March 16, 2023

Cheddar Gorgeous in a suit designed by Liquorice Black

Tartan barmy

Both adored and derided, tartan appears everywhere, from kitsch souvenirs to haute couture. As V&A Dundee prepares to showcase it in a large scale exhibition, Susan Mansfield looks at its enduring appeal to artists and designers.

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