The Swiss Guards have been serving the pope
for more than 500 years. Their colorful outfit has
evolved somewhat over the years (from no
official uniform to this over-the-top ensemble), but
it's generally believed that the inspiration for
this current version comes from a Renaissance-era
painting by Raphael.
[See more here @ tnchick's colorful meme.]
A divine choice for today, Alexa!
ReplyDeleteHowever he got those spiffy duds is fine with me. What a fun shot. I wonder what he wears on his off-hours. Maybe sort of like this Gary Larson cartoon.
ReplyDeletewow... so colorful that you can't just ignore it. :D
ReplyDeleteMine's up, too!
http://bisdakbabbles.com/2010/08/07/photohunt-colorful-2/
I think this is the best costume for the guards that I have ever seen (in photo). So colorful! Happy weekend!
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aloha,
ReplyDeletethat's a great interpretation, isn't this a fun theme today...i love the color of this guard - would love to visit roma again soon!
mine is on my sari blog today
a perfect choice for today's colorful theme.
ReplyDeleteI think I would have a hard time feeling important in such a get-up!
ReplyDeleteThe color stands out so brilliantly against the gray walls of the building! It is definitely an eye-catcher!
ReplyDeletewow
ReplyDeletecolourful to say the least!
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