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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Princess Diana. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

This might be among the less bizarre ones, but still, it's worth noting that women in the Royal Family are not allowed to wear short mini skirts. Knee-length is the shortest it can get.

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This one might come as a shock given that facial hair is part of Prince Harry's signature look. But, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2014/01/prince-harry-beard-goodbye" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vanity Fair</a>, the late Queen Elizabeth II was not the biggest fan of facial hair. "She doesn&rsquo;t mind royal men growing beards when they are away in the armed forces or out in the wilds, like Harry was in the Antarctic, but she expects them to be clean shaven when they get home,"&nbsp;Vanity Fair&nbsp;reported.

Closeup of Kate Middleton's Nails at the 2023 Easter Sunday Mattins Service. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

If you thought not being able to wear nail polish to school was bizarre, you have certainly never heard of the Royal Family's strict nail polish rule. Though women are allowed to wear nail polish, they can only use natural colors. Dark and bright colors are prohibited, and they must be kept short. However, the Princess of Wales was once seen with dark red nails. So perhaps the rule is a little more lenient than others.&nbsp;

Kate Middleton and Queen Elizabeth II. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

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

Kate Middleton. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

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.

Departing Chester Town Hall with Queen Elizabeth, 2018. (Photo: Getty Images)

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

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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

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the 91st Field of Remembrance in November 2019.

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 required. 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

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

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.

10 Bizarre Dress Code Rules For Royal Family Members

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