Princess Charlene of Monaco and her husband Prince Albert attended Pope Leo XIV’s papal inauguration mass on Sunday in St. Peter’s Sq.. Whereas she had worn all-black to the inaugural mass of Pope Francis in 2013, she selected all white for Sunday’s occasion—she is one of some girls who can put on all-white within the viewers of the pope, holding to traditions steeped in historic protocols.
Princess Charlene of Monaco and Prince Albert II of Monaco arrive forward of the Inauguration Mass of Pope Leo XIV in St Peter’s Sq. on Might 18, 2025 in Vatican Metropolis, Vatican. Pope Leo XIV (previously Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost) presided over his inauguration mass in St Peter’s Sq. after his election on Might eighth.
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Charlene selected a white midi-length costume from Elie Saab for the occasion. The costume included demure lengthy sleeves in addition to a scalloped hem. The material options white embroidery, giving the easy design depth and texture. She additionally carried a small clutch from Akris. She completed off the look with a customary white veil in addition to a pair of basic pointed-toe stiletto pumps.
Princess Charlene of Monaco, Prince Albert II of Monaco, Grand Duchess Maria Teresa and Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg pray through the Inauguration Mass of Pope Leo XIV in St Peter’s Sq. on Might 18, 2025 in Vatican Metropolis, Vatican. Pope Leo XIV (previously Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost) presided over his inauguration mass in St Peter’s Sq. after his election on Might eighth.
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Solely seven girls on this planet are allowed “the privilege of the white” whereas within the presence of the pope. Whereas she didn’t train that proper on the mass of Pope Benedict, Charlene did later put on white to satisfy with him privately.
Pope Leo XIV meets with I Princess Charlene of Monaco and Prince Albert II of Monaco on the finish of the Inauguration Mass In St. Peter’s Sq. on Might 18, 2025 in Vatican Metropolis, Vatican. Pope Leo XIV (previously Robert Francis Prevost).
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That very same custom is prolonged to Catholic queens and consorts. Charlene turned the Princess of Monaco in 2011 via her marriage to Prince Albert and transformed to Catholicism earlier than her marriage. Previous to the inauguration of Pope Francis, Charlene wore white to a non-public assembly with Pope Benedict XVI on the Vatican in January 2013. She then wore the hue once more for a 2016 assembly with Pope Francis.
Princess Charlene of Monaco and Prince Albert II of Monaco arrive forward of the late Pope Francis’ funeral ceremony at St Peter’s Sq. at The Vatican.
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Ladies are largely anticipated to put on an identical mantilla, a lace veil, whereas within the pope’s presence.
Different attendees to the inaugural out of doors mass of Pope Leo included U.S. Vice President JD Vance and his spouse Usha Vance, Grand Duchess Maria Teresa and Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg in addition to King Felipe VI of Spain and Queen Letizia of Spain. Usha Vance wore all-black, together with her mantilla.
Pope Leo made historical past on Might 8 as the primary American to carry the position.
