The Queen of Spain attended the opening of the 40th edition of International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR) in Madrid today.

FITUR is an annual event for tourism professionals from around the world and is the main trade fair for inbound and outbound markets in Latin America.

For the five-day event, Spain has partnered with South Korea, which concurs with the 70th anniversary marking the beginning of diplomatic relations between the two countries. South Korea is presently the third biggest issuing market in Asia for Spain.

For today's outing, Queen Letizia brought back the confetti print Massimo Dutti shirt dress she coincidentally wore for the final engagement of last year's State Visit to South Korea.

She again teamed it with her custom rust-red leather and suede pumps by Magrit.

Letizia finished the look with her bezel set diamond stud earrings.

The Queen of Spain attended a meeting within the framework of the Spanish Red Cross conference on "Gender Violence: Strategies and Challenges" at the charity's headquarters in  Madrid.

The aim of the conference is to evaluate the organisations response in the fight against gender violence. 

The Spanish Red Cross helps more than 20,000 female victims of gender violence per year. In 10 provinces they provide temporary shelter along with employment projects to reinforce personal and professional skills to re-enter the workforce. ​​

Queen Letizia stepped out in a new grey pant suit by Hugo Boss. 

It consists of the BOSS 'Jalorra' Glen Check Double Breasted Wool Jacket and a pair of wide-leg trousers in a matching pattern. I have not been able to find a stock photo of the coordinating trousers.

Queen Letizia teamed it with a soft white blouse.

Draped over her shoulder was a light sand Felipe Varela wool belted wrap coat.

The coat dates back to 2010 but this is the first occasion Letizia has publicly worn it since becoming Queen consort in June 2014.

Letizia complemented the professional look with her Hugo Boss 'Fanila' clutch and black Magrit pointy-toe pumps.

She finished the ensemble with her gold bamboo design huggie hoop earrings.

The Queen of Spain attended audiences ​at the Palace of Zarzuela today.

Her Majesty first received representatives of the Federación de Distribuidores Cinematográficos 'FEDICINE' (Federation of Cinematographic Distributors) where she heard about the challenges facing the film distribution sector. 

Queen Letizia later received representatives of the 'Fiscal Soledad Cazorla Prieto' Fundación Mujeres (Women's Foundation) Scholarship Fund.  Scholarships are given to children whose mothers have died as a result of gender-based violence, and as a result, are economically and emotionally vulnerable.

Queen Letizia brought back separates from the outfit she wore in November 2019 for a visit to Seville.

The top is the red Hugo Boss BOSS 'Banora' gathered neck silk blouse.

The skirt is a custom piece by Carolina Herrera. The poppy print can be found on the designer's short-sleeve knit dress.

Below is a closer look at the black ruffled leather waist belt which Letizia has worn on numerous occasions.

The brand has remained a mystery but I have finally identified it! I found the same style in taupe by Burberry.

Today Letizia wore her black Steve Madden 'Dominique' over-the-knee suede boots.

She finished the look with her  gold bamboo design huggie hoop earrings.

The Queen of Spain held a meeting with the Federación Española de Enfermedades Raras, FEDER (Spanish Federation of Rare Diseases) at FEDER headquarters in Madrid.

Her Majesty was informed of the group's challenges and opportunities for the year ahead. FEDER will heavily focus on research, social transformations, and services in 2020.  Comprising of over 300 associations, FEDER's aim through projects and services is to enhance the quality of life for people living with rare diseases and their families. 

The King & Queen of Spain undertook their first public engagement of the New Year today.

​​Their Majesties presided over the traditional celebration of the Pascua Militar, which 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 and Queen Letizia made their way to the Throne Room within the Palace to meet officials from the Government, the Ministry of Defence and the Civil Guard.

A view of the Throne Room.

As tradition dedicates, Queen Letizia wore a long dress. It is customary for royal women to wear a full length gown to the Pascua Militar ceremony. 

Below is a look back at Letizia's previous ensembles since becoming Queen consort.

Today she opted for a royal blue wrap-style gown featuring a shawl collar and fastened with a single button on the side. The designer of the piece is currently unknown.

Below is a closer look at the top half of the long-sleeved dress.

Queen Letizia complemented the tailored gown with a pair of pearl, diamond and sapphire stud earrings.

Letizia debuted the cluster earrings at her pre-wedding gala dinner on 21 May 2004, but they have not been seen since.  Núria Tiburcio from Vanitatis says the earrings belonged to Princess María de las Mercedes of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, Countess of Barcelona (King Felipe's paternal grandmother).

