Monaco, June 16, 2025 – During the prestigious 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival, Swiss fashion house Akris hosted an exclusive lunch event titled “Women with Purpose.” Held at the iconic Café de Paris, the gathering brought together two remarkable women: Princess Charlène of Monaco and acclaimed actress Robin Wright.
A Meeting of Elegance and Commitment
Princess Charlène dazzled in a chic shirt dress by Akris, embodying refinement and understated elegance. Alongside her, Robin Wright—renowned for her roles in House of Cards and Forrest Gump—captivated with her grace and authenticity. The American actress, guest of honor at the festival, used the occasion to share insights about her career, advocacy, and the importance of female representation in media.
Akris Celebrates Women and a Century of Heritage
This lunch also marked the centennial celebration of Akris, founded in 1922. Under the creative direction of Albert Kriemler, the brand has consistently championed bold and influential women. Through this event, Akris honored both its rich legacy and the inspiring women shaping today’s world.
A Highlight of the Television Festival
The Monte-Carlo Television Festival remains a premier gathering for the international TV industry. This year’s “Women with Purpose” lunch offered a graceful and purposeful pause amid a busy schedule of premieres, panels, and screenings.
The following day, Robin Wright was awarded the prestigious Crystal Nymph Award, presented by Prince Albert II at the festival’s closing ceremony—a well-deserved tribute to her outstanding career.
Against the glamorous backdrop of the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival, the meeting between Princess Charlène and Robin Wright at the Akris-hosted lunch perfectly illustrated how elegance can serve meaningful causes. It was a standout moment where fashion, culture, and female empowerment came together in the heart of Monaco.