Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World
Parliament season continued this week in Europe with the opening of Sweden’s Riksdag in Stockholm, featuring the Bernadotte ladies following the traditional black and white dress code for the event.
The big papal visit to France wrapped up on Monday in Metz, with the wives of two European sovereigns, the Princess of Monaco and the Grand Duchess of Luxembourg, exercising the privilège du blanc.
The King and Queen of Denmark headed to Frederiksborg Castle on Friday for a special event: the unveiling of the first portrait painted of Frederik since his accession to the throne. For such a regal moment, Queen Mary had to bring out an heirloom jewel for the occasion.
It’s always a good time for a gala in Monaco, and last Friday, Princess Charlene brought out her diamonds to celebrate the anniversary of her husband’s foundation in Monte Carlo.
It’s a season of mourning for the Norwegian royal family following the passings of King Harald V and his sister, Princess Astrid. On Wednesday, royals from Norway and abroad gathered to remember Princess Astrid at her funeral in Oslo.