In the Royal world, the rules are different for those who live in it, from the ones who are born into it and the ones who marry their way into the fabulous life. The rules that govern the world of the Royals are very specific and detailed, from the way the noble women’s hair is worn to the right shoes for an event. Even the color of their nails has a rule.
Kate Middleton, Prince William’s wife and also known as the Duchess of Cambridge, has been part of the royal family for almost a decade now. Once a commoner, the Duchess has always tried to make sure she sticks to the royal rules.
She has also been known to be one of the most well-dressed women in the world, but one thing always stands out when it comes to Kate Middleton’s wardrobe. You may not have noticed this, but the Duchess has always carried her bag on her left hand. So why is this?
According to etiquette expert Myka Meier, it all boils down to simply royal etiquette.
The royals carry their bag, may it be a classic clutch or a fashionable purse on their left hand for reasons that are very simple. This action leaves there right hand free.
Kate is not the only royal who has been photoed following this rule, her sister-in-law, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex also does this. Meier says that although both Kate and Meghan are right-handed, in formal functions and during engagements it's best that the right hand is free. This will make it easier to shake hands and for people to curtsy.
The late Princess Diana paved the way for this type of fashion accessibility. The late Princess was an avid philanthropist and would attend dozens of engagements in a month. This simple action makes it easier to be more connected with the people.
Kate Middleton has also been following her late mother-in-law’s sense of style. The Duchess is often seen wearing similar clothes to Princess Diana’s as well as wearing jewelry worn by the Princess.
The ‘holding the bag on the left hand’ is just one of the many things Princess Diana has paved for the future women in royalty. She was of noble blood and royal etiquette came easy for her. She is the first style icon in the royal family and the epitome of what a Princess should be. Kate Middleton is only just following her footstep to becoming a proper royal woman.