A Lesson in Manners: DC Press Covering Royals Told to Dress Properly

6120Buckingham_palaceThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince William and Kate Middleton, are set to visit New York and Washington on December 7 and 8, and apparently, there is worry that the generally underdressed and informal American press won’t be appropriately attired to greet the royals.

In anticipation of their early December holiday, Buckingham Palace issued a reminder to our oft unceremonious reporters:

“Journalists wishing to cover Royal engagements, whether in the United Kingdom or abroad, should comply with the dress code on formal occasions out of respect for the guests of The Queen, or any other member of the Royal Family,” politely states the

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