Queen Letizia of Spain made headlines by donning an all-white outfit during the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, standing out in a gathering where black is the customary color for women. This rare honor, known as 'privilège du blanc,' allows select Catholic royal women to wear white in the presence of the pope. Alongside six other women, she symbolizes a special status recognized by the Catholic Church. Experts emphasize this tradition underscores the Church's expectations for attire while acknowledging the significance of royal Catholic figures within its community.
Black garments signify "humility and the desire to remain unnoticed," Dr. Taylor Marshall explained on X (formerly Twitter). Queen Letizia's white attire stood out remarkably.
Dr. Marshall stated, "It's a reminder that the Catholic Church holds high standards for the attire of the laity and recognizes Catholic monarchs as integral to Christendom."
Pope Leo XIV's inauguration ceremony included Queen Letizia, one of only seven women granted the 'privilege of white,' contrasting with traditional black attire.
Media praise for Queen Letizia's 'disruptive' style overlooks the significance of the privilege of white, a respected tradition in the Catholic Church.
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