Who Would Be Emperor If the Roman Empire Still Existed Today?

"Very rare to see this level of tailoring nowadays, even on the wealthy. Even when not attending major sporting events, the king's collars always hug his neck, his lapels are always well-proportioned, the lines of his coat always flow into his trousers, and his four-in-hand always has just the right asymmetry."

"It so happens that Felipe is one of the most plausible candidates for that job, at least in the hypothetical scenario that the Roman Empire never declined and fell. He's also the only actual sitting monarch among them, though each of the others can also make his own credible claim to the imperial throne."

"Understanding that history buffs enjoy nothing more than a speculative but knowledge- and judgment-intensive debate of that kind, UsefulCharts creator Matt Baker once invited thirteen history YouTubers to cast their votes - and, of course, explain their answers."

King Felipe VI of Spain gained viral attention for his exceptional tailoring and formal presentation, with menswear expert Derek Guy noting the rarity of such sartorial excellence among the wealthy. Felipe's impeccable grooming—from perfectly fitted collars to well-proportioned lapels and precisely knotted ties—exemplifies standards befitting an emperor. In a hypothetical scenario where the Roman Empire never fell, Felipe emerges as the most plausible candidate for the imperial throne among modern royalty. History YouTubers and content creators have engaged in speculative debates about who would rightfully rule a still-extant Roman Empire, with Felipe among other potential candidates including heirs to the Ottoman and Russian dynasties.

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