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Queen Letizia Brings Back Juan Vidal Dress for Armed Forces Day

30/5/2026

On Saturday, King Felipe, Queen Letizia and Princess Leonor presided over the central event commemorating Armed Forces Day 2026 in Vigo.

Spanish Royals attend Armed Forces Day 2026

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Following the Honours rendered by a Battalion of the Royal Guard, His Majesty the King reviewed the troops in attendance. Afterwards, the Spanish royals greeted the civil and military authorities from the official platform, marking a solemn and dignified tribute to Spain’s Armed Forces.

For the occasion, Queen Letizia re-wore her blue Juan Vidal Soft Romantic Print Shirt Dress, notably customised with a shawl collar in place of the necktie detail featured on the ready-to-wear design.

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Juan Vidal Soft Romantic Print Shirt Dress in Blue

Complementing the dress were familiar white leather accessories in the form of her Furla Metropolis Shoulder Bag and Hugo Boss 'Melanie 50' Block Heel Sandals.

Furla Metropolis Shoulder Bag in White

Hugo Boss 'Melanie 50' Block Heel Sandals in White

She finished the look with her Gold & Roses 'Luzia' Stars Earrings.

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Queen Letizia Steps Out in a Familiar Adolfo Dominguez Dress for Madrid Book Fair

29/5/2026

On Friday, Queen Letizia officially inaugurated the 85th Madrid Book Fair, held in the picturesque surroundings of El Retiro Park.

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This year’s edition embraced “humour” as its central theme, celebrating it as both a creative force and a powerful tool for critical thinking. The Queen toured the fair, engaging with numerous exhibitors and conversing with representatives and authors from various institutions and publishing houses.

For the outdoor event, Queen Letizia wore her Adolfo Dominguez Chalk Effect Pleated Dress, a piece first debuted in the summer of 2020.

Adolfo Dominguez Chalk Effect Pleated Dress

On her feet were a new pair of SarahWorld ‘Mayte’ espadrilles, featuring a suede closed-toe upper and chic ankle-wrap ties.

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Sarah World ‘Mayte’ espadrilles

She finished the look with her star-shaped Isabel Guarch 'Vents' Earrings.

Queen Letizia wears Isabel Guarch 'Vents' Earrings

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Isabel Guarch 'Vents' Earrings

Queen Letizia Debuts Red Sybilla Dress for the Gold Medals of Merit in Fine Arts Ceremony

27/5/2026

On Wednesday, King Felipe and Queen Letizia were in Toledo to present the 2024 Gold Medals of Merit in Fine Arts.

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The Gold Medals recognizes the people and entities that have excelled in the field of artistic and cultural creation or have provided notable services in the promotion, development or dissemination of art and culture or in the conservation of artistic heritage.

For the occasion, Queen Letizia stepped out in a new red midi dress by Sybilla, featuring short sleeves and a surplice bodice with a long self-tie at the waist.

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Sybilla ANÁRQUIKA AW 2025 Collection dress in red

On her feet were the Magrit 'Carlota' Pumps in Beige.

Queen Letizia wears Magrit 'Carlota' Pumps in Beige

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Magrit 'Carlota' Pumps in Beige

Finishing the timeless look were her modern Gold & Roses 'I AM RED' Needle Earrings.

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Gold & Roses 'I AM RED' Needle Earrings

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Queen Letizia Revives White Felipe Varela Tweed Dress for Visit to Civil Guards Academy

21/5/2026

On Thursday, Queen Letizia visited the Civil Guard Officers’ Academy in Aranjuez to mark the tenth anniversary of the inauguration of its current headquarters.

Queen Letizia visited the Civil Guard Officers’ Academy in Aranjuez to mark the tenth anniversary of the inauguration of its current headquarters on 21 May 2026.

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The academy serves as a leading centre for the training of future Civil Guard commanders and plays a key role in instilling the institution’s core values: service, professionalism, leadership, and commitment to society.

For the occasion, Queen Letizia dug deep into her wardrobe and revived her white Felipe Varela dress, first worn in October 2017 for the presentation of the Rey Jaime I Prizes.

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Today, she accessorised with black leather pieces, cinching her waist with the Hugo Boss 'Amie' belt, carrying her Carolina Herrera Victoria Insignia Satchel bag, and stepping out in Magrit 'Carlota' slingback leather pumps.

Hugo Boss 'Amie' Belt

Magrit 'Carlota' Slingback Pumps in Black Patent

The Queen finished the look with her silver hoops with pearl drops.

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Queen Letizia Rewears Red Adolfo Domínguez Dress for Luis Carandell Journalism Awards

20/5/2026

On Wednesday, Queen Letizia attended the 15th edition of the Luis Carandell Journalism Awards at the Senate Palace in Madrid. The awards recognize parliamentary journalism, both audiovisual and written.

Queen Letizia attended the 15th edition of the Luis Carandell Journalism Awards at the Senate Palace in Madrid on 20 May 2026

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The awards are presented annually by the Spanish Senate to recognise excellence in parliamentary journalism across both written and audiovisual media. They honour the legacy of Luis Carandell, a renowned Spanish journalist and one of the 20th century’s most distinguished parliamentary chroniclers.

For the occasion, Queen Letizia re-wore her red Adolfo Dominguez A-line dress, first debuted during World Mental Health Day engagements in October 2025.

