At the Élysée, it is impossible to miss the reappearance that is making headlines: Emmanuel Macron has once again worn his sunglasses with blue lenses for the welcome of Grand Duke Guillaume and Grand Duchess Stéphanie on Wednesday, July 1st. You can instantly see the contrast between the iconic look of the president and the warm smile of Brigitte Macron.
In short — the scene began on June 29 with the reception of the Sultan of Oman and continued on July 1 for the official visit from Luxembourg; these sunglasses, the Pacific S 01 model from Henry Jullien, are associated with an “eye issue” mentioned by his entourage and have reignited the debate on style and protocol at the head of the presidency.
The media reappearance and the context at the Élysée
You have undoubtedly spotted the images: after Davos in January, and then the welcome for the Sultan of Oman on June 29, the head of state put his sunglasses back on to greet Guillaume from Luxembourg on July 1. According to an article from Parisien, these sunglasses might be masking an eye irritation, which explains their recurring use in recent appearances.
Welcome and atmosphere during the Grand Duke’s visit
The welcome afforded to Guillaume and Stéphanie was decidedly warm: handshake, ceremonial kiss on the hand, and a family photo on the steps of the Élysée. Brigitte Macron, in a powder pink suit, accompanied the Grand Duchess during a tour of the salons. According to the presidency, the conversation with Guillaume lasted nearly an hour, addressing cross-border cooperation, artificial intelligence, defense, and conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Sunglasses as a political accessory and public narrative
These sunglasses are no longer just a fashion accessory: the mentioned model, already noted in Davos during a subconjunctival hemorrhage, is discussed in the media as a sign of iconic style and non-verbal communication. The specialized press has analyzed the impact of the sartorial choice; for more on the history of the model and its symbolism, see the analysis from Figaro Madame.
Media resonance and the Élysée shop
The media coverage also has a commercial aspect: since June 6, the model has been available at the Élysée House shop for around 650 euros, fueling debates and articles. Between political commentary and remarks about the look, this reappearance feeds the conversation about the presidential image and French politics, while recalling previous episodes, such as Donald Trump’s jab at Davos.
Do you want to extend your visit and understand the family and protocol behind-the-scenes? To learn more about Sébastien Auzière, the regular connections with the Macron family, and other official appointments, find a complete file on Emmanuel Macron’s sunglasses and the account of the Luxembourg reception on sebastien-auziere.fr. You will find anecdotes, photos, and in-depth analyses on the presidency and the public life of the presidential couple.
