On Saturday, The King and Queen of Spain undertook their first public engagement of 2024.
For the first time, Their Majesties were joined by their eldest daughter, Princess Leonor, as they presided over the traditional celebration of the Pascua Militar. This event is deeply rooted in the Spanish military and dates back to 1782 during the reign of Carlos III. The ceremony is held annually on the day of Epiphany at the Royal Palace of Madrid.
Following the parade, King Felipe, Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor made their way to the Throne Room within the Palace to meet officials from the Government, the Ministry of Defence and the Civil Guard.
It is customary for royal women to wear a full-length skirt for the Pascua Militar ceremony and today, the Queen of Spain wore a black column skirt by Spanish brand, Boüret, valued at €290. Crafted from crepe, the skirt boasts a high waist and a slit at the back.
Queen Letizia paired it with a light taupe silk blouse featuring a rolled neck and long sleeves.
During the outdoor parade, she covered up with her black Carolina Herrera Fur Collar Wrap Cape.
Letizia carried her black Carolina Herrera 'Astrud' Clutch, and on her feet were her PINKCHIC Guagua 'Daniela' Pumps in black.
To complete the look, Letizia wore a pair of vintage-style gold and diamond drop earrings, which were first worn for Infanta Sofia's confirmation last May.
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Queen Letizia debuts a red Dries Van Noten midi dress at the Instituto Cervantes directors meeting19/12/2023
On Tuesday, Queen Letizia presided over the annual meeting of Instituto Cervantes directors at the Oscar Niemeyer International Cultural Center in Avilés (Asturias).
The Cervantes Institute serves as a cornerstone for nurturing the linguistic and cultural heritage shared by the nations and individuals within the Spanish-speaking community. With a global presence spanning 88 cities across 45 countries, it extends its reach through dedicated centers, classrooms, and extensions on five continents.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
DRESS: NEW! Dries Van Noten 'Davion' Crepe Midi Dress in Red. Available at Bergdorf Goodman (US$1,165), Tessabit (US$976), and Harvey Nichols (£840). OUTERWEAR: NEW! Carolina Herrera maxi wool coat in black. HANDBAG: Carolina Herrera Victoria Insignia Satchel Bag in Black (repeat). SHOES: LT elastic boots in black (repeat). BELT: Hugo Boss black wide waist belt with rectangle covered buckle (repeat). EARRINGS: Aldao Joyeros ruby cabochon and diamond dangle earrings (repeat).
On Wednesday, King Felipe and Queen Letizia chaired the meeting of the Princess of Girona Foundation's Board of Trustees at The Royal Palace in Madrid.
During the meeting, the 2023 activity report was presented along with the 2024 action plan.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
TOP: Hugo Boss 'Banora' Blouse in Red (repeat). SKIRT: Carolina Herrera Poppy-Print Knit Skirt in Black (repeat). BELT: Burberry ruffle leather waist belt in black (repeat). SHOES: NEW! Black suede boots with mid-heel (unidentified).
Queen Letizia, the honorary president of the FAD Youth Foundation, presided over the meeting of the Board of Trustees, which took place at the CaixaBank headquarters in Madrid on Tuesday.
During the board meeting, the 2024-2026 Awareness Strategy, defining thematic and executive lines for Fad Youth Foundation campaigns, was presented, along with the 2024 Action Plan, outlining next year's challenges and activities.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
OUTERWEAR: Carolina Herrera Double-Breasted Wool-Blend Coat in Black (repeat). TOP: Sandro V Neck Silk Shirt in Black (repeat). SKIRT: Adolfo Dominguez Soleil Pleats Skirt in White (repeat). BELT: Hugo Boss black wide waist belt with rectangle covered buckle (repeat). HANDBAG: Carolina Herrera Victoria Insignia Satchel Bag in Black (repeat). SHOES: NEW! PINKCHIC Guagua 'Daniela' Pumps in Black (€106). EARRINGS: Unidentified pearl drop hoops (repeat). Possibly the Pandora Treated Freshwater Cultured Baroque Pearl Hoop Earrings (US$125).
On Monday, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain chaired the annual meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Instituto Cervantes at the Royal Palace of Aranjuez.
This was followed by lunch and the presentation of the Ñ Prize in its third edition to Dieter Ingenschay, a German professor of Hispanic Languages at Humboldt University of Berlin.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
PANTSUIT: Hugo Boss 'Jaline' Double-Breasted Blazer in Red (repeat) with coordinating boot-cut trousers (similar style shown below). TOP: Carolina Herrera Crosshatch Houndstooth Blouse in Red (repeat). EARRINGS: Aldao Joyeros diamond and ruby cabochon earrings (repeat).
