Ten years ago, Europe witnessed one of its most glamorous society weddings. Pierre Casiraghi of Monaco - son of Princess Caroline and grandson of Grace Kelly - married Beatrice Borromeo , the Italian journalist and aristocrat with movie-star looks and a wardrobe to rival any front-row regular.
Beatrice, who once worked as a political journalist for Il Fatto Quotidiano and Newsweek, stepped into royal life with ease - bringing with her a razor-sharp intellect, a discerning eye for fashion, and a résumé most royals would envy. The daughter of an Italian Count and a member of one of Italy's oldest aristocratic families.
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With her platinum hair, sculptural cheekbones and signature sense of understated elegance, Beatrice is often compared to her iconic grandmother-in-law, Princess Grace Kelly. Both women share that rare, cinematic quality - timeless, regal, and effortlessly captivating. Whether attending royal ceremonies, fashion weeks, or high-society galas, Beatrice continues to prove that grace isn’t just inherited - it’s embodied.
Pierre Casiraghi and Beatrice Borromeo Casiraghi attended the Dior Cruise show at Drummond Castle in 2024
The daughter of Don Carlo Ferdinando and a descendant of one of Italy’s oldest noble dynasties, Beatrice hails from the legendary Borromeo family. Now a stylish mother of two young sons, Beatrice is expecting her third child - it’s been revealed she’s pregnant with a baby girl. The joyous news came via journalist and ICON magazine founder Inga Griese, who attended the Dior Cruise 2026 show in May 2025, where Beatrice, glowing in couture, quietly confirmed the happy development.
The Monegasque royal looked so chic in her statement suit
Does the Borromeo family still exist?
Absolutely. The family dates back to the 14th century and still owns several historic properties, including the postcard-perfect Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore.
Where does Beatrice Borromeo live?
Born in Innichen, Italy, she studied in Milan and Paris before settling in Monaco with her husband, Pierre. The couple met while both were studying in Milan, and their friendship soon blossomed into romance. They married in 2015 in a spectacular two-part wedding celebration: a civil ceremony in Monaco and a lavish Italian ceremony on Isola Bella.
How many children does Beatrice Borromeo have?
She has two sons - Stefano and Francesco - and is now joyfully expecting her third child, a daughter.
From Dior daywear to red carpet Valentino, we round up her 10 most breathtaking fashion moments to date...
Beatrice turned heads on the red carpet in a surreal Valentino gown - white ruffles blooming over sheer black panels, cinched with a burst of black beadwork. Ethereal and architectural all at once, the sculptural dress was a couture fever dream. The royal joined the designer of her dress, Valentino Garavani himself, to attend The Devil Wears Prada's Venice screening at Palazzo del Casino.
Long before she was a royal, Beatrice Borromeo glided onto the Venice red carpet in this ethereal champagne satin gown complete with an embellished halterneck. The liquid-silk draping, soft train, and delicate ivory appliqué gave full Grace Kelly-meets-Botticelli vibes. With her curled ponytail and luminous skin, she looked like a screen siren cast in marble.
During the Babel premiere at the 2006 Cannes Film Festival Beatrice Borromeo wore a stunning red gown with elegant tiered ruffles. The bodice featured a fitted, ruched design. She completed the look with elegant drop earrings and subtle makeup, letting the vibrant colour and elegant design of the gown make a striking statement on the Croisette.
Beatrice Borromeo stunned in a sleeveless, plunging halter top covered in black sequins to attend the Monaco Yacht Club opening on June 20, 2014. She paired the top with sleek white trousers and completes the look with black stiletto heels. Her minimalist jewellery and clutch bag added a touch of sophistication to this chic, modern evening look.
For her wedding in Italy, Beatrice was radiant in a flowing white gown with a fitted bodice and a full skirt from Giorgio Armani. The dress featured a deep V-neckline and delicate draping, creating a romantic and ethereal look. Her hair was elegantly styled in a dramatic updo, completing the bridal elegance with understated jewellery.
Pierre Casiraghi and Beatrice attend the Monaco National day celebrations in the Palace courtyard on November 19, 2017. The aristocrat wore a sophisticated ensemble featuring a beige top paired with a black high-waisted skirt. She accessorises with a matching beret hat adorned with a veil, gold earrings, and a black handbag, exuding elegance and classic style.
In this opulent pink-and-black velvet dress, Beatrice embraced romantic maximalism while arriving by boat at Venice Film Festival. The high neck, vertical striping, and corset-like structure made for a regal yet modern silhouette.
