At one time a tartan was a tartan was a tartan. If someone like a Clan Chief liked it, it became something official. However, since the mid-20th century the trend has grown rapidly to ascribe special coded meanings into a new tartan design. In fact, today it is largely expected. How should you let this guide your own design process if you decide to create a new tartan? . . . #usakilts #kilt #kilts #tartan #history #highlandwear | USA Kilts