The present Duke of Argyll (the Clan Chief) recognizes the same Campbell tartans as his father. They are the Ancient Campbell, Campbell of Cawdor, Campbell of Breadalbane and Campbell of Loudon, these are the only four Campbell tartans recognized by the Clan Chief. The Campbell of Argyll tartan and several others are not recognized by the Clan Chief.

The Ancient Campbell tartan is a lighter colored version of the traditional Blackwatch tartan. The sett (pattern) and the colors are the same.