If you went by Disney standards, being a royal would equate to living a lavish lifestyle in a luxurious castle, wherein you’re waited upon by adorable animals while also making (and breaking) your own rules. Alas, living the royal life isn’t quite as whimsical as we initially thought. Yes, they’re still wealthy and famous and have many opportunities us commoners don’t — but they also happen to have a plethora of bizarre (and outdated) rules they have to abide by lest Her Majesty cast them a withering look. Even the kids — Prince George, 7, Princess Charlotte, 5, Prince Louis, 2, and one-year-old Archie – don’t get off easy. These quirky traditions are the same set of rules princes William and Harry rigidly followed as youths, along with their ancestors before them. From clothing and etiquette to food cutoffs and travel restrictions, we break down the strangest rules of the bunch.

Boys can only wear shorts

They must attend all major royal engagements

They’re required to undergo etiquette training

They can’t wear black during the day

Girls have to wear dresses

The heirs have to travel separately

They have a rule against gifts from the public

Babies can’t eat… baby food

They are issued passports at birth