On Wednesday, The King and Queen of Spain were joined by their eldest daughter, Princess Leonor for the Solemn Opening of the XV Legislature at the Palacio de las Cortes in Madrid.
The Solemn Opening of the Legislature occurs following the confirmation of the President's investiture by the Government Congress of Deputies and the Executive members who pledge their positions before His Majesty the King.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
OUTERWEAR: Carolina Herrera Fur Collar Cape in Navy (repeat). DRESS: Carolina Herrera Button Detail Long Sleeve Dress in Red (repeat). HANDBAG: Magrit 'Lea' Clutch in Burgundy (repeat). SHOES: NEW! PINKCHIC Guagua 'Daniela' Pumps in Bordeaux (€106). EARRINGS: Gold & Roses 'I Am Red Needle' Earrings (repeat).
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Queen Letizia looks elegant in green & white ensemble for BBVA Microfinance Foundation tech event15/11/2023
On Wednesday, the Queen of Spain led proceedings at the BBVA Microfinance Foundation event on combating digital poverty.
The event, held at the BBVA Foundation headquarters in the Palacio del Marqués de Salamanca in Madrid, focused on the technological tools that help improve the lives of vulnerable people and how they are being used to serve millions of microentrepreneurs in Latin America.
Queen Letizia delivered the keynote address.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
TOP: Carolina Herrera pussy-bow blouse in white (repeat). EARRINGS: Gold & Roses Jardin de Aire Earrings with Diamonds and Emeralds (repeat).
Tuesday proved to be a busy day of public engagements for the Queen of Spain as she, alongside her husband, King Felipe VI, commenced the day at the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía in Madrid to inaugurate the exhibition 'PICASSO 1906: The Great Transformation.'
The exhibition explores the pivotal year of 1906 in Pablo Picasso's artistic development. It delves into the artist's radical experimentation and his embrace of new artistic sources, including African and Iberian art, which led to a fundamental shift in his work and paved the way for the birth of Cubism.
Following this event, Queen Letizia went solo to attend the XXI edition of the El Mundo International Journalism Awards ceremony at the Museo Nacional del Prado.
Her Majesty presented the awards to Carlos Dada, director of El Faro, and the Press Freedom award to the Turkish columnist Ece Temelkuran for their work in upholding the defense of freedom of expression and commitment to journalistic integrity.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
SEPARATES: Carolina Herrera pantsuit in red featuring a long-line blazer and slim-fit trousers (repeats). TOP: Hugo Boss 'Cylani' Blouse in Blush Pink (repeat). SHOES: Patrizia Pepe Mary Jane Block Heel Pumps in Mauve Patent Leather (repeat). EARRINGS: Diamond teardrop dangle earrings (repeat).
The King and Queen of Spain began their final day of the State Visit to Denmark with a farewell meeting at Fredensborg Palace with Queen Margrethe II, where tradition dictates that they sign a glass panel using a diamond-tipped pen to commemorate their official visit.
Subsequently, King Felipe and Queen Letizia visited the Danish Architecture Centre (DAC) at BLOX on Copenhagen harborside where they were joined by Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary.
DAC is an international cultural attraction passionate about engaging more people in the world of architecture. It explores architecture, design, and sustainable urban development.
Their Majesties wrapped up their three-day State Visit with a reception at the Moltke Palace, where they met Spanish expatriates living in Denmark.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
SHOES: Prada Pointed Toe 100 Pumps in Nude Patent Leather, and later the Lodi 'Mocley-X' Pumps in Pink Suede (repeats). EARRINGS: NEW! Pdpaola Large 'Sugar' Earrings in Gold (US$130).
The King and Queen of Spain are currently in the midst of their three-day State Visit to Denmark. On the second day, they commenced their activities at the Kastellet, where they were joined by Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary to lay a wreath in tribute to soldiers who had lost their lives.
From the citadel, the royals moved to Copenhagen City Hall, where they were joined by Queen Margrethe II for a reception.
Following that, they toured the University of Copenhagen, examining a collection of Spanish documents and engaging with Spanish academics and researchers from various Danish universities.
In the afternoon, Crown Princess Mary and Queen Letizia paid a visit to Rigshospitalet, where they had the opportunity to see the ongoing construction of the Mary Elisabeth Hospital, a new world-class children's hospital in Denmark named in honour of the Crown Princess.
WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE
OUTERWEAR: Carolina Herrera Double-Breasted Straight-Fit Coat in Camel (repeat). DRESS: NEW! Dándara Raglan Sleeves Midi Dress in Green (€79.99). HANDBAG: Furla 1927 Top Handle Mini Bag in Toni Ballerina Floral (repeat). SHOES: NEW! Lodi 'Mocley-X' Pumps in Pink Suede (€145). EARRINGS: Queen Sofia’s emerald and diamond earrings (repeat). |
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