Why Only Royal Catholic Women Can Wear White Before the Pope
Most women must wear black in the Pope’s presence—but a few are allowed to wear white. This post explores the rare Catholic tradition known as the Privilège du Blanc.
Most women must wear black in the Pope’s presence—but a few are allowed to wear white. This post explores the rare Catholic tradition known as the Privilège du Blanc.
The pope never bows to royalty—and there’s a reason. Discover the spiritual weight behind this tradition and why kings still kneel before the throne of God.
To the modern eye, the red shoes worn by the Pope may look like a regal flourish—ornamental, maybe even outdated. But they are anything but superficial. These crimson shoes are rooted in a tradition soaked in blood, sacrifice, and holy symbolism. They are a visible reminder of martyrdom.