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Charlotte Casiraghi skips Chanel tweed for unexpected jeans look in Paris


Charlotte Casiraghi's signature style has always favored understated luxury


Charlotte Casiraghi skips Chanel tweed for unexpected jeans look in Paris© REX Features/Shutterstock /The Grosby Group
Daniel NeiraSenior Writer
JULY 7, 2026 5:29 PM EDT

Charlotte Casiraghi proved that royal style doesn't always require couture gowns or polished tweed suits as she stepped out in a surprisingly relaxed ensemble for Chanel's Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026-2027 show during Paris Fashion Week on July 7.

The Monégasque royal and longtime Chanel ambassador embraced the French effortless chic aesthetic, trading the fashion house's signature structured silhouettes for a contemporary denim look while taking her place in the coveted front row at the Grand Palais.

Charlotte Casiraghi embraced effortless French chic in relaxed Chanel denim while attending the Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026-2027 show during Paris Fashion Week.© AFP PHOTO/The Grosby Group
Charlotte Casiraghi embraced effortless French chic in relaxed Chanel denim while attending the Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2026-2027 show during Paris Fashion Week.

Instead of opting for an elegant dress, Casiraghi wore a pair of loose-fitting, low-rise dark-wash jeans from Chanel's Spring/Summer 2026 collection, pairing them with an oversized light blue button-down shirt featuring delicate white pinstripes from the house's Métiers d'Art 2026 collection.

The simple yet chic shirt was casually tucked into the relaxed denim, creating an understated silhouette that balanced sophistication with everyday ease.

The Monégasque royal completed her unexpected Chanel look with a striped button-down, classic black slingback heels and a cherry-red handbag.© AFP PHOTO/The Grosby Group
The Monégasque royal completed her unexpected Chanel look with a striped button-down, classic black slingback heels and a cherry-red handbag.

She elevated the minimalist outfit with classic black pointed-toe Chanel slingback heels and carried a striking cherry-red shopping tote featuring an embossed crocodile-effect finish, adding a vibrant pop of color to the otherwise understated palette. 

Completing the look were delicate gold bracelets, rings, understated earrings and sleek black sunglasses, reinforcing the polished yet effortless mood.

Charlotte Casiraghi's soft waves, natural makeup and glossy coral-red manicure complemented her understated front-row ensemble.© Abaca Press
Charlotte Casiraghi's soft waves, natural makeup and glossy coral-red manicure complemented her understated front-row ensemble.

Her beauty look perfectly complemented the relaxed styling. Casiraghi wore her brunette hair loose in soft, natural waves with a deep side part, while her fresh, luminous makeup emphasized glowing skin, softly defined eyes and a natural rosy lip. 

A glossy coral-red manicure added another subtle burst of color that echoed her statement handbag.

Charlotte Casiraghi skips Chanel tweed for unexpected jeans look in Paris© REX Features/Shutterstock /The Grosby Group
Charlotte Casiraghi skips Chanel tweed for unexpected jeans look in Paris

As an official ambassador for Chanel, Casiraghi's unexpected embrace of denim stood out among the glamorous haute couture atmosphere, offering a modern interpretation of royal dressing rooted in quiet luxury rather than formal tradition.

She joined an exclusive guest list at the presentation that included Pedro Pascal, Michelle Yeoh, Tilda Swinton, Carole Bouquet, and Spanish filmmakers Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, better known as Los Javis.


Charlotte Casiraghi's signature style has always favored understated luxury:

While Charlotte Casiraghi frequently wears Chanel for official appearances and fashion events, her personal style has long been defined by understated elegance rather than trend-driven dressing. 

Charlotte Casiraghi's signature style has always favored understated luxury© Best Image/The Grosby Group
Charlotte Casiraghi's signature style has always favored understated luxury

The Monégasque royal often gravitates toward timeless tailoring, neutral palettes and effortless silhouettes that reflect the quiet luxury aesthetic, making her latest denim look a natural extension of her wardrobe rather than a dramatic departure.