His Majesty Must Obey – Discover The British Monarchy’s Rules For King Charles

Black Is the Color of Mourning

Different cultures worldwide have specific colors they use to mourn the dead. While many parts of East Asia and Europe use white to signify purity and rebirth, South Africans use red, while South America and Thailand use Purple.

But the British royal family, like most of the West, prefers wearing dark colors during times of grieving. They are also mandated to pack a set of black clothes when traveling. That way, they can dress appropriately for an impromptu funeral.

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