Blue Herringbone Kilt Flashes (Pair)

Complete the finishing details of traditional Highland dress with our Blue Herringbone Kilt Flashes — a pair of garter ties designed to sit at the turn-down of kilt hose, adding a sharp pop of colour and authentic detail to the lower half of a full kilt outfit. Though small in size, flashes are an essential finishing touch, visible just below the knee and instrumental in pulling together a coordinated, polished Highland look.

Each flash consists of a white elastic garter strap, fastened with a secure metal buckle and hook closure, from which two herringbone-woven fabric tails hang down. The tails are cut in the traditional V-notched tip, a shape rooted in classic Highland dress-making, and are woven in a rich royal blue herringbone pattern that gives the fabric genuine depth and texture rather than a flat, printed finish.

The elastic garter band is designed to sit securely around the calf, just beneath the knee, holding the kilt hose’s folded-down cuff firmly in place throughout the day. The metal hardware is built for repeated use, allowing the flashes to be adjusted and refastened easily each time they’re worn. This is a functional accessory as much as a decorative one — without flashes, hose have a tendency to slip, and the finished look of a kilt outfit loses one of its key traditional details.

Sold as a pair, these flashes are designed to coordinate with kilt hose in complementary or contrasting tones, allowing for a considered, colour-matched look from kilt to sporran to hose. The royal blue tone is versatile enough to pair with navy, green, and grey tartans, as well as neutral-toned hose, making it a flexible addition to a Highland wardrobe rather than a single-outfit accessory.

Whether worn for a formal wedding, a Highland games appearance, a ceilidh, or everyday Highland dress, kilt flashes are one of those details that experienced kilt-wearers never skip — they’re what separates a fully finished Highland outfit from one that looks almost complete. Pair these with our tartan kilts, leather kilt belts, and sporrans to build out an authentic, head-to-toe Highland look.

A practical yet distinctive accessory, the Blue Herringbone Kilt Flashes make a thoughtful addition to any kilt outfit, whether purchased for a first full Highland dress setup or as a refresh for existing kilt hose.