Beatrice donned a green and black striped opera coat laden with vintage flair during the Monaco National Day Celebrations on November 19, 2019. The statement outerwear featured dramatic, oversized sleeves and a high collar. She accessorised with a black beret, leather gloves, and heels, a look reminiscent of classic Hollywood glamour.
Beatrice embodied timeless Hollywood glamour in a champagne-hued, sequin-covered gown with a plunging neckline and sweeping skirt. Paired with long white gloves and a diamond necklace, it was peak Rose Ball fantasy - graceful, glitzy, and impossibly chic.
Nothing says Monégasque glamour like co-ordinated couture. Beatrice stunned in a structured red skirt suit and wide-brim hat, perfectly matched to her sons’ red velvet trousers for Monaco's National Day. Sophisticated and striking, she looked radiant at the principality’s grandest event.
Beatrice dazzled in a golden embroidered gown at the 2022 Monaco National Day ball. With sheer puffed sleeves, glittering embellishments and a tiara-like headband, she was the picture of storybook royalty - ready to step into a modern fairytale.
Beatrice was spotted in a stylish cream double-breasted blazer, on January 24, 2022 during Paris Haute Couture Week, paired with a matching pleated mini skirt. Her outfit was complemented by nude pumps and a small, structured Lady D-Lite handbag from Dior. The clean lines and monochromatic palette create a polished and refined appearance, perfect for attending the SS24 shows that season.
A tweed fantasy come to life, Beatrice embraced a modern mini cape-dress moment at Dior. With matching over-the-knee boots and a veiled beret, the Paris Fashion Week look was - playful, posh, and a little mysterious.
In crimson velvet and a pillbox hat, Beatrice gave us serious Jackie O meets Monaco realness. Paired with diamond studs and soft curls, the look was refined yet romantic for the 2023 Monaco National Day.
On this regal occasion in March 2023, Beatrice dressed in an opulent off-the-shoulder gown featuring gold and black lace details. The voluminous skirt and intricate bodice exuded grandeur beffiting the legendary Monaco Rose Ball. She accessorised with a statement crown-like headpiece, making a memorable entrance.
Beatrice Borromeo attended the Jeanne du Barry screening at Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2023 in a floor-length lace gown featuring intricate patterns. The Dior dress boasted a plunging neckline and long sleeves, combining elegance with a hint of allure.
Beatrice Borromeo Casiraghi attended the Christian Dior Haute Couture FW23 show on July 03, 2023. She wore a black, dress that combined sophistication and modernity. She pairs it with black pointed-toe heels and kept her accessories simple, letting the intricate design of the midi dress shine.
For Paris Fashion Week on September 26, 2023 Beatrice wore a classic white midi dress with short sleeves and a belted waist, creating a timeless and feminine silhouette. She pairs the frock with black pointed-toe heels and minimal accessories, letting the simplicity and elegance of the dress stand out.
Beatrice nailed power-dressing with a street style twist for Paris Fashion Week. Her sand-coloured Dior trench emblazoned with graphic black lettering felt part protest, part runway. Paired with sleek boots, black turtleneck, and feline sunglasses, it was high-fashion espionage energy - if your secret agent only wore couture.
Beatrice wore a sumptuous aubergine-hued velvet gown as she graced the scene at the Cannes Film Festival 2024. The timeless garment featured a simple square neck, a thin belt, thick straps and a heavyweight floor-skimming skirt.
The royal made a sartorial statement at the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco in 2024, wearing a sleeveless fit-and-flare dress which showcased an on-trend monochrome colour scheme, a feminine A-line skirt and a classic houndstooth print.
Not one to shy away from a print, Beatrice opted for a twee checked design while attending the Dior Cruise 2025 show at Drummond Castle in Scotland. Featuring a neatly tailored cut and a monochrome, tweed finish, the skirt set was reminiscent of Dior's iconic 1957 'New Look.'
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Dior Haute Couture - 2024
A certified Dior girl, Beatrice attended the star-crested Christian Dior Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2024-2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week. She looked regal in a cherry red dress, complete with a high neckline, long sleeves and elegant silk drapery.
At the 2024 Olympic flame lighting celebrations in Monaco, Beatrice gave us garden-party perfection in a mint-green toile shirt dress by Dior, paired with espadrilles and a raffia ‘Christian Dior’ tote. Her retro shades and swept-back ponytail added a pinch of Grace Kelly charm to the look.
Beatrice floated through Rome like a neoclassical muse in a Grecian-inspired, one-shoulder ivory gown. The draped fabric, subtle train, and elegant shoulder knot were proof that minimalism can still be show-stopping. With slicked-back hair and a soft glow, she looked straight out of a Renaissance painting to attend the Dior Cruise 2026 show held at the Villa Albani Torlonia.
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