The royal family lives under strict rules and protocols that extend even to the way they dress.

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 As much as the dress code of <a href="https://www.revistalofficiel.com.br/cultura/rainha-elizabeth-ii-o-que-se-sabe-sobre-seu-estado-de-saude">British royalty</a> is renewed over time, some rules continue, especially those that determine dress on occasions of public appearance. Clothing and accessories that recall 16th-century costumes are part of this tradition.
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Everyone has seen <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/politics-culture/queen-elizabeth-young-photos-wedding-coronation" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Queen Elizabeth II</a>'s big hats. The accessory is part of the British royal dress code for women when at public events. The style refers to the period before the 1950s, in which women were still prohibited from showing their hair in public. Over time, hats became restricted to formal events and exceptional occasions.

Gloves

The use of gloves is also part of the code, and not just for aesthetic reasons. The code mandates the use of gloves to avoid contamination by germs when greeting others. This tradition continues to be followed by the queen today.

The color of Elizabeth II's wardrobe was a result of the queen's personality, as etiquette expert Grant Harrold, known as The Royal Butler, explains. According to Harrold, the strong tones of her rainbow wardrobe would be a way of guaranteeing prominence among the public.

Children

Not even children escape protocol. Boys should only wear shorts, as, according to tradition, pants are only allowed when they are mature enough. Breaking the rule could bring boys closer to suburban youth. Still, Prince George, son of Prince William and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/kate-middleton-royal-jewels-wedding-anniversary">Kate Middleton</a>, has appeared on one occasion in trousers, although this is a rare appearance.

Military Uniforms

Adult men are required to wear military uniforms during formal events. In this way, the men show their commitment to the country's regiments in military matters.

Casual Events

But it's not just for formal moments that the rules must be followed. Even on informal occasions, women should wear matching dresses or pants with jackets or cardigans. For men, the use of a blazer with a collared shirt and pants is determined. However, this rule has already been circumvented by some members of the royal family, such as the Duchess of Cambridge, already seen wearing jeans.

Tiaras

Finally, among the long-standing traditions that survive is the wearing of <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/pop-culture/princess-diana-kate-middleton-tiara-moments-royal-family">tiaras</a>. Tiaras must be worn by married women and/or women belonging to the royal family. Tiaras adorned with diamonds or other flashy stones are limited to evening events. Such a custom contributes to the determination of the civil and financial status of women.

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