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Princess Caroline of Hanover and Prince Albert II of Monaco Attend 57th Concours International de Bouquets in Port Hercule

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  • Photos courtesy of the Palais Princier de Monaco/ Frédéric Nebinger/Direction de la Communication/Ed Wright
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  • Photos courtesy of the Palais Princier de Monaco/ Frédéric Nebinger/Direction de la Communication/Ed Wright

On Saturday in Port Hercule, Her Royal Highness Princess Caroline of Hanover, His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco, Miss Mélanie-Antoinette de Massy, and the Minister of the State of the Principality of Monaco, Mr. Christophe Mirmand, attended the 57th edition of the Concours International de Bouquets at the Yacht Club de Monaco.

Established in 1968 by the late Princess Grace of Monaco, the annual floral competition is organized by the Garden Club of Monaco, of which Princess Caroline serves as President.

The theme of this year’s competition was Celeste, with floral artists drawing inspiration from celestial imagery, light, and atmospheric phenomena through a series of elaborate botanical compositions.

According to organizers, participants from multiple countries, including professional floral designers, amateur exhibitors, and young competitors, presented works across seven themed categories inspired by storms, eclipses, lunar illumination, and the northern lights.

During the event, Princess Caroline, Prince Albert II, Miss de Massy, and Minister Mirmand toured the exhibition stands and met with participants alongside members of Monaco’s cultural and civic community.

The competition concluded with the presentation of several distinctions, including Gold, Silver, and Bronze Insignia awards, the Grand Prix Général, and the Princess Grace of Monaco Prize.

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Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco Attend the 70th Edition of the Bal de la Rose Hosted by Princess Caroline of Hanover

  • Photos courtesy of the Palais Princier de Monaco/Michaël Alesi
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  • Photos courtesy of the Palais Princier de Monaco/Michaël Alesi
  • Photos courtesy of the Palais Princier de Monaco/Michaël Alesi

Last evening in the quartier of Larvotto, Her Royal Highness Princess Caroline of Hanover and Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco attended the 70th edition of the Bal de la Rose inside the Salle des Étoiles at the Sporting Monte-Carlo.

Presented under the theme Galaxy Rose Ball, the evening was conceived under the artistic direction of Mr. Christian Louboutin, in collaboration with the scenographer, Mr. Benoît Miniou.

According to a press release, guests “embarked on a celestial journey,” as the Sporting Monte-Carlo “transformed into a monochrome space shuttle, while the Salle des Étoiles became a galactic universe enhanced by immersive sound, light, and laser effects.”

Guests attending the event included Her Imperial Highness Princess Akiko of Mikasa, Her Royal Highness Princess Alexandra of Hanover, and her partner, Mr. Ben Sylvester Strautmann, Mr. Pierre Casiraghi and Mrs. Beatrice Borromeo Casiraghi, His Imperial Highness Grand Duke George Mikhailovich of Russia and Her Serene Highness Princess Victoria Romanovna, Their Royal Highnesses Prince Charles and Princess Camilla of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, Duke and Duchess of Castro, Lady Kitty Spencer, Marchesa Roberta Anastasia Gilardi, Lady Monika Bacardi, Miss Maria Luisa Bacardi, Dame Shirley Bassey, Mr. Charles Leclerc and Mrs. Alexandra Leclerc, Mr. Stéphane Bern and his partner, Mr. Yori Bailleres, Mr. Christian Louboutin, Ms. Victoria Silverstedt, the Minister of the State of the Principality of Monaco, Mr. Christophe Mirmand, and the President-Delegate of the Société des Bains de Mer de Monaco, Mr. Stéphane Valeri to name a few.

Last evening’s entertainment featured musical and theatrical performances from Rondò Veneziano, the Parisian cabaret Crazy Horse, Ballet Kalinka, and the Berlin-based troupe Dulce Compañía. A choreographic production by Céline and Cain Kitsaïs also formed part of the program.

The musical finale included a performance by Lee John and the band Imagination, followed by a late-night set by DJ Josh Quinton.

Established in 1954 by the late Princess Grace of Monaco, the Bal de la Rose is held annually in March and organized by the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer. 

Since 1964, the Bal de la Rose has raised funds in support of the Fondation Princesse Grace, which develops humanitarian and philanthropic initiatives benefiting individuals and young people in need. 

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II serves as High Patron of the Bal de la Rose, while Her Royal Highness Princess Caroline of Hanover is President of the Fondation Princesse Grace.

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Theme Announced for the 70th Edition of the Bal de la Rose in Monaco

In Monaco, the Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer has announced the theme for the upcoming 70th edition of the Bal de la Rose, which will take place on Saturday, March 21st, in the Salle des Étoiles at the Sporting Monte-Carlo in the quartier district of Larvotto in Monaco.

