As such, there’s a lot of interest and attention paid to them both.

However, plenty of these rules apply to the home life of royals, too.

The one caveat to this rule is if Kate is in a room with Prince William.

Prince William and Kate Middleton

However, in this day and age, this rule isn’t strictly enforced.

One of the more surprising ones is that Kate cannot cross her legs in public no matter what.

Despite that, Meier also says that the rule isn’t iron-clad.

Prince William and Kate Middleton

As extensions of that role, both William and Kate are expected to toe the line.

In October 2020, both addressed the presidential election in the U.S. On April 21, 2011, Queen Elizabeth offered up her consent to the wedding.

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Kate Middleton attending an event

As he shared, when it comes to what she eats, the queen is focused.

He explained, “When she dines on her own she’s very disciplined.

No starch is the rule.

Kate Middleton attending an event

… Just usually something like grilled sole with vegetables and salad.”

Of course, this doesn’t mean the rule is always followed at home.

AsMarie Clairehas shared, William and Kate’s oldest son Prince George is a big fan of pasta carbonara.

Prince William and Kate Middleton

As he put it, “She was essentially saying: ‘I miss eye contact.'”

Latham explained that some styles are just never on the table.

She said, “Royal means nothing above the knee and very rarely a v-neck and never both.

Kate Middleton attending an event

Picking dresses over trousers and wearing tights is also preferred at formal engagements.”

However, the rule isn’t quite as rigid when it applies to young children.

Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince William and Kate Middleton

Prince William attending an event