They were once the must-have accessory for little old ladies braving the dreich Scottish weather.

But the rain bonnet looks set to make a fashionable comeback thanks to Scots fashion designer Christopher Kane.

The plastic headpieces were featured throughout his Autumn/Winter 2016 collection at London Fashion Week – prompting questions over where Mr Kane got his inspiration.

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The catwalk show (above) by the designer, originally from Newarthill, North Lanarkshire, is widely recognised as the jewel in the crown of London Fashion Week, but fashionistas were left perplexed by the plastic headscarves, with one fashion magazine describing them as "bonkers".

Kane's designs were paraded in front of scaffolding designed by leading artist Abraham Cruzvillegas at the Tate Modern, with VIP guests including Samantha Cameron.

Scotland was also celebrated elsewhere in the capital as Harris Tweed was recognised at a special event in Whitehall to mark its sustained global production growth over the past seven years.

Once simply a practical, hard-wearing choice for Scottish farmers with no thought of fashion, the luxury fabric now has a host of famous fans including Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow and musician Tinie Tempah.

Hosted by the Harris Tweed Authority and Secretary of State for Scotland David Mundell, the VIP event showcased outfits from UK designers such as Nigel Cabourn, Art Comes First and Walker Slater as well as two ensembles straight from Margaret Howell’s London Fashion Week collection.

Harris Tweed Authority chairman Norman L Macdonald said: "We are so proud to see the cloth which is hand-woven at the homes of just 175 weavers on the islands of Lewis and Harris transformed in to stunning collections which are shown on catwalks of the world’s fashion capitals.

"We are grateful to have such support and loyalty from designers and fashion houses on our doorstep as well as our international clients.

"To celebrate in the UK capital at the start of London Fashion Week is a perfect way to mark our continued growth and the craftsmanship that still remains true to honouring the unique production methods of Harris Tweed."

The Harris Tweed industry is now estimated to worth almost £11 million and plays a significant role in employment on the Hebridean islands, as well as contributing to both the Scottish and UK economies.

Mr Mundell said: "I am delighted to host the Harris Tweed fashion show at the Scotland Office.

"Harris Tweed is a beautiful product – close to its heritage and geographic roots, yet setting trends right across the world.

"I am very pleased that the Scotland Office is playing a part in promoting this iconic Scottish product to the world."

So, rain bonnets and Harris Tweed at London Fashion Week - who knew your granny would become so fashionable?