The British monarchy is being criticized for living in the past after Queen Camilla and Brigitte Macron were caught in an awkward exchange.
The pair—both dressed in all-white—just finished placing ceremonial wreaths at the British Normandy Memorial at Ver-sur-Mer when the First Lady of France reached for Camilla's hand. At one point, Macron even looked down to make sure she was actually touching Camilla or that Camilla was close enough to be made aware of the gesture., however, kept her arms at her side and appeared to even move away from the First Lady.
The royal family's website does state that if observing more traditional forms of behavior when meeting a member of the monarchy, men should"neck bow from the head only," while women should"do a small courtesy." What perhaps makes Queen Camilla's reaction more puzzling to some is King Charles' decision to hug President Macron when the pair met at the British Normandy Memorial. The King also kissed Brigitte Macron's hand upon meeting.