On her feet Letizia wore the navy Nina Ricci pointed toe suede pumps.

Below is a closer look at Her Majesty's up-do.

Video footage of the event:

Later that eveing, the Spanish royal family were pictured leaving Zarzuela Palace en route to the home of Letizia's father for private celebrations marking the Feast of the Epiphany.

Queen Letizia wore a Zara embroidered tulle dress (US$89.90) under a black coat/jacket. The long sheer dress has a high collar and long sleeves with a black lining and contrasting embroidery detail.

The Queen of Spain attended the exhibition La otra Corte. Mujeres de la Casa de Austria en los monasterios reales de Las Descalzas y La Encarnación (The Other Court. Women of the House of Austria in the royal monasteries of Las Descalzas and La Encarnación).​

The exhibition at the Royal Palace contains portraits of women from the House of Austria in two Royal Monasteries in Madrid; The Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales, built in the 16th century, where Franciscan nuns resided, and the Monasterio de la Encarnacion, built in the 17th century, inhabited by Augustinian nuns. The exhibition highlights the way in which the palace and religious aspects are linked and the strong relations with the Austrian Empire.

Her Majesty received a guided tour by the curator Fernando Checa and held a brief meeting with authorities.   ​

Queen Letizia stepped out in a new petal pink pant suit from Hugo Boss.

The separates consist of the BOSS 'Jericoa' Stretch Wool Double Breasted Blazer (US$595) and the BOSS 'Tiluna' Stretch Wool Ankle Trousers (US$248).

Letizia teamed the suit with her white Carolina Herrera cap sleeve silk blouse with pleated neckline.

On her feet she debuted the HUGO 'Mayfair' pump (£199) rendered in a pink patent leather and  featuring a block heel with pointed toe.

Letizia finished the look with her gold bamboo design huggie hoop earrings which still remain unidentified.

I believe this may have been Letizia's final engagement of the year. Their Majesties are expected to resume royal duties in the first week of 2020 when they preside over the traditional celebration of the Pascua Militar on January 6th.

Feliz Navidad and Happy New Year to all my readers!
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The Queen of Spain attended the First Global Forum on the Socioeconomic Impact of Traffic Accidents with Child Victims at Sede de Abertis, Madrid. 

​The forum was coordinated by The London School of Economics and Political Science LSE, in partnership with the Abertis Foundation who conducted a study to evaluate eight countries with different levels of wealth to pinpoint areas where traffic accident fatalities can be decreased for victims 17 years and under. The study also highlighted the impact child traffic accidents have on the economy and society.

Queen ​Letizia repeated a look she first wore for an audience at the palace in January, and again at the launch of the '(In)Formate' project in April.

The outfit consists of a black sweater teamed with a Zara Snakeskin Print Belted Skirt and Steve Madden 'Dominique' boots.

Letizia finished the look with her beloved Gold & Rose double dagger earrings.

The Queen of Spain attended the central event on "Goal 12: Sustainable consumption and production patterns" as part of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change 2019  at IFEMA-Feria de Madrid.

Her Majesty also held a meeting with Qu Dongyu the director-general of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). In 2015 Queen Letizia was named Special Ambassador of FAO for Nutrition.  ​

The Queen of Spain chaired a meeting of the Board of Trustees for Fundación de Ayuda contra la Drogadicción (Drug Addiction Assistance Foundation - FAD) at, Sede de la CEOE Madrid. The action plan for 2020 was presented during the meeting. 

​Her Majesty is an honorary president of the Drug Addiction Assistance Foundation a role she succeeded from Queen Sofia in 2015.

FAD was created in 1986. It's objective is the prevention of social risk behaviours that include drug use, that obstruct the development of young people. 

Queen Letizia travelled to La Alhambra, Granada, where she opened the exhibition 'La Granada Zirí y el universo Bereber' (Zirid Granada and the Berber Universe).

​The exhibition was coordinated by the Patronage of the Alhambra and Generalife and the Andalusian Legacy, working with the Doctor Leila Mezian Foundation. It is exhibited in the Chapel and Crypt of the Palace of Carlos V, within the Monumental Complex of the Alhambra and the Generalife, and runs until 21st April 2020. The exhibition highlights Berber culture and its influence on the Iberian Peninsular.

Her Majesty toured the collection of artefacts.

Before departing Queen Letizia met with students and greeted the public who had waited to see her.