The Rules and Exceptions Thereunto.

[Cawdorian]

My choice of tartan for my traditional kilt was determined by my family history, I chose to wear my particular tartan because it is part of the history of my mother's family, and I like this particular tartan. I could have chosen any of several other tartans of the Campbell Clan or several other clans for that matter. But I chose the Campbell of Cawdor because it represents my heritage and I like the Tartan. This tartan also represents the district of Argyll.

My thought is that you should have some connection to the tartan. It may be a family, district, national or armed forces connection. If you have a personal connection with your chosen tartan it gives you a sense of pride to wear or display the tartan.

I could very easily wear the Scottish National, the Flower of Scotland, the Bruce tartan or even the MacDonald Tartan. I like all of them and have connections to the tartans. It is a matter of personal choice which tartan you select. A good number of us are blessed with several choices.

Jim