The 10th anniversary edition of the Grand Ball of Princes and Princesses at the Hôtel de Paris later this month will pay special tribute to Princess Grace and her love of elegant occasions by showcasing the beautiful Dior dress and cape that she wore to the 1972 Bal de Rose as its centrepiece.
If you’ve ever wondered how it might feel to be royal, even for one night only, the Grand Ball of Princes and Princesses is the perfect place to live out those dreams.
Taking place under the High Patronage of Prince Albert II at the eternally chic Hôtel de Paris on 27th September, the gala will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year and, as such, has an inspirational soirée planned.
The Salle Empire will be transformed into a venue straight out of the time of Louis XIV for the annual event, offering a “journey through fairy tales, magical moments and royalty”. The men, dressed in tailcoats, tuxedos and traditional military garb, will be expected to take their ladies, adorned in their finest jewels, ballgowns and tiaras, into their arms and swirl them gracefully around the dance floor.
The Grand Ball of Princes and Princesses will feature welcome cocktails, dinner, entertainment from international artists and a late-night after-party with the Buddha Bar’s resident DJ.
There will also be a special tribute to Princess Grace; the Dior dress and cape she wore from the 1972 Spring/Summer collection at that year’s Bal de Rose will be on display for all to enjoy and marvel at.
All of this glitz and glamour has a philanthropic side as well. Part of the funds raised from the event will be donated to the Princess Grace Foundation, which supports humanitarian and cultural projects for children and students worldwide.
The doors open at 7.15pm, with the official start of festivities scheduled for 8.30pm. For more information and tickets, click here.
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