Quote Originally Posted by Peter C. View Post
Black Watch and Hunting Stewart are free or universal tartans. Royal Stewart was not but has been allowed to slip into the free zone. Black Stewart and Green Stewart are fashion tartans and as such can be worn by anyone.

Of course any tartan can be worn by anyone, so if there is a tartan you like, wear it with pride and enjoy.

Peter
It should be noted, however, that the designation "universal" when referring to the Government Sett (Black Watch), really refers to its use by the Scottish regiments. The Government Sett has become a de facto free tartan much in the same way as the Royal Stewart has.

And yes, the Government Sett is also used by several clans as well.

Regards,

Todd