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Queen Letizia cuts a chic silhouette in COS for the Opera Prima Film Festival

29/10/2021

The Queen of Spain attended the 21st 'Ciudad de Tudela' Opera Prima Film Festival, at Moncayo Cinema, Tudela (Navarra).

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The Ciudad de Tudela' Opera Prima Film Festival is the only Spanish competition specialising in the debut works of filmmakers, it aims to disseminate and appreciate, as well as reward, works that, in some cases, do not have the resources or means to make themselves known. The films presented go through a selection process from which only seven are chosen, which are eligible to be presented for the awards. These seven films are also screened during the days of the Festival.

The Queen of Spain attended the 21st 'Ciudad de Tudela' Opera Prima Film Festival, at Moncayo Cinema, Tudela (Navarra).

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Her Majesty presented the Tribute-Award for Don Fernando Fernán-Gómez (1921-2007) to his son, Fernando Fernán-Gómez; the Tribute-Award for Don Juan Antonio Bardem (1922-2002) to his daughter, María Bardem and the Tribute-Award for Don Luis García Berlanga (1921-2010) to his grandson, Jorge García Berlanga. To conclude the event, Her Majesty had a brief meeting with the families of the honorees, the organisers of the Festival and the members of the jury.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: COS Draped-neck Ribbed Wool Dress (repeat). First worn in February 2020.

COS Draped-neck Ribbed Wool Dress

BELT: Burberry ruffle leather waist belt in black (repeat).

Burberry ruffle leather waist belt in Black

HANDBAG: Hugo Boss laser-cut clutch bag in black (repeat).

Queen Letizia carries Hugo Boss laser-cut clutch bag

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Hugo Boss laser-cut clutch bag

SHOES: Prada Saffiano leather pumps with added platforms (repeat).

EARRINGS: Coolook 'Venus' zirconia hoops (repeat).

Queen Letizia Coolook 'Venus' zirconia hoops

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Coolook 'Venus' zirconia hoops

Queen Letizia wears pink for the FPdGi School of the Year 2020 Award

28/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain presented the Princess of Girona Foundation (FPdGi) 'School of the Year 2020 Award' to Colegio Rural Agrupado (CRA) Mestra Clara Torres, in Tui (Pontevedra). The FPdGi School of the Year Award aims to disseminate the work of the awarded centres and promote their visibility to help make them benchmarks in innovative education.

The King and Queen of Spain presented the Princess of Girona Foundation (FPdGi) 'School of the Year 2020 Award' to Colegio Rural Agrupado (CRA) Mestra Clara Torres, in Tui (Pontevedra)

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The CRA Mestra Clara Torres has five classrooms in different parishes of Tui: Areas, Pexegueiro, Baldrans, Ribadelouro, and Guillarei. It was recognised for "being an example of dynamisation in rural environments, through the participation and involvement of families and members of the community of which they are part".

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During Their Majesties visit, they toured the facilities, held a meeting with the young people of the 'Teacher Generation' - a program of the FPdGi that selects future teachers to carry out their internships in rural reference schools, and presented the School of the Year 2020 Award.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

PANTSUIT: Hugo Boss petal pink pantsuit featuring the 'Jericoa' Blazer and 'Tiluna' Trousers.

TOP: NEW! Pink ruched scoop neck top.

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SHOES: HUGO 'Mayfair' pump in dark pink (repeat).

HUGO 'Mayfair' pump in dark pink

Queen Letizia brings back BOSS macramé fringe dress for 'Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Award

26/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain presided over the delivery of the XXXVIII edition of the 'Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Award, at the Hotel Mandarín Oriental Ritz, Madrid.

The King and Queen of Spain presided over the delivery of the XXXVIII edition of the 'Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Award, at the Hotel Mandarín Oriental Ritz, Madrid.

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As honorary president of the Association of European Journalists, King Felipe VI presented American journalist, historian, columnist and writer Anne Applebaum the winner of the 'Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Award "for her research and outreach work on authoritarianism and new populist phenomena".

