Princess Charlene dazzles in sheer beaded Jenny Packham at Monaco foundation gala
Princess Charlene of Monaco wore a black beaded Jenny Packham gown to the 20th anniversary gala for the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation.
She attended with her husband, Prince Albert II of Monaco, on 18 September at the Salle Garnier of the Opéra de Monte-Carlo in Monaco. The Prince’s foundation billed the night as a private gala evening to mark two decades of work. Hello! Magazine
The dress did the talking. It had a high neckline and a sheer capelet over the neckline and shoulders. Cascading rows of tonal beading fell over black fabric to create a fringed effect.
The gown is priced at £2,540. Jenny Packham, a British designer known for evening wear and bridal, made it. Prince Albert II kept it classic beside her in a black tuxedo and bow tie.
The foundation behind the party was established by Prince Albert II in 2006. It focuses on climate change, biodiversity and water resources. It describes itself as a global non-profit organisation committed to progressing Planetary Health for present and future generations. Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation
What makes this stand out is the designer link. Charlene has worn Packham before. She chose a shimmering champagne Jenny Packham gown for the closing ceremony of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival in June 2026.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, has a long history with the same label. She wore a bespoke pale blue polka-dot Jenny Packham dress outside St Mary’s Hospital on 23 July 2013 to introduce newborn Prince George with Prince William.
For fans, this was classic Charlene evening dressing. Sleek hair. Minimal jewels. Let the beads catch the light. The foundation called its anniversary programme “An exceptional Gala to celebrate 20 years of action for the planet.”
