Yet, have you ever wondered what all those different sashes worn by royal families around the world mean?

The British royal family alone has blue, red, and green sashes for different occasions.

The sashes, called ribands, represent the different orders within a royal family.

Prince William looking down and Princess Catherine smiling

Explore the different ribands of the British monarchy and other monarchies found throughout Europe.

Get a glimpse at the different rules for wearing the various insignia.

Therefore, you’ll also see the Order of the Thistle riband in addition to the iconic blue sash.

Queen Elizabeth in blue sash

Another common riband lining the shoulders of the House of Windsor is the Order of the Bath.

It’s time to leave the British court to explore the Norwegian sash.

Therefore, it’s much more common to see a princess flashing that beautiful blue riband.

King Charles in green sash, speaking to Queen Elizabeth

The highest and most noble order found within the Netherlands' honors is the Military Order of William.

With the different Houses of Nassau in order, the Belgium order takes center stage.

See how the sash of the Order of Leopold I shines amongst the crowd.

Order of the Bath sash and badge

It’s just as much a part of their attire as their tiara or their metals.

But just like the royal jewels, there’s a structure for wearing your riband.

Additionally, many royals are typically born a member of the highest order, given their royal bloodline.

Princess Catherine posing

Typically, royal sashes are worn to royal functions where the royal collar isn’t necessary.

The sashes are worn over the shoulder and secured at the hip.

Now the shoulder they are worn over can vary based on the region or royal house.

King Harald V of Norway walking

Royal life is full of color, especially if you start to check out all their different sashes.

Queen Silvia and Princess Madeleine walking

Denmark royal family walking

Princess Charlene and Prince Albert walking

Henri, Grand Duke of Luxembourg, posing with family

Military Order of William sash and badge

King Philippe of Belgium smiling with family

Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip posing