“I look like a Christmas tree”: Charlene de Monaco outdated in her debut on Le Rocher
While she is still recovering far from the Rock, the magazine’s website Tatler unearthed a long portrait of Charlene of Monaco dating from 2010. In it, the wife of Prince Albert looked back on her difficult beginnings in the principality and in particular on the efforts she had to make to meet the expectations of his in-laws.
Charlene of Monaco had to redouble her efforts to conquer the hearts of the Monegasques. Former swimmer emeritus, his daily life has changed dramatically after his meeting, then his marriage, with Prince Albert. For her, the transition was not easy. In addition to the language barrier, Stéphanie and Caroline’s sister-in-law from Monaco has been the subject of the worst rumors. In her debut on Le Rocher, she was forced to adapt to habits and customs of the gotha and in particular learning to take care of one’s appearance. In a long portrait dedicated to him in the magazine Tatler in 2010, the wife of Albert of Monaco shared a funny anecdote about it : “My first Red Cross Ball was a baptism of fire. I used to live in a swimsuit and I had no idea of fashion. On prom day I had been playing volleyball all day on the beach and hadn’t thought of getting ready until late afternoon. I borrowed a green dress from a friend, did my own hair and painted my nails red“, she recalled.
“I look like a Christmas tree“, confessed the mother of twins Jacques and Gabriella. In the space of four years, the one who was not yet married to her prince swapped her tomboy look for high fashion outfits. Her sculpted silhouette from a former swimmer to elsewhere conquered a creator, Giorgio Armani, who chose her as his brand ambassador. And to justify his choice: “Charlene has the ideal silhouette for evening dresses with a straight neckline that emphasizes the slim shape of the shoulders. It is a pleasure of elegance because it has an innate and natural elegance and knows how to wear Giorgio Armani Privé dresses with all the freshness and spontaneity of youth. “
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This collaboration with the Italian stylist was perceived as a huge privilege for the one who was until now little interested in the world of fashion: “By spending more time in Monaco, I developed an understanding of fashion (…) When Mr. Armani approached me to become his Ambassador, it was a great honor. He dressed me for most of my official events“said Charlene of Monaco, who learned a lot from her.”He was extremely personable and taught me the art of dressing in style. His coupes are impeccable. The experience of working with Armani opened my mind to fashion. “From glamorous outfits to more punk looks, Princess Charlene has learned to adapt her style according to the occasion. But also to her desires.
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