Princess Charlene was the belle of the Bal de Noël on Friday night, as the highly-anticipated charity gala gathered more than 240 prestigious guests in the glamourous Hôtel de Paris for a festive evening that raised over €150,000 for the Princess’s Foundation.
The Bal de Noël, now in its 18th year, is a highlight on Monaco’s festive social calendar. It was celebrated on Friday 8th December at the stunning Salle Empire of the Hôtel de Paris under the theme ‘Bal de Nöel Centenaire’, in honour of Prince Rainier III, and in support of the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation.
Princess Charlene, her brother Gareth Wittstock and his wife Roisin, and Italian Ambassador in Monaco Giulio Alaimo joined around 240 privileged guests, who were welcomed into Monaco’s most iconic gilded hall by Santa Claus and a glass of champagne, before being entertained by a circus cabaret and live music.
Fine wine and Champagne by La Scolca and Poggio Dimadis flowed all night, while guests enjoyed a delicious three course meal prepared by Michelin star chef Dominique Lory and his team at the Hôtel de Paris.
Another highlight was a fashion show by haute couture fashion house Sabina Bilenko.
While the magical gala is renowned for bringing the spirit of Christmas to life, the Bal de Noël also raises significant funds for the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, and this year there was plenty of support.
An auction organised by Sotheby’s raised more than €153,000 for the Princess’s Foundation and its projects for the prevention of drowning and the education of children through the values of sport.
The Bal de Noël is organised by Sandrine Knoell, the founder of Five Stars Events, and was supported this year by Julius Baer Bank, Boghossian Jewellery, Moretti Fines Arts and Xerjoff Perfume. Monaco Life was proud to be a media sponsor of the emblematic charity event.
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Main photo: Princess Charlene with Sandrine Knoell (left), Italian Ambassador in Monaco Giulio Alaimo, Gareth Wittstock and his wife Roisin. Credit: Eric Mathon, Prince’s Palace