"These old family photograph albums bring back memories of all the happy times we had together in that almost unbelievable world before the Revolution."

"We used to see each other quite often either in Germany, or in Russia. I loved my Russian family and I loved Russia too"

"Olga, Marie, Anastasia and Tatiana were all very beautiful. I remember I had always secretly hoped to marry Marie."

"Yet anyone less like an autocrat than my uncle Nicky would be hard to imagine…he was a very, very kind-hearted simple charming man."

"He was never happier than when he was outside playing with his children. I remember he would purchase us all chocolate-ices, and after, settle down with a long book to read quietly in peace"

"And now, all that was finished. All the happy memories were things of the past…"

Charlotte Casiraghi Monaco Grand Prix 2026 conquers the scene with plum-coloured leather, matelassé bag and two-tone details

The centerpiece of the entire look is a sleeveless mini dress in soft leather, which catches the eye for its rigorous yet sensual structure and unusual colour choice. Charlotte abandons classic whites and navy blues to embrace a deep, magnetic plum colour, an intense shade that enhances her natural colours.

Under the Monaco afternoon sun, as the street circuit lights up for Saturday qualifying, the Monaco Grand Prix 2026 , amidst the roar of the engines and the scorching asphalt of Monte Carlo, the daughter of Princess Caroline of Monaco ( Hanover ) walks with a confident stride, transforming the pit lane into a catwalk with a strong character, where romanticism gives way to a bold, modern femininity.

Entirely signed Chanel, the Parisian fashion house of which Charlotte is a historic ambassador and inspirational muse, the outfit breaks the classic patterns of the boat or beach look, focusing on unexpected materials and shades for the summer season.

In her hand, Charlotte clutches a pair of dark metallic-rimmed sunglasses and a fuchsia case, while at her neck, contrasting with the plum of the dress, stands the Official Gold VIP Pass of the Automobile Club de Monaco.