Her Royal Highness Princess Caroline of Hanover, in her capacity as President of the Fondation Princesse Grace, has chosen the theme Galaxy Rose Ball. Mr. Christian Louboutin will serve as artistic director for the evening, with scenographic collaboration from the designer Mr. Benoît Miniou.

The evening’s entertainment will feature a program of musical and theatrical performances, including appearances by Rondò Veneziano, the Parisian cabaret Crazy Horse, Ballet Kalinka, and the Berlin-based troupe Dulce Compania. A choreographic production by Céline and Cain Kitsaïs will also form part of the program.

The musical finale will include a performance by Leee John and the band Imagination, followed by a late-night set by DJ Josh Quinton.

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Charlotte Casiraghi, daughter of Princess Caroline of Hanover, to publish Her First Solo Book, La Fêlure, in 2026

  • Photo courtesy of Rencontres Philosophiques de Monaco
  • Book cover courtesy of Amazon France/Julliard

In Paris, it was announced that Ms. Charlotte Casiraghi, the eldest daughter of Princess Caroline of Hanover and the late Stefano Casiraghi, will release her first solo book, La fêlure, on January 29, 2026.

Ms. Casiraghi previously co-wrote a philosophical work in 2018 with her former philosophy teacher, Mr. Robert Maggiori, titled Archipel des Passions (Éditions du Seuil), in which they examined forty “passions”, from love and cruelty to admiration and ennui, through a series of literary dialogues.

In La fêlure, Ms. Casiraghi undertakes a literary and philosophical exploration of what it means to be “cracked” or fragile. According to the official synopsis, the book draws inspiration from the well-known short story The Crack-Up by F. Scott Fitzgerald and incorporates the work of writers, poets, and artists such as Ingeborg Bachmann, Colette, Marguerite Duras, Anna Akhmatova, the sailor Bernard Moitessier, and musician J. J. Cale.

Through these references, Ms. Casiraghi develops a sequence of reflections on the inner fracture, La fêlure, understood as a point of vulnerability that may also offer access to deeper insight.

The publisher, Éditions Julliard, describes the book as an “intimate literary inquiry” into “the line of flight that threatens us but may also offer our most sublime chance to grasp what moves through us when we live.”

If you are interested in reserving a copy of La fêlure, it is now available for pre-order through major French booksellers, including FNAC, Librest, and Amazon France.

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H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco Distributes Gifts. Plus, News Regarding H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover.

After a successful trip to South Africa last week, H.S.H. Prince Albert II is back home in Monaco and busy as ever.  On December 12, 2011, the prince made a trip to Residence Cap Fleuri where he distributed a myriad of gifts to the residents for Noel Croix Rouge.  

Meanwhile, H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover was in Passau, Germany where she attended the Menschen in Europa Charity Award held at the Media Centre Passau.  During the event the beautiful princess gave a ceremonial address regarding her social commitment to the World Association of Children’s Friends (Amade Mondiale).

To view photos please click here and here.

To learn more about Menschen in Europa please click here.

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Princely Family of Monaco Present Various Medals. Plus, News Regarding an Upcoming Interview with H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco

On November 18, 2011, inside the Throne Room and in the Blue Chamber, at the Palais Princier de Monaco, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco presented the Mérite National du Sang et de la Reconnaissance de la Croix Rouge Monégasque ( Medals of Merit National Blood and Recognition of the Monaco Red Cross) to many lucky recipients.

Later, H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover presented the L’Ordre du Mérite Culturel (Order of Cultural Merit) to a select few.  While H.S.H. Princess Stephanie presented packages to the elderly living in the principality of Monaco.

Later on that evening two lucky recipients received the La Legion d’Honneur which took place in the Hall of Mirrors.  Then there was a lovely reception for the Diplomatic Corps and a gala Ambassadorial dinner.

And, finally, on the occasion of Fête Nationale Monégasque 2011, H.S.H. Prince Albert II responded to questions given to him by the newspaper, Monaco Matin.  The prince discusses (or rather responds to questions regarding) the economic situation within the principality as well as around the world, current issues concerning his country, memories from the his nuptials to Princess Charlene and much more.  The interview will be out soon so stay tuned.

Photo courtesy of the Palais Princier de Monaco

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T.S.H.s Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco Participate in the Presentation of the L’Ordre de Saint Charles et Grimaldi

On November 17, 2011, T.S.H.s Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene of Monaco along with H.R.H. Princess Caroline of Hanover, her daughter Charlotte Casiraghi, and H.S.H. Princess Stephanie of Monaco participated in the presentation of the L’Ordre de Saint-Charles et Grimaldi (Order of St. Charles and Grimaldi).

Held inside the Throne Room at the Palais Princier over fifty people received this high honor from the prince and in the presence of the rest of the princely family of Monaco.

Source and photo courtesy of the Palais Princier de Monaco.