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The award is granted by the APE to highlight those careers that deserve this honour for their talent, originality, ability to transgress the pressures and influences of the powers and promote freedom of expression. The award, sponsored by BBVA, is endowed with €24,000 and a medal designed by the sculptor Julio López Hernández.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Hugo Boss black macramé & fringe dress (repeat). First worn in December 2019.

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Hugo Boss black macramé and fringe dress

HANDBAG: Nina Ricci 'Arc' clutch (repeat).

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Nina Ricci 'Arc' clutch

SHOES: Manolo Blahnik snakeskin pumps with added platforms (repeat).

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EARRINGS: Tous black diamond long string earrings (repeat).

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Tous black diamond long string earrings

FASHION FLASHBACK

Letizia typically favours a dark palette for this annual event since she started attending in 2004. In 2017 she surprised us with a white Teresa Helbig flapper-style dress. Below is a look back at her most recent ensembles since becoming queen consort in 2014.

2014 - Felipe Varela

2015 - Felipe Varela

2016 - Uterque

2017 - Teresa Helbig

2018 - Carolina Herrera

2019 - Dries van Noten

2020 - Emporio Armani

Queen Letizia sports a smart casual look for Exemplary Town of Asturias Award

23/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain, accompanied by their daughters Princess Leonor of Asturias and Infanta Sofía visited Santa María del Puerto in the municipality of Somiedo.

The King and Queen of Spain, accompanied by their daughters Princess Leonor of Asturias and Infanta Sofía visited Santa María del Puerto in the municipality of Somiedo.

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The royal family presented the Exemplary Town of Asturias Award 2021 to the village, for “embodying the model of a mountain town that has known how to adapt to the new times”.

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They unveiled a commemorative plaque before visiting a woodcraft workshop and the stone fountain. They also visited the Santa María parish complex and signed the Somiedo Natural Park Book of Honor.

To conclude their visit to the town, Princess Leonor presented the Exemplary People of Asturias Award 2021 and both she and King Felipe made speeches.

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WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

COAT: Hugo Boss 'Makari' Trench Coat in Light Beige (repeat).

Hugo Boss 'Makari' Trench Coat in Light Beige

SCARF: Lightweight mixed print scarf. The brand is unknown, but it's been in Letizia's closet for well over a decade.

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Below is a photo of Letizia wearing the scarf in May 2009.

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SHOES: NEW! Brown leather lace-up boots (unidentified).

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EARRINGS: Gold bamboo design huggie hoop earrings (repeat).

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PRINCESS LEONOR'S OUTFIT

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Designers Society Checked Ladat Jacket

Designers Society Checked 'Ladat' Jacket €125

Designers Society 'Arzu' Sweater in Light Grey €85

Hugo Boss 'Kate Low Cut' sneakers

INFANTA SOFIA'S OUTFIT

Roberto Verino Double Breasted Wool Short Coat in Blue

Roberto Verino Double Breasted Wool Short Coat in Blue

Yerse Nordic Jacquard Sweater in Blue

Reebok Club C 85 Sneakers in White

Queen Letizia premiers black taffeta dress for the 2021 Princess of Asturias Awards

22/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain accompanied by their daughters Leonor, Princess of Asturias and Infanta Sofia, presided over the 2021 Princess of Asturias Awards held at the Campoamor Theater in Oviedo.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain accompanied by their daughters Leonor, Princess of Asturias and Infanta Sofia, presided over the 2021 Princess of Asturias Awards held at the Campoamor Theater in Oviedo

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Upon arrival they followed the tradition of walking the blue carpet with Queen Sofia.

King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, Princess Leonor, and Infanta Sofia, are joined by Queen Sofia on the blue carpet at the 2021 Princess of Asturias Awards held at the Campoamor Theater in Oviedo

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The Awards recognize the scientific, technical, cultural, social and humanitarian work carried out at an international level by individuals, institutions or groups of individuals or institutions. They are granted in eight categories: the Arts, Literature, Social Sciences, Communication and Humanities, Technical and Scientific Research, International Cooperation, Concord and Sports.

