Johnstons of Elgin Virgin Wool Poncho, Olive/Grey

Johnstons of Elgin

Founded in 1797 by Alexander Johnston, the company began its journey in Elgin, a Scottish town on the banks of the River Lossie, with the construction of a mill. Since its inception, the company has earned an excellent reputation for producing high-quality textiles. The Johnston and Harrison families have led the firm across generations. Johnstons of Elgin began producing woollen fabrics as early as 1810, and in 1851, it started weaving vicuña, cashmere, and lambswool in Scotland.The company's commitment to high quality standards and support for local craftsmanship has closely linked it with the British Royal Family. Under the reign of King Charles III, Johnstons of Elgin was appointed as the official purveyor of tweed fabrics to the royal court.The company's mills in Elgin and Hawick remain among the last vertically integrated mills in Scotland, where all processes involved in garment production are conducted internally. Johnstons of Elgin uses only the finest cashmere and Merino wool for its exclusive wool products. In April 2021, the company was awarded the Queen's Award for Enterprise for its efforts in sustainability.