After a rainy coronation weekend, good weather has finally settled in London, and the sun has officially marked the start of the so-called season, a set of the most anticipated social events of the year that coincides with the end of spring and the beginning of spring. summer. Once this period was eagerly awaited by young ladies of aristocratic families who officially made their debut in society, participating in balls and public events, today this custom has been largely lost, but the princes of Wales still have a busy calendar of meetings. It was during the famous Chelsea Flower Show, the most famous flower fair in the world, Kate Middleton was the protagonist of a gesture that startled some of the younger fans who came to greet her..
According to the British media, it seems that the princess graciously declined the request for an autograph from the little girl, following the rule established in the time of Queen Elizabeth. It may seem strange, but the behavior of the royal person is disciplined in every way, and even a signature can be a reason for risk to the family. “I can’t write my name,” Katya forcedly answered some young students of the school group. “I’m not allowed to sign, it’s just one of the rules,” she added to another person who asked for an explanation.
The reason should be sought in the need to prevent the distribution of the signature of a family member and the possible falsification of official acts and documents.. It was the late sovereign who established this rule, which was strictly observed for decades. However, Katya did not want to displease the young fans present and nevertheless agreed to pick up a pen to make some drawings. For a 7-year-old girl named Ruby, she painted a flower, for another girl she made a tree, and for her brother, a pond surrounded by plants, showing off her maternal side. The signature is not the only rule governing relations between members of the royal family and subjects. A few years ago, the list of prohibitions also included a ban on touching sovereigns and taking pictures with them. The proliferation of cell phones and the practice of selfies have eliminated this rule, as evidenced by recent images of Carlo enjoying basking in crowds like William and Kate do. An update of the ancient Elizabethan saying “To be believed, I must be seen.”
Source: Elle