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15-year-old Leonor, Princess of Asturias addressed the attendees during the awards ceremony which bears her title.

The Awards Ceremony is considered one of the most important cultural events on the international calendar. Throughout their history, the Awards have received recognition from a variety of sources, such as the UNESCO declaration in 2004 acknowledging their extraordinary contribution to the cultural heritage of humanity. You can watch the full ceremony via YouTube:

This event is one of the most anticipated on the Spanish royal calendar and we are always excited to see what Her Majesty will premier for this annual gala.

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Tonight she opted for a 1950's inspired midi dress by The 2nd Skin Co. The black taffeta dress features a voluminous skirt topped with bows of the same fabric. The sleeveless dress is part of the label's Spring/Summer 2022 "Magna Magnolia" collection.

The 2nd Skin Co black taffeta dress

Letizia added a black skinny leather belt to help define the waist, and she kept the look monochromatic with her Manolo Blahnik snakeskin embossed pumps, and Bottega Veneta 'Knot' clutch.

Manolo Blahnik snakeskin embossed pumps,

Bottega Veneta 'Knot' clutch

Completing the look were the joyas de pasar diamond chanton earrings, and two stacked diamond bracelets also from the collection of jewels designated by Queen Ena in her Will for the select use of Spanish queens.

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FASHION FLASHBACK

Up until last year, Letizia had only ever entrusted Felipe Varela to outfit her for this special occasion since her first attendance in 2004. Below is a look back at the ensembles worn since attending as Queen consort:

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

PRINCESS LEONOR'S OUTFIT:

Princess Leonor debuted a Bgo & Me dress and black Carolina Herrera pumps.

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Bgo & Me Jacqueline Dress

Bgo & Me Jacqueline Dress €590

CH Carolina Herrera Leather Pumps in Black

CH Carolina Herrera Leather Pumps in Black

INFANTA SOFIA'S OUTFIT:

Infanta Sofia wore a black Felipe Varela embellished top that belongs to her mother with a soft pink Psophia skirt) and her black Carolina Herrera lace flats.

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Psophia Tulle Midi Skirt in Pink

Psophia Tulle Midi Skirt in Pink

CH Carolina Herrera Lace Flat Shoes in Black

Queen Letizia in familiar glen plaid dress for audience with Princess of Asturias Awards laureates

22/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain, accompanied by their daughters, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía, began their second day in Oviedo, at the Reconquista Hotel ahead of the 2021 Princess of Asturias Awards Ceremony.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain, accompanied by their daughters, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía held an audience with the 2021 Princess of Asturias Laureates at the Reconquista Hotel in Oviedo.

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The Royal Family received a number of audiences including the 2021 Princess of Asturias Laureates.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Hugo Boss 'Dechesta' Glen Plaid Sheath Dress (repeat).

Hugo Boss 'Dechesta' Glen Plaid Sheath Dress

SHOES: Prada Saffiano leather pumps with added platforms (repeat).

EARRINGS: Gold & Roses Double Dagger Earrings (repeat).

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PRINCESS LEONOR'S OUTFIT

Vogana 'Vitoria' Dress

Vogana 'Vitoria' Dress

CH Carolina Herrera Leather Slingback Pumps in neutral

INFANTA SOFIA'S OUTFIT

CH Carolina Herrera Printed Chiffon Dress in Ivory/Black

CH Carolina Herrera Printed Chiffon Dress in Ivory/Black

Martinelli 'Vivien' Ballet Flats in Black

Queen Letizia debuts a fabulous flutter sleeve & feather dress for the Princess of Asturias Award Concert

21/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain, accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses, Leonor, Princess of Asturias and Infanta Sofía, attended the XXIX Princess of Asturias Award Concert, at the 'Príncipe Felipe' Conference Center Auditorium in Oviedo, on the eve of the Awards Ceremony as part of a week characterised by intense cultural activity.

