Basso

**Basso** · 15th April 10, 04:06 PM

Hi,
This is my first post and I must say that I think X Marks the Scot is is an
extremely informative and interesting site.
I am contemplating purchasing a Princess Mary tartan kilt and am after advice and members opinions of this tartan. Also, can I legally wear this tartan?
It has the same pattern as the Stewart Royal tartan but is green instead of red. I have Scottish, Irish and Welsh ancestry.
Thanks,
Basso

**Ryan Ross** · 15th April 10, 04:20 PM

It's a fine looking tartan, and so far as I know, unrestricted... very few tartans have any legal restrictions attached to them, and if they do, it's usually just who has the right to weave them; the Tartan Police don't exist.

So I'd say to go ahead and pull the trigger on that kilt!

...and Welcome to XMarks from Atlanta, GA!

**BoldHighlander** · 15th April 10, 04:32 PM

...from the far nw corner of Washington state!

**xman** · 15th April 10, 04:53 PM

That's a nice sett. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.

X

**M. A. C. Newsome** · 15th April 10, 05:13 PM

According to the STA notes when this tartan was first woven in the 1930s it was called "Green Stuart" but quickly took on the name Princess Mary. It was popular at the time to name new tartan designs after members of the Royal Family.

I wouldn't consider this a "Royal Tartan" in the same vein as Balmoral, however. If you wanted to wear it, there should not be a problem. If you feel a little odd calling it "Princess Mary" you can always call is "Green Stuart" instead. :-)

**Nighthawk** · 15th April 10, 06:24 PM

Originally Posted by M. A. C. Newsome

According to the STA notes when this tartan was first woven in the 1930s it was called "Green Stuart" but quickly took on the name Princess Mary. It was popular at the time to name new tartan designs after members of the Royal Family.

I wouldn't consider this a "Royal Tartan" in the same vein as Balmoral, however. If you wanted to wear it, there should not be a problem. If you feel a little odd calling it "Princess Mary" you can always call is "Green Stuart" instead. :-)

First off,

Second... Listen to Matt. He's got nothing but good and accurate advice to give.

**Basso** · 15th April 10, 08:33 PM

Thanks for the advice re-my queries regarding the Princess Mary tartan.
I did wonder how my Aussie ocker mates would react to me telling them that my kilt is Princess Mary tartan.
What a great idea to call it "The Green Stuart", problem solved.
Thank-you all for your contribution.
My next chore is to do research into what weight kilt, etc. and where and who to purchase it from.
Regards
Basso

**Downunder Kilt** · 15th April 10, 08:38 PM

Welcome Basso and it's good to see another Aussie on the site. If you need info re kilt purchases, just post your needs and you will receive very informative advice from the learned members of XMTS