T.S.H.s Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco Attend the Van Cleef & Arpels Re-Opening in Monaco

August 14, 2011 Alexandra 2 Comments

This is old news, but that’s okay. 🙂

On August 4, 2011, Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco attended the inauguration of the newly renovated Van Cleef & Arpels boutique in Monaco. The princess unveiled the now famous “Princess Charlene Magic Alhambra” set inside an ultra exclusive section of the boutique known as the Charlène Salon.

Fantastique.

Per the Van Cleef & Arpels press release about the jewels on Facebook:

The long necklace consists of White gold, turquoises, approximately 9.1 carats of diamonds. The earrings consists of White gold, turquoises, approximately 3.4 carats of diamonds.

Alhambra, Van Cleef & Arpels’ iconic motif was born in 1968.
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Mains d’Or have created a setting technique of the utmost refinement, minimising the amount of metal and emphasising the diamonds. The stones are selected in different sizes so as to enhance their sparkle. The jewel is as exquisite on the front as it is elegant when turned over: the exclusive honeycomb open-work setting has been perfected to let even more light refract into the diamonds.

This collection is a reinterpretation of the iconic Alhambra motif adorned with pavé diamonds and turquoises, evokes the shores of the Principality. A portion of the benefits from the sales will go to the associations and Foundations that have the endorsement of H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco. The set is sold exclusively at the Van Cleef & Arpels Boutique in Monaco. (source)

Portrait of H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco by Karl Lagerfeld? Could be.

To view photos please click here. To learn more about Van Cleef & Arpels please visit their official website here.

Source and photos courtesy of: Van Cleef & Arpels Official Facebook Page and Nice-Matin

Monaco Princely Family

H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco Bans H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco From Having Contact with His Past Girlfriends… Allegedly.

August 12, 2011 Alexandra 1 Comment

According to the British newspaper, Telegraph (via the French magazine, Paris Match), H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco has allegedly put her foot down regarding her husband having contact with his ex-girlfriends… specifically the Baby Mama to the prince’s son, Ms. Coste. Per the Telegraph:

…Charlene is now reported to be stamping her authority on her notoriously wayward 53-year-old husband, who already has two illegitimate children.

Paris Match magazine revealed this week that the former South African Olympic swimmer had one former lover, air hostess Nicole Coste, struck off the guest list to Monaco’s lavish Red Cross Ball.

A source close to the Monaco royal palace (it’s probably a certain cranky and eternally pissed off old man from Santa Barbara, CA) told Paris Match: ‘Charlene had to tolerate the presence of Ms Coste during last year’s Red Cross ball when they were engaged.

But now they are married, she has put her foot down and had Ms Coste struck off the guest list.

She does not want to give her the status of a privileged guest at an official function, and does not want Albert to consort socially with any of his previous lovers.’

Eyes

… and the drama continues. Listen, people, this latest bit of “news” is most likely a rumor so just your roll your eyes and laugh.

To read the article in its entirety please click here.

Source: The Telegraph

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The Duchess of Alba: Giving it All Up for Love

August 10, 2011 Alexandra 1 Comment

The 18th Duchess of Alba, Maria del Rosario Cayetana Alfonsa Victoria Eugenia Francisca Fitz-James Stuart y de Silva, one of the most famous nobles as well as richest women in the world, is about to marry a man 24 years younger than her. His name: Señor Alfonso Díez.

It is not the age difference that has every one talking about their upcoming nuptials rather that the Duchess has decided to give up her personal fortune for love… all €600 million to an estimated €3.5 billion to her children.

To read an article about this interesting story and why she has decided to give it all up for love please click here.

Source: The Guardian

Photo courtesy of: Daylife/Carlos Alvarez

Dutch Royal Family

Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands Attends a Concert in Amsterdam

August 10, 2011 Alexandra

It’s been quite some time since I posted some news about Her Majesty Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands, but now I finally can! Anyway, the lovely Dutch queen attended a concert in Amsterdam on August 8, 2011 to watch the European Union Youth Orchestra perform various classical pieces.

To view photos please click here.

Photo courtesy of: Koninklijkhuis.nl

British Royals, Royal documentaries

‘The Imperial King’ and ‘A Question of Succession’ by Dr. David Starkey

August 7, 2011 Alexandra

Here are two lengthy segments from the documentary, Monarchy, by Dr. David Starkey. Click the links below to watch:

The Imperial King
A Question of Succession

Monaco Princely Family

The Palais Princier de Monaco to be Redecorated by South African Interior Designer, Stephan Falcke

August 7, 2011 Alexandra

According to the South African newspaper, Times Live, the Palais Princier de Monaco is about to undergo a major renovation. Famed interior designer, Stephan Falcke, was hand-picked by H.S.H. Princess Charlene of Monaco to redecorate the palace.

To read the article in its entirety please click here. To learn more about Mr. Falcke please click here.

Source: Times Live.co.za

Monaco Princely Family

Videos and Photos From the 63rd Annual Red Cross Ball in Monaco.

August 6, 2011 Alexandra

This years Red Cross Gala Ball may be over, but the photos and videos are still coming in through the news wire. Click here to watch a video from AFP. Click here to watch a video from newspaper, Nice-Matin.

Also, the paper is reporting little details about the decor last evening “…5,000 Roses, Hydrangeas, and other 3,000 flowers…” There was a raffle as well and the prize was the “Princess Charlene Alhambra Set” by Van Cleef & Arpels. The necklace is made up of diamonds and turquoise.