credited with the revitalisation of the Harris Tweed industry, which remains a vital component of the local economy of the Outer Hebrides. When the industry was at its lowest ebb, the firm re-opened a derelict mill in the rural village of Shawbost on the west side of Lewis and built a global business. Mrs Macleod highlighted the historical connection with Nike, dating back 20 years, and the company's focus on looking forward while maintaining its heritage. 'We have built on the values of the original project, reflecting on Derick's stewardship at the Shawbost Mill at that time, to Donald John's remarkable response to Nike's call back in the early 2000's, this new trainer collaboration reflects an enduring partnership and an island legacy,' Mrs Macleod said. 'Welcoming Nike back to the Shawbost Mill on the Outer Hebrides of Scotland after 20 years has been a proud moment for our local community.' The Nike Dunk Low Harris Tweed collection will be available worldwide later in 2025 via the Nike website and selected retail partners. The collaboration pays tribute to a defining moment in the modern story of Harris Tweed when in 2004, homeweaver Donald John Mackay received a landmark order from Nike for 10,000 metres of cloth. Recognising the scale of the opportunity, Donald John turned to Derick Murray, then owner of Shawbost Mill. Together, they rallied a network of over 50 island weavers to meet the demand — an effort now seen as one of the turning points in the revitalisation of the Hebridean textile industry. STV News is now on WhatsApp Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News
Glasgow Times
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow fashion show to showcase Harris Tweed designs
Harris Tweed Hebrides has donated 100 metres of Harris Tweed® cloth to Glasgow Caledonian University's annual Fashion Showcase on June 10. Students used the donation to develop outfits and accessories for a Nike X Harris Tweed capsule collection. (Image: Supplied) (Image: Supplied) Budding designers also worked on a project with MacGregor & MacDuff to transform tartan fabrics into more modern designs. The fashion showcase provides an opportunity for students to model their creations in front of the public. It is set to feature more than 75 student designs, with free tickets for the afternoon and evening catwalks available via Eventbrite.