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She styled it much the same as for its debut, carrying her red Menbur 'Malva' clutch and pairing it with custom red leather square-toe slingback pumps by Magrit.

Menbur Malva Clutch

The Queen finished the look with her Gold & Roses 'I AM RED' Needle Earrings.

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Gold & Roses 'I AM RED' Needle Earrings

Queen Letizia Repeats Fuchsia Moisés Nieto for Ibero-American Health Conference

14/5/2026

On Thursday, Queen Letizia attended the XVII Ibero-American Conference of Ministers of Health at Teatro Real in Madrid.

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The conference forms part of the preparatory process for the XXX Ibero-American Summit of Heads of State and Government, scheduled to take place in Madrid in November 2026.

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Ahead of the opening ceremony, Queen Letizia participated in meetings with Health Ministers from Ibero-American countries, as well as representatives from organisations dedicated to rare diseases across the Ibero-American region.

For the occasion, Queen Letizia repeated her fuchsia pink Moises Nieto French Sleeves Midi Dress.

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She complemented the vibrant look with light pink accessories, pairing her Magrit top-handle structured flap bag with the brand’s coordinating 'Carlota' slingback pumps.

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Finishing the ensemble were her Dime 'Frenchy' Multicolor Long Earrings, adding a playful sparkle to the look.

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Queen Letizia Balances a Soft and Structured Look for Children’s Literature Awards

12/5/2026

On Tuesday, Queen Letizia presided over the presentation of the 48th edition of the SM Children’s and Young Adult Literature Awards, “El Barco de Vapor” and “Gran Angular” at the Royal Post Office in Madrid.

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These prestigious awards, established in 1978 by the SM Foundation, aim to promote high-quality literature that fosters a love for reading among young audiences while conveying human, social, cultural, or religious values. Each award includes a prize of €35,000, making them among the most significant in the Spanish-speaking literary world for their categories.

For the occasion, Queen Letizia combined familiar separates, pairing a soft white semi-sheer metallic-print blouse with the structured black Hugo Boss ‘Leshina’ leather skirt.

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black Hugo Boss ‘Leshina’ leather skirt.

The delicate georgette blouse was first worn in May 2018 but remains unidentified.

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She arrived carrying her Giorgio Armani Chevron Velvet Clutch.

Queen Letizia carries Giorgio Armani Chevron Velvet Clutch

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Giorgio Armani Chevron Velvet Clutch

On her feet was a new pair of pumps — the Aquazzura ‘Bow Tie’ 50 style. Expertly crafted in Italy from smooth suede, the shoes rest on low 50mm heels, feature side cut-outs, and are finished with a playful bow at the heel.

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Queen Letizia completed the ensemble with her circular link earrings, a timeless pair that has been part of her collection since 2008.

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Queen Letizia in Pink and Black to Mark World Red Cross Day in Pamplona

7/5/2026

On Thursday, Queen Letizia attended events in Pamplona to mark World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day.

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She first visited the “Active Space" Comprehensive Care Center for the Elderly, a Red Cross initiative supporting older people, caregivers, and their families through personalised care, group programs, and community activities designed to promote wellbeing, independence, and social connection.

Her Majesty then headed to the University Museum of Navarra for the main event honouring the work of Red Cross and Red Crescent staff and volunteers, who support vulnerable communities and save lives around the world. During the ceremony, Queen Letizia presented the Spanish Red Cross Gold Medals and delivered the keynote address.

For the occasion, Queen Letizia repeated her pink Zara blazer, pairing it with the black Hugo Boss 'Enriela' Blouse, and her Hugo Boss 'Hervas' Trousers.

Hugo Boss 'Hervas' Trousers in Black

On her feet were the Pretty Ballerinas 'Holly' Pump in Black Suede.

Pretty Ballerinas 'Holly' Pump in Black Suede

She finished the look with her Barbara Goenaga 'Little Iconic' Diamond Earrings.

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Barbara Goenaga 'Little Iconic' Diamond Earrings

Queen Letizia Shines in Queen Ena’s Heirloom Diamonds to Mark 50th Anniversary of El Pais

4/5/2026

On Monday, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia attended the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the newspaper El País at the Maritime Museum of Barcelona.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia attended the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the newspaper El País at the Maritime Museum of Barcelona on 4 May 2026

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Since its inaugural edition on May 4, 1976, the newspaper has evolved into a vital chronicle of social evolution across Spain and Latin America. To mark this half-century milestone, El País has launched a year-long global program of cultural events, specifically dedicated to the readers who have sustained its legacy for five decades.

For the event, Queen Letizia revisited a standout piece from her wardrobe: the elegant black off-the-shoulder crepe dress she originally debuted during the Expat Reception on the first day of her State Visit to Egypt. At the time, it was reported the dress was by Mango, but that was never confirmed.

Queen Letizia attended the celebration of the fiftieth anniversary of the newspaper El País at the Maritime Museum of Barcelona on 4 May 2026

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Queen Letizia elevated her ensemble with significant pieces from the royal vault, most notably a diamond collet necklace from the collection of Queen Ena. First debuted by Letizia at Emperor Naruhito’s 2019 enthronement, the necklace was paired with the historic joyas de pasar diamond chaton earrings, adding a layer of storied glamour to her look.

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Completing her look with modern sophistication, the Queen carried a crystal-embellished Aquazzura "Very Bow Tie" clutch and stepped out in sleek leather slingback pumps by Massimo Dutti.

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