Princess Charlene of Monaco brought fiery energy in a red dress to the Formula 1 stage on Friday for a practice session ahead of the Grand Prix of Monaco in Monte-Carlo.
The royal sported a sleeveless red midi dress for her attire, designed with a plunging neckline and pleating throughout. The bodice of the dress was fitted, and included subtle pleats of fabric at sharp angles to add a textural quality to the look.
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Princess Charlene of Monaco wears a red dress for practice session ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on June 5 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.
The waist was defined thanks to a belt with a gold hardware embellishment that added even more warmer tones to the overall look. From the fitted bodice and cinched waist, the skirt of the dress flowed for ease of movement.
Princess Charlene’s dress included a bevy of pleating, elevating the royal’s ensemble with even more classic style cues. The royal also extended the fiery color palette of her look to her footwear, sporting a set of pointed-toe red pumps for Friday’s outing.
Princess Charlene of Monaco wears a red dress for practice session ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on June 5 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.
Accessories were minimal for the royal, save for gold hoop earrings. Princess Charlene’s signature short hair was longer than usual, with a side part for a sleek approach. The royal was joined by her husband of nearly 15 years, Prince Albert II, for Friday’s practice session.
Princess Charlene has a long history of attending the Monaco Grand Prix. In years past, the royal has worn a bevy of designer looks courtesy of such labels and fashion houses as Louis Vuitton, worn in 2024, and Akris, which she’s worn several times between 2018 through 2023.
Princess Charlene of Monaco wears a red dress for practice session ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on June 5 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.
The Monaco Grand Prix officially kicks off on Friday and concludes on Sunday. Drivers will race the iconic 3.337km street circuit in Monte Carlo. Practice sessions conclude Friday, followed by another practice session on Saturday and qualifying race. The main draw race will take place on Sunday. Louis Vuitton serves as the title sponsor for the event for the first time.
MONTE-CARLO, MONACO – MAY 25: Princess Charlene and Prince Albert II of Monaco on the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 25, 2025 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
MONACO, MONACO – MAY 25: (EDITOR’S NOTE : NO TABLOIDS WEB & PRINT, NO DAILY MAIL, NO DAILY MAIL GROUP, NO BILD, NO CHI, NO VOICI, NO CLOSER) HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, Lando Norris and HSH Princess Charlene of Monaco attend the Gala Dinner For The F1 Grand Prix Of Monaco on May 25, 2025 in Monaco, Monaco. (Photo by Arnold Jerocki/WireImage)
MONTE-CARLO, MONACO – MAY 26: Prince Albert of Monaco and Princess Charlene look on, from the podium during the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco at Circuit de Monaco on May 26, 2024 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
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