From Vanity Fair · Blanche Marcel · · 1m 20s
Princess Grace Kelly's Scorpio Ball
Princess Grace Kelly hosted a Scorpio-themed 40th birthday party in Monte Carlo with celebrities born under the sign.
In brief
Princess Grace Kelly hosted a Scorpio-themed 40th birthday party in Monte Carlo with celebrities born under the sign. Princess Grace Kelly celebrated her 40th birthday with a Scorpio-themed ball at the Hôtel de l’Hermitage in Monte Carlo. Originally reported by Vanity Fair.
Grace Kelly's Astrological Passion
Grace Kelly, born November 12, 1929, was a Scorpio and proud of her astrological sign.
Scorpio Ball Hosted in Monte Carlo
Princess Grace organized a Scorpio-themed party for her 40th birthday on November 15, 1969, at the Hôtel de l’Hermitage in Monte Carlo.
Scorpio Guest List
The party invited celebrities born under the sign of Scorpio, including Swedish actress Hjördis Paulina Genberg, American actor Rock Hudson, and Italian actress Virna Lisi.
Elizabeth Taylor's Special Invite
Elizabeth Taylor, born under Pisces, was granted special permission to attend due to her husband's Scorpio sign.
Taylor's Diamond Necklace
Taylor wore a Cartier diamond necklace valued at $1 million, a gift from Richard Burton two weeks earlier.
Scorpio Dress Code
Guests followed a dress code of red, black, and white, inspired by Scorpio's colors.
Princess Grace's Attire
Grace wore an off-the-shoulder black velvet Balenciaga dress from the fall-winter 1967 couture collection.
Scorpio-Themed Decor
The ball featured red candles, portraits of famous Scorpios, and a cake with golden scorpions.
The one thing
Princess Grace Kelly celebrated her 40th birthday with a Scorpio-themed ball at the Hôtel de l’Hermitage in Monte Carlo.
