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Grace de Monaco is a lifestyle brand inspired by the elegance and charitable spirit of Princess Grace of Monaco. Created to honour her legacy, the brand embodies timeless sophistication and refinement, offering a curated selection of products that reflect the allure she personified. From fine fragrances to exclusive accessories, each item is a tribute to her legendary style.
The fragrances are crafted with rare, high-quality ingredients, while candles and home scents are designed to bring a serene ambience to any space. Accessories include silk scarves featuring exquisite designs that reflect the princess’s image, and sunglasses that blend her classic glamour with modern craftsmanship.
Every product under the Grace de Monaco label is crafted with a commitment to quality. Embracing the concept of luxury for good, the brand donates 100% of its profits to the Princess Grace Foundation-USA, supporting the arts community and emerging talents in theatre, dance and film. The brand has become a symbol of luxury with a purpose, seamlessly blending the worlds of high fashion, fragrance and philanthropy.
Meena Gohil, the dynamic Account Executive for Grace de Monaco at Harrods London, leads the brand’s fragrance experience with exceptional expertise and charisma. Born in Kenya and enriched by her diverse Arabic and Asian ancestry, Meena infuses a unique cultural perspective into her work. Her impressive career journey, from styling multiple celebrity clients in the fashion world to overseeing exclusive perfumes, has positioned her as a key figure for Grace de Monaco at Harrods’s prestigious Salon de Parfum on the 6th floor.
Recently, Meena led the in-store launch of Promenade Sous Les Étoiles Eau de Parfum, the newest addition to the Grace de Monaco fragrance line. She is commit-ted to empowering women worldwide, driven by a mission of spreading positivity and passion. Her vibrant energy and zest for life make her a true inspiration, appealing to those who appreciate the beauty of luxury with a purpose.
Image: Stylist: Adrian Toala. Jewellery: Cheshire Jewels. Photo: Saeid Kargozar
Princess Grace’s deep affection for her Irish heritage
Princess Grace of Monaco, formerly Grace Kelly, had strong ties to Ireland through her paternal grandfather, John Henry Kelly. Born in Drumilra, near Newport in County Mayo, he left for the United States in 1867 at the age of twenty where he married and had ten children. His son, John Brendan Kelly, was the father of Princess Grace.
The Kellys rose to prominence in Philadelphia and were a prosperous family. Grace’s father, John B. Kelly Sr., was a three-time Olympic gold medallist in rowing and a successful businessman. Her mother, Margaret Majer Kelly, a former model, became a physical education instructor and the first coach of women’s athletic teams at the University of Pennsylvania. Grace’s brother, John B. Kelly Jr., excelled in rowing, winning national championships and competing in four Olympic Games. Her uncle, George Kelly, was a distinguished actor and playwright, winning the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1926.
Grace Kelly’s career was marked by extraordinary success. She starred in notable films like High Noon, Rear Window and To Catch a Thief. Her performance in The Country Girl earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress, solidifying her legacy before retiring from acting at the age of twenty-six to marry Prince Rainier and embrace her role as Princess of Monaco.
Princess Grace had a deep affection for Ireland and her Irish heritage, which drew her to visit the country and County Mayo many times. In 1961, during a state visit to Ireland, she and her husband visited her family’s homestead. In 1976, she purchased the cottage where her grandfather had grown up and planned to build a holiday home in Drumilra, though these plans were never realised due to her tragic death in a car accident in 1982.
In 1984, Prince Rainier III founded the Princess Grace Irish Library in memory of his late wife’s connection to her Irish heritage. An avid collector of Irish literature, Princess Grace’s personal collection of books and sheet music became the foundation of the library. Today, it holds an extensive array of Irish literature, history and cultural works, featuring renowned authors such as Oscar Wilde, John M. Synge, George Bernard Shaw and Samuel Beckett. The library also boasts many rare books and first editions, including a first full edition of James Joyce’s Ulysses.
Today, a statue of the princess, created by Mayo-based sculptor Mark Rode, stands near her ancestral home. Unveiled by her son, Prince Albert of Monaco, the statue is based on a photograph of the Oscar-winner that Albert personally selected.
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