The King and Queen of Spain, accompanied by Their Royal Highnesses, Leonor, Princess of Asturias and Infanta Sofía, attended the XXIX Princess of Asturias Award Concert,

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The concert honoured, Joaquín Rodrigo (1901-1999), a Spanish composer and a virtuoso pianist, on the occasion of the twenty-fifth anniversary of his Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts.

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The Princess of Asturias Awards, formerly the Prince of Asturias Awards from 1980 to 2014, are a series of annual prizes awarded in Spain by the Princess of Asturias Foundation to individuals, entities or organisations from around the world who make notable achievements in the sciences, humanities, and public affairs. The awards are presented annually in a solemn ceremony at the Campoamor Theatre in Oviedo, the capital of the Principality of Asturias, and are handed out by Leonor, Princess of Asturias, the Honorary President of the Foundation.

For the first four years since attending in her role as Queen consort, Letizia relied on Felipe Varela to outfit her for the annual concert.

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2015

2016

2017

However, in 2018 she dropped the Spanish couturier in favor of an off-the-rack little black dress by Italian luxury brand Emporio Armani.

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In 2019, Her Majesty showcased a striking set by Spanish label, The 2nd Skin Co. The concert did not go ahead in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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This year, Queen Letizia stepped out in an olive green flutter sleeve dress featuring tonal feathers down the side slit. Unfortunately, the designer of the dress in currently unknown.

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The back has a wrap-effect with a cut-out section.

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Letizia added a touch of glam to her look with gold accessories. On her feet she wore metallic gold slingback pumps by Magrit.

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She also debuted Magrit's 'Alice' clutch in the same custom metallic tone

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Gold hoop earrings completed the ensemble.

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PRINCESS LEONOR'S OUTFIT:

Marisol 'Danae' Dress in bougainvillea pink

Marisol 'Danae' Dress in bougainvillea pink €60.00

CH Carolina Herrera Leather Slingback Pumps in neutral

CH Carolina Herrera Leather Slingback Pumps in neutral

INFANTA SOFIA'S OUTFIT:

Angel Schlesser 'Fold' Dress in peacock blue

Angel Schlesser 'Fold' Dress in peacock blue (€330)

Martinelli 'Vivien' Ballet Flats in Black £109.95

Queen Letizia looks elegant in blue BOSS separates for the Cervantes Institute meeting

18/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain attended the annual meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Instituto Cervantes (Cervantes Institute), which was followed by a lunch with the Trustees of the Cervantes Institute and the Ibero-American Ambassadors accredited in Spain, at the Royal Palace of El Pardo, Madrid.

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King Felipe VI holds the Honorary Presidency of the Cervantes Institute. It is a worldwide NPO created by the Spanish government in 1991, to universally promote the teaching, study and use of Spanish and to contribute to the dissemination of Hispanic cultures abroad. It is named after Miguel de Cervantes (1547–1616), who is considered the most important figure in the history of Spanish literature. The organisation is present in 88 cities in 45 countries, through its centres, classrooms and extensions, on the five continents.

The King and Queen of Spain attended the annual meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Instituto Cervantes (Cervantes Institute) on 18 October 2021

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Their Majesties awarded the 'Ñ 2021 Award', an honorary distinction created this year to recognise individuals or legal entities who have promoted the Spanish language around the world. Bárbara Fuchs, professor of Spanish and English at the University of California was awarded. During the meeting, the annual report was presented and His Majesty gave a speech.

TOP: Hugo Boss 'Ibiaska' V-neck top in pure silk with flared sleeves (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears Hugo Boss 'Ibiaska' V-neck top

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Hugo Boss 'Ibiaska' V-neck top

SKIRT: Hugo Boss light blue high-waisted pencil skirt (repeat).

Hugo Boss light blue high-waisted pencil skirt

ACCESSORIES: Custom Magrit 'Hawa' clutch and coordinating pumps (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears custom Magrit 'Hawa' clutch and coordinating pumps

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EARRINGS: Diamond and aquamarine/blue topaz earrings. They were first seen in 2006 but their provenance remains unknown.

