Rise of Dior's royally glamorous new muse! Model Alessandra de Osma, 14 when she first met Prince Christian of Hanover, 17, has quietly become a fashion powerhouse

With a guaranteed front row seat at Fashion Week, a handsome prince for a husband and a career as a model on her CV, Alessandra de Osma is certainly one of the most glamorous royals in Europe – even if you may never have heard of her. heard.

Last week it was announced that the mother of three, 35, had one new Dior couture ambassador for Spain, adding a new chapter to her real-life fairytale journey, which began when she crossed paths with the royal family as a teenager.

Alessandra, then 14, served as a tour guide for 17-year-old Prince Christian of Hanover – stepson of Princess Caroline of Monaco – while he was on holiday in her native Peru.

After six years of long-distance friendship, romance blossomed in 2011 when Alessandra moved to Madrid, where Prince Christian was studying business administration.

The lovebirds announced their engagement in 2017 and tied the knot the same year at a modest registry office in Chelsea, London, before celebrating their wedding the following year with a lavish three-day event in Peru – with guests including Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie.

Alessandra, 35, and Christian, 38, currently live in the Spanish capital with their twins Nicolas and Sofia, born in July 2020, and will welcome their third child in March.

Known to her friends as 'Sassa', Alessandra has an impressive CV, with qualifications as a lawyer and a master's degree in fashion and business management.

She signed with Ford Models in New York City at the age of 16 and has gone on to model for a variety of renowned brands, such as Bottega Veneta, Missoni and Pepsi.

The princess adds another achievement to her portfolio and now proudly carries the title of Dior couture ambassador.

Alessandra wrote on Instagram last week: “I am very happy to share that I am the new Dior couture ambassador Spain. Thank you Karen and the rest of the team for thinking of me!'

She shared three photos of herself modeling the resort collection, praising the brand for drawing inspiration from Mexico and collaborating with local artisans.

Peruvian-born Alessandra, 35, has been married since 2017 to Prince Christian of Hanover, 38, the youngest son of Ernst August von Hanover and his first wife Chantal Hochuli.

The couple legally married in November 2017 at a modest registry office in Chelsea, London, before celebrating their nuptials with a lavish three-day event in Peru in March.

Christian, who is second in line to succeed the former Hanoverian throne, is also a descendant of Queen Victoria through her daughter Empress Frederick.

The star-studded Catholic ceremony, held at Peru's Basilica of San Pedro, was attended by Kate Moss, Princess Beatrice, Princess Eugenie and Princess Maria-Olympia of Greece and Denmark. among other things.

The bride stunned in an ivory lace dress by Spanish couturier Jorge Vazquéz a high neck and an extravagant train, while the groom opted for a chic morning suit.

Alessandra was given the honor of wearing the Hanover Floral Tiara, previously worn by Princess Caroline at her wedding in 1999 and by Ernst August Jr.'s wife Ekaterina Malysheva on her wedding day.

The extravagant celebrations continued with lunch at the Club Nacional – where the great and good of Peruvian society have gathered for centuries – and cocktails at Casa Berckemeyer, an art gallery.

Christian, whose mother is Swiss socialite Chantal Hochuli, first met Alessandra in 2005 when the then 14-year-old acted as his tour guide during a visit to Peru.

The teens stayed in touch as friends, but didn't become romantically involved until 2011 when Alessandra moved to Madrid. They dated for six years before announcing their engagement in 2017.

The 35-year-old was born in San Borja, Lima, Peru, to Felipe Juan Luis de Osma Berckemeyer, Executive and Central Commercial Manager of Hermes Transportes Blindados, and Elizabeth María Foy Vásquez, a former model.

Alessandra signed with Ford Models in New York City at the age of 16.

She went on to study law at the University of Lima and obtained a master's degree in fashion and business management from the University of Navarra.

In 2018, she launched accessory label Moi & Sass together with Moira Laporta, specialized in timeless bags, handmade from sustainable leather in Spain.

The brand, which has amassed nearly 30,000 followers on Instagram, designs with an emphasis on delivering durable investment pieces with a minimal aesthetic.

The talented designer appears to get along well with her in-laws, including her brother-in-law Prince Ernst August, named after his father, and sister-in-law Princess Alexandra of Hanover, the only child of Caroline and Ernst August.

The Princess is a well-known presence at Milan Fashion Week and at prominent social gatherings such as the Monaco Rose Ball, consistently showcasing her fashion talent.

Her style choices are inspired by Latino influences, with bold colors, off-the-shoulder necklines and flared ruffles.

Meanwhile, her blossoming handbag brand, often slung over her shoulder, is available in luxury boutiques across Europe.

Christian and Alessandra tend to keep a low profile and largely stay out of the spotlight.

They are parents to twins, Nicolas and Sofia, born in July 2020, and are expecting their third child in March.

Speak with Hello!Alessandra candidly shared her motherhood journey, describing 2020 as one 'very tough year' and yet also the 'most important and happiest'.

She further expressed her commitment to family, saying she started spending more time at home after experiencing motherhood for the first time.