We are always watching what the members of the British royal family are doing, and especially what they are wearing. To prove just how much everyone is obsessed with the royal family, the latest royal wedding was watched by about two-billion people around the world!
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The family have many traditions and formalities, with rules ruling almost every aspect of their lives, including how they dress. They have to portray a certain image to the world, which is why there are certain guidelines on what they can and cannot wear. Everyone is loving the royal family’s newest member, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, and since she is still familiarising herself with all the royal rules, we’re here to inform you what she cannot wear now that she’s a royal.
Here are the items the royal women are not allowed to wear:
1. Anything low-cut
Modesty is always the best policy when it comes to the royals. Cleavage is a big no-no, so often you will find the royal women wearing something with a high neck or turtleneck.
Shop a modest look:
Jersey R599, Cotton On
Blazer R429, H&M
2. Flat sandals
We rarely see the royal ladies in open-toed shoes, and you will usually see them in heels. Although heels are not a requirement, if the royal ladies wear flats it’s never sandals – it will be pumps or, on more casual occasions, white sneakers.
Pointed slingback heels R549, Missguided at Superbalist
Nude heels R449, dailyfriday at Superbalist
Block heels R399, dailyfriday at Superbalist
3. Bare legs and short hemlines
The royal women are expected to wear stockings with dresses and skirts, and they shouldn’t wear anything with a short hemline.
Shop midi-length items and stockings:
Tights R120, Woolworths
Dress R379, Utopia at Zando
Dress R449, Edit at Spree
4. Large handbags to events
Royal family members are expected to always carry small bags, as this is said to help them avoid awkward handshakes.
Shop small bags:
Clutch R599, Forever New
Pouch R349, Witchery
Envelope bag R249, Mango
5. Fabrics that wrinkle easily
Silk and delicate linen do not go hand in hand with the royal family, as they always need to maintain a polished look. They prefer heavier fabrics such as cotton, wool and tweed. Princess Diana even received criticism for having a wedding dress made of a wrinkly fabric.
Shop items in heavier fabrics:
Jacket R629, H&M
Checked pants R299, Utopia at Zando
6. Black to daytime events
Black is only acceptable at sombre occasions such as funerals. The family has to stay clear of wearing black during daytime events. Colour is preferred, as it makes it easier to identify the royals in the crowd. (As if any royal member would ever get lost in a crowd.)
Shop bright pieces:
Button-down skirt R299, dailyfriday at Superbalist
Dress R429, H&M
We are so excited to see Meghan perform her royal duties and despite all these rules we are sure the new duchess will not fail to impress us with her now modest wardrobe.
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