Great thread everyone!

I'm of the camp that doesn't usually stray from associated tartans. It never really crossed my mind to wear a different one than my chosen MacDonald of the Isles Hunting, just as displaying a different family coat of arms in my home hasn't. But, I see nothing wrong with wearing a different tartan, as many others in the thread have agreed.

I also agree with McClef, as if it were a big issue, it would come up in some official channels and not just amongst the kilted rabble. At the very least it might appear in the FAQ section of some Clan websites. I think intent and respect win the day in all cases of wearing a tartan not your own.