Queen Letizia wears diamond and aquamarine/blue topaz earrings

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Queen Letizia looks regal in Felipe Varela repeat for the Planeta de Novela Award

15/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain presided over the award ceremony of the 'Planeta de Novela Award', a Spanish literary prize, awarded since 1952 by the Spanish publisher Grupo Planeta, on its 70th anniversary, at the Museo Nacional d’Art de Catalunya, Barcelona.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the award ceremony of the 'Planeta de Novela Award', a Spanish literary prize on 16 October 2021

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In 1952, José Manuel Lara, established a Novel Prize endowed with 40,000 pesetas with the desire to promote Spanish authors. Today the winner is endowed with €601,000, financially, it is the second most valuable literary award in the world after the Nobel Prize for Literature. The 70th edition of the Planeta de Novela Award has had record participation in the history of the award, 654 (Spanish language) novels were received from around the world.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the award ceremony of the 'Planeta de Novela Award', a Spanish literary prize on 16 October 2021

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After the initial greetings, Their Majesties saw a projection commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Planeta de Novela Award. After dinner, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, along with the president of Grupo Planeta, and the finalist, Carmen Posadas, presented the Planeta de Novela Award to the winners 'Carmen Mola', three screenwriters, Agustín Martínez, Jorge Díaz and Antonio Mercero, with the novel 'La Bestia'.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the award ceremony of the 'Planeta de Novela Award', a Spanish literary prize on 16 October 2021

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WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Felipe Varela embroidered midi dress (repeat). First worn for the 2018 Princess of Asturias awards ceremony.

Queen Letizia wore Felipe Varela embroidered midi dress

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SHOES: Prada Saffiano leather pumps with added platforms (repeat).

Prada Saffiano pumps

EARRINGS: De Grisogono black diamond teardrop earrings (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears De Grisogono black diamond teardrop earrings

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De Grisogono black diamond teardrop earrings

Queen Letizia debuts a pale blue María Barragán dress for National Day

12/10/2021

The King and Queen of Spain, accompanied by their youngest daughter, Infanta Sofía, celebrated the 'National Day of Spain' (Fiesta Nacional de España) in Madrid. The eldest daughter, Leonor, Princess of Asturias, is currently studying at the UWC Atlantic College in Wales.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain, accompanied by their youngest daughter, Infanta Sofía, celebrated the 'National Day of Spain'

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The National Day is an annual national holiday that commemorates the discovery of the Americas by Christopher Columbus for Spain on 12th October 1492. It is intended to solemnly remember moments of collective history that are part of the common historical, cultural and social heritage, assumed as such by the vast majority of citizens.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain, accompanied by their youngest daughter, Infanta Sofía, celebrated the 'National Day of Spain'

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Their Majesties presided over the solemn act of homage to the National Flag and the military parade held in the Plaza de Lima.

Afterwards, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia hosted the traditional commemorative reception of National Day at the Royal Palace of Madrid.

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Queen Letizia premiered a wrap-effect dress by a label we have not seen her wear before.

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The pale blue belted dress was created by Spanish fashion designer, Maria Barragán. The eponymous brand specializes in Haute Couture and custom-made pieces, and has workshops in Madrid and Almería.

Maria Barragán belted wrap-effect dress in ice blue

This is the first time Her Majesty has not worn an ensemble by Felipe Varela for the annual National Day celebrations. Below is a look back at her past outfits for this patriotic day since becoming queen consort in 2014.

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

Today we saw the return of the mauve Magrit quilted leather clutch and coordinating pumps she debuted last Friday in Switzerland.

Queen Letizia carries mauve Magrit quilted leather clutch

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Letizia complemented the look with her elegant Bvlgari aquamarine teardrop earrings.

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For those interested, Infanta Sofia wore a Claudie Pierlot embroidered mini dress and black Bobo's 'Iggi' Ballet Flats.

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