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Now recognized as Catherine, Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton had to bid farewell to many aspects of her previous everyday life. Curious to know what she can no longer do?
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No autographs -
Despite the numerous photo opportunities, Catherine, Princess of Wales is prohibited by royal protocol from providing autographs. This rule is in place to prevent the potential forgery of documents on behalf of a royal family member.
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Prohibted from expressing her political views: In line with a longstanding tradition, members of the royal family, including Kate, are prohibited from expressing or sharing their political opinions. This practice ensures their neutrality and impartiality in matters of politics.
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Strangers cannot touch Princess Kate: According to protocol, it is not permissible for anyone, including the Princess of Wales, to be touched by strangers or individuals in general. However, Kate Middleton has mastered the art of engaging with the public during royal walkabouts and willingly shakes hands with complete strangers.
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Does not receive a paycheck- As a keen photographer, Catherine, Princess of Wales is unable to sell any of the photographs she captures. Instead, her photos are officially released through the royal family, and she does not receive a paycheck for her photography efforts.
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She's not supposed to take selfies- Royal protocol typically discourages working royals from posing for selfies. However, William and Kate have somewhat altered this rule. Catherine, Princess of Wales is frequently seen happily posing for selfies with delighted bystanders, making an exception to the traditional protocol.
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has to include black outfit- As with other members of the royal family, the Princess of Wales must always include an all-black outfit in her travel wardrobe. This practice ensures that in the unfortunate event of a family member's passing during her trip, she is appropriately dressed for mourning. This rule originated from Queen Elizabeth II's experience in Kenya, where she was without a black dress when her father, George VI, passed away.
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She can't wear fur: As a staunch advocate against animal cruelty, the royal family strictly prohibits the wearing of fur. In this contemporary era, the use of fur is forbidden. Kate willingly adheres to this guideline due to her own ethical beliefs. Furthermore, if she wears leather, it must be sourced from animals that have not been sacrificed.
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Deprived of voting rights- Furthermore, Catherine, Princess of Wales is deprived of voting rights. She is prohibited from participating in any political elections and is not permitted to cast her vote at the ballot box.
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She isn't allowed to use the term Toilet- Members of the royal family, including Kate, are not permitted to use the word "toilet" and other words like "couch" or "living room" that are considered more common or informal. This practice aligns with their desire to maintain a sophisticated image.
Get a glimpse into the extraordinary world of the British royal family and uncover the special rules and traditions that come with being a princess. Explore how Kate Middleton adapted to these unique customs when she married Prince William.
Find out in this gallery the everyday things she can't do and learn about the royal etiquette she follows to maintain her princess status.