Friends,

I am currently prospecting the idea of getting a new kilt, in actuality I am trying to convince the misses that I "need" (her quotations) a new kilt.

That being said, I have thought long and hard about getting one in the US Army Tartan. I currently have not served, my grandfather and his brothers all served in the army or navy and I would wear it to respect them, as well as all of our veterans. But, also, (with the miss' permission again) I am planning on enlisting as a Chaplains Assistant when I am done with school.

My question is...would it be disrespectful to purchase the kilt now, whereas I am not currently or have served in the army? I personally don't believe that there needs to be a connection to wear a tartan, just if you like it. As well though, in speaking of the specific tartans of the branches of the military, I would not want to afront them due to my high regard and respect for the service these men and women are doing for our country.

Any thoughts and ideas would be greatly appreciatted.

Jason