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If there's one thing the Royal Family - especially King Charles - holds dear, it's tradition. For generations, they've stuck to the well-worn paths of etiquette, preserving the polished image of regal distance. Whether it's how they dress, wave, or interact with the public, every move seems scripted by centuries of protocol. It's not about being cold - it's about being royal.
Now, while there's no actual law that says "Do not touch the King of England," it's widely understood that reaching out uninvited is a big no-no. That said, someone clearly didn't get the memo. One very enthusiastic tailor, thrilled by the chance to meet the King, went all in - and by "all in," we mean a full-on, heartfelt hug. Not just a quick pat or a polite lean-in - this was a warm, tight, slightly over-the-top embrace that would've been right at home at a family reunion.
A royal hug no one saw coming
Caught off guard, King Charles visibly twitched in discomfort. But instead of creating a scene, he let the moment , choosing poise over panic. Still, it was clear the tailor had pulled him in with a level of enthusiasm you don't often see directed at the monarch - or at least not physically. It was bold, it was unexpected, and it definitely bent a few unspoken royal rules.
Normally, the most anyone should expect from the King is a brief, single-hand shake - no firm grips, no lingering, definitely no hugs. But this tailor clearly wanted more than a photo op. After crafting a suit for the King, he decided to go for a legacy moment - the kind you tell your grandkids about: "I didn't just dress the King... I hugged him."
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Honestly, it was a sweet moment - even endearing - but it left onlookers stunned. It all happened so quickly, there was barely time to intervene. And truth be told, unless there's an actual threat, royal security tends to let emotional moments like this play out. Respect and discretion are part of the royal brand, after all.
In the end, though the King looked momentarily thrown off, the hug was memorable - especially for the tailor. Still, it served as a subtle reminder to anyone lucky enough to cross paths with royalty: emotional outbursts and hugs, no matter how pure, don't quite align with the strict codes of royal etiquette. It's not unforgivable - but it's definitely not encouraged.