Ah the 1970s. A time of big hair, bigger flares and that undeniable sense of freedom – illustrated perfectly by the iconic fashions of the time.
While there were plenty of trendy famous faces at the time who graced magazine covers, crooned over the soundwaves and poured their heart out before the camera, there was one particular person we cannot get past – even all these years later.
And if you don’t already know, you need to – Princess Caroline AKA the daughter of famed Hollywood actress-turned-royal Grace Kelly is the epitome of 1970s chic.
Born Caroline Louise Marguerite Grimaldi in 1957, the eldest child of the Prince of Monaco and Grace Kelly was definitely blessed with genes that would serve her well in the looks department.
That much became clear as the 1970s arrived. The stunning brunette came into her own, and quickly became a globally recognised fashion icon.
She had her first marriage to Philippe Junot, a Parisian banker 17 years her senior in 1978. The pair made a handsome couple (and yes, this was the wedding featuring that iconic flower-adorned veil).
The marriage lasted little more than two years, and in 1983 Caroline married Stefano Casiraghi, to whom she had three children.
Tragically, Stefano was killed in a speed-boating accident in 1990, when he was just 30 years old.
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In 1999, Caroline married her third husband, Prince Ernst August of Hanover. Together, they had a daughter, princess Alexandra, born 1999.
While her personal life hasn’t been short of many twists and turns, the Princess has also kept herself busy with philanthropic work.
She’s also tried her hand at writing, even penning an essay that laid bare her love for her homeland.
“I feel in my bones that I belong in Monaco,” she famously wrote.
And with that in mind, there’s no denying this Monacan Princess has led quite the colourful life – and her flawless sense of style sets the foundation.
Keep scrolling as we dive into the greatest fashion moments from this seventies siren.
The year was 1970, and Princess Caroline was about to see out a decade of pure, undisputed style wins. And it all began with this rather appropriate boho headscarf.
In 1973, Caroline attended the Volpi Ball in Venice alongside her mum Grace Kelly (pictured in the background). We’re obsessed with her drawstring floaty gown.
In 1974, the Princess attended the famed Red Cross Ball in Monaco, rocking an iconic 70s hairstyle to boot.
Caroline was also getting experimental with makeup at the time – a splash of blue eye shadow never hurt anyone.
Ever the seventies siren, Caroline’s timeless style was the ultimate mood.
In 1978, Caroline was pictured enjoying a day by the ocean. Her chic simmers and je ne sais quoi demeanour is, quite frankly, everything.
Ever the style maven, the royal was pictured in France in 1978 wearing a classic baker boy cap and neck scarf. So Frenchy, so chic.
And who could forget her 1978 wedding to Philippe Junot – this floral adorned veil was a moment in time, never to be forgotten.
In 1979, Caroline glammed up with Philippe for a night out in Paris. Her up-do, accessorised with an early-80s-esque veiled cocktail hat, spelled out yet another glorious decade of fashion to come for the royal.
And indeed as she kicked off the 1980s, Caroline embraced the buzz colour of the time with this one-shouldered delight.
That same year, the Princess looked oh-so-chic as she was snapped in this bold blue blazer.
In 1985, Caroline rocked another version of the one-shoulder silhouette – this Grecian knot was simple and elegant. Loving the return of the blue eye shadow, too!
For the 1985 Red Cross Ball, Caroline wore a get-up worthy of any 80s-themed party nowadays. She was literally glittering!
For Crown Princess Mary and Crown Prince Frederik’s wedding in 2004, the Princess opted for this heavenly gold metallic gown featuring a daring netted plunging neckline.
And the very same year, she rocked some seriously bold (and gold) accessories for the Red Cross Ball.
Proving she is most definitely not afraid to take a fashion risk, the Princess went all out on top for a special Gala Dinner at El Pardo Palace in 2004. This feathered tulle creation was nothing short of head turning.
And she’s never lost her sense of style. In 2017, the Princess was pictured next to fashion legend Karl Largerfeld wearing a chic printed frock that basically summed up Chanel.
And in 2019, the Princess was pictured next to her stunning daughter Charlotte and daughter-in-law Tatiana Casiraghi in Paris. There’s no denying it – Caroline is a timeless beauty.
