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Middle Class Life: 8 Things Princess Kate Gave Up When Becoming Royal

Sarah West / February 12, 2025 - 03:00 pm

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No Monopoly! The British royals have to do without the board game at home. The rule came to light when Prince Andrew could not accept a version of the game as a gift because it was banned - but he was not a child at the time, he was already 48 years old.

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Kate has had to follow many fashion rules since joining the royal family: For example, she must always have black clothing with her when traveling, in case of death. In addition, colorful nail polish should never be worn, high heels may be worn, but not wedge heels. Handbags should be carried in the hands and - the list of etiquette rules goes on.

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As a royal, you must cause as little offense as possible. Princess Kate and Prince William have to stay out of controversy and are not allowed to express any political opinions.

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They must also refrain from voting, as well as from entering politics. This is to guarantee the independence of the Crown.

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The Princess and her friends also have to be careful when eating. They are actually forbidden from eating shellfish.

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The rule was created ages ago to warn against poisons or animals that had gone bad. Nowadays, the British often break the rule.

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Princess Kate can now do little with her art history studies, because since her wedding to Prince William, she has only been one thing: a royal. All work is forbidden after marriage to a Prince.

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Just as the British royals have to accept gifts with particular gratitude and courtesy, they are not allowed to sign autographs for fans.

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This is because Princess Kate, for example, will have to sign official things one day if William becomes King. Prince Harry caused a scandal when he signed the cast of a sick girl.

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Even holding hands is now a rare activity for Prince William and Princess Kate. Public displays of affection are not forbidden for royals, but they are not welcome.

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Princess Kate always has to look perfect, smile all the time, and not cause any scandals: No one ever thought that life as a royal was easy.

However, the rules that Princess Kate, Prince William and the rest of the family have to follow are sometimes quite strict. Here are eight things you'd better get used to if you want to be a British royal.

Princess Kate: She's no longer allowed to do that

Princess Kate can now do little with her art history studies because, since her wedding to Prince William, she has only been one thing: a royal. All work is forbidden after marriage to a prince.

As a royal, you have to make as little noise as possible. Kate and William must stay out of controversy and are not allowed to express political opinions. They must also refrain from voting, as well as from entering politics. This is intended to guarantee the independence of the Crown.

You can find out more things that Princess Kate had to give up with her life as a royal in the picture gallery. Stay tuned!

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