Royal rules you didn't know Queen Elizabeth II set

Queen Elizabeth II was famously known for her obedience to royal protocol, but she also broke some rules and set new ones.

Here are some interesting royal rules and exceptions set by the late monarch:

1. Queen Elizabeth II's exit

One cannot leave the conversation until the Queen has departed the room or has finished her conversation.

2. Dress code for travel

According to the late monarch, royal family members must always pack a black outfit when traveling, in case of a sudden death or for mourning purposes.

3. Separated heirs

Direct heirs to the throne are forbidden from traveling on the same flight to protect the line of succession.

If direct heirs such as Prince William and his children wish to take the same flight, they must first receive special permission from the king, as reported by Express.

For example: When Prince George turned 12, he will be required to fly separately from his father.

4. Strictly no Public Displays of Affection

Royals are discouraged from showing PDA, which includes kissing or holding hands in public.

5. Etiquette rules

Laura Windsor, one of Britain’s most respected experts on royal manners and etiquette said, "Everyone has to take royal etiquette lessons from the earliest possible time. The more practice you have, the more it all becomes natural.” But what exactly does the royal rule book entail?"

6. Never turn your back

One should never turn his/her back or walk in front of the Queen when in her presence.

7. Modesty in dressing

The late Queen Elizabeth II famously wore neon outfits on many occasions so she would stand out in a crowd and so her subjects could see her.

Fitzwilliams sums up the royal dress code rule for women’s fashion, saying, “The outfit has to be modest, elegant and appropriate for the occasion, and it should never distract from the royal’s role or risk causing a scandal or public debate.”

8. Royals should be formally addressed

Upon presentation, the correct formal address for the monarch is "Your Majesty," followed by "Ma'am," while male royals are addressed as "Your Royal Highness" and then "Sir".