Our Story
For over two centuries, Pringle of Scotland has been the heart of British luxury knitwear. Founded in 1815 in the Scottish Borders town of Hawick, our brand pioneered the evolution of knitwear fashion, creating designs that have graced everyone from British royalty to Hollywood icons.
Pringle introduced the world to the argyle sweater and the classic twinset, pieces that defined generations of effortless style and remain timeless symbols of elegance today.
Every Pringle creation carries the spirit of innovation that shaped our legacy — from the world’s first knitwear collections to contemporary designs crafted with the same precision and care.
As one of the world’s oldest heritage fashion brands, we continue to celebrate the artistry of craftsmanship, producing luxurious knitwear that’s soft, modern, and made to last.
Discover the story of true knitwear royalty — Pringle of Scotland.
Iconic Argyle
Since the 1930s, Pringle of Scotland has shared an enduring love affair with the Argyle pattern — a design born in our hometown of Hawick by simply turning a knitting machine 90 degrees to create something extraordinary.
Adopted by the Duke of Windsor and soon seen across Scotland’s golf courses, Argyle became the symbol of refined sport and British charm.
Through the decades, its colourful diamonds leapt from the fairways to the fashion runways, from 1980s terrace style to Hollywood wardrobes. It became more than knitwear — it became an attitude: bold, defiant, and unmistakably Pringle.
Today, we continue to reinvent this icon for a new generation — vintage heritage made modern, crafted with the same Scottish precision that made Argyle famous. From golf greens to city streets, the legend lives on. Argyle is not just a pattern — it’s a symbol of style.