The dust has now settled from the annual Red Cross Ball, the first major social function for the Monegasque newlyweds, held last night at the Monte-Carlo Sporting Club and it was a resounding success. Obviously, there was a greater amount of public attention paid to the event this year and no one seemed disappointed. The entertainment guest was British singer Joe Cocker and the customary donation of artwork to the Monaco Red Cross was by Peter Wüthrich. The collection was titled "Collection Mondo" and the tombola winnings were handed out by Dame Shirley Bassey (who organized the event) and Sandrine Quétier. The garden-paradise theme was enhanced by huge numbers of flowers decorating the Salle des Etolies of the Monte-Carlo Sporting Club. About 800 guests attended this, the 63rd annual Red Cross Ball, paying 1,000 euros each with all proceeds, of course, going to the Red Cross.
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| All the Grimaldi girls turned heads, though Princess Caroline's rather colorful choice of dress took a few people by surprise. Perhaps she and her sister mixed up their wardrobes? |
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| The Princely party arrives. Princess Charlene was wearing her new Ocean tiara-necklace. |
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| Left to right: Melanie de Massy, Princess Stephanie, Prince Albert II, Princess Charlene, Princess Caroline and Elisabeth-Ann de Massy. The Princely Family was out in full force! |
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| Princess Caroline and cousin Elisabeth-Ann look as if they're having a good chuckle |
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| The Sovereign Prince takes a turn on the dance floor. |
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| The Prince and Princess of Monaco. How long have we waited for this picture? |
Princess Caroline was splendid! THIS is the dress that gives her something she left with the age.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, did you notice that many ladies had their hair ornaments "a la" princess Charlene weddings adorning?