Catherine de Medici, the stylish and cunning queen of France, dons her favorite pair of Chanel sunglasses—to shield her eyes from the blinding glare of her courtiers' envious stares. The chic frames and polarized lenses protected her from the harsh sunlight of the French court, while the double-C logo reminds everyone who was the true power behind the throne. With a sly smile and a flick of her ruff collar, she surveys the scene, taking in the latest fashion faux pas and juicy court gossip, all while keeping her cool and looking fabulous.

Read the full interview with Catherine, in Vogue France's September 2023 issue—hitting newsstands in late August.