Monaco's Casiraghi Steps Away from His Homeland
Spotlight Shunners: The Monegasque Royals
For some members of the Monegasque royal family, staying out of the limelight is a preference. Take Tatiana Santo Domingo (41), for instance, who oozed casual elegance at her fashion label Muzungu Sisters' summer festival in London, sporting jeans and sneakers. Accompanied by her daughter India (10), they showcased their new mother-daughter collection. Delicate blue mushroom embroidery graced white fabric, courtesy of a small Indian workshop.
Tatiana and her husband, Andrea Casiraghi (40), have been living in London for 13 years, avoiding the familiar confines of Monaco whenever possible. Despite being known to be somewhat shy in the principality, Andrea chatted easily with fellow parents at this event. Together with their three children, they allegedly own a residence in Switzerland since 2023, outside of their primary abode in the British capital. They tend to return to Monaco only for significant events such as the Rose Ball in March or National Day in November.
These privacy-seekers long for a tranquil life away from the glare of the spotlight. A once-close friend of Tatiana, who attended her 2014 wedding in Gstaad, Switzerland, confirmed this, saying, "They moved to London to live undisturbed and anonymously." In the quaint town of Saanen, close to the glamorous Gstaad in the Swiss Alps, their children attends the world-renowned JFK International School. For Tatiana, a part of her childhood was spent in Switzerland, making it a place filled with cherished memories.
Before her relationship with Monegasque royalty, Tatiana was already circulating among the international jet set. Born in New York, she attended educational institutions in Geneva, Paris, and London. Her grandfather made a fortune with the Bavaria Brewery, leaving her with a sixth of his wealth in 2011. Her social circle includes influential figures such as Greek shipping heiress Eugenie Niarchos (38) and Margherita Missoni (42) from the famous Italian fashion family.
Tatiana, alongside Iranian human rights activist Dana Alikhani (41), co-founded Muzungu Sisters in 2011, a brand that sells ethically produced goods from small artisan workshops in South America, Africa, and Asia. The vibrant fabrics and bohemian silhouettes have garnered a devoted following in London and Gstaad. Yet, in Monaco, where designer names like Dior, Chanel, Gucci, and Prada dominate, Tatiana's style often stands out as a burst of color among the usual fashion statements.
Despite being active in the Monegasque construction industry, Andrea Casiraghi seems reluctant to take on the public duties traditionally associated with the royal family, preferring to work from London or Saanen. A life in the palace? Apparently not their cup of tea. After all, "Muzungu" means "traveler" in Swahili, and it seems this lifestyle better suits their restless spirits than the rigid roles of a lifetime royal guest.
- Tatiana Casiraghi, a Monegasque royal, enjoys the casual elegance of workshops in South America, Africa, and Asia for her fashion brand Muzungu Sisters, which sells ethically produced goods.
- Andrea Casiraghi, Tatiana's husband, inherited a life of royalty but prefers the tranquility of a lifestyle that allows him to work in London or Saanen, avoiding the frequent events in Monaco.
- Living undisturbed and anonymously in London since 2014, the Casiraghis also own a residence in Switzerland where their children attend the JFK International School.
- Andrea Casiraghi's fashion choices often stand out in Monaco, contrasting with luxury brands like Dior, Chanel, Gucci, and Prada, evoking the brand's core values of travel and exploration.
- Muzungu Sisters' home-and-garden, fashion-and-beauty, and travel workshops provide unique pieces that reflect Tatiana Casiraghi's vibrant lifestyle, a stark contrast to the monochromatic economic and social policies often associated with the Monegasque royals.
