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Queen Letizia debuts a Mauska bag for annual Instituto Cervantes meeting

21/12/2021

The Queen of Spain presided over the annual meeting of the directors of the Instituto Cervantes Centres, at the Tabakalera Cultural Centre in San Sebastian.

Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the annual meeting of the directors of the Instituto Cervantes Centres, at the Tabakalera Cultural Centre in San Sebastian on 21 December 2021

For three days, all the directors of the Instituto Cervantes distributed in Spain as well as the rest of the world will participate in the event.

Her Majesty addressed the auditorium at the start of the meeting which was followed by interventions. Afterwards, a panel of directors titled '30 years of the Instituto Cervantes: evolution and future prospects', took place which ended with a Q&A. Concluding the event the Queen held a meeting with the attendees.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

COAT: Carolina Herrera A-line belted coat (repeat).

TOP: Sandro Black Silk Shirt with V Neck (repeat).

SKIRT: Massimo Dutti Pointed Check Wool Skirt (repeat).

HANDBAG: NEW! Mauska 'Rosario' medium bag in black (€335).

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SHOES: Manolo Blahnik BB snakeskin-embossed pumps with rubber platform sole (repeat).

EARRINGS: Unidentified gold twist hoop earrings (repeat).

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Festive greetings from the Spanish royal family

16/12/2021

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Casa Real released the 2021 Christmas card of the Spanish royal family featuring a photograph of King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and their two daughters, Princess Leonor, and Infanta Sofia.

2021 Christmas card of the Spanish royal family featuring a photograph of King Felipe VI, Queen Letizia, and their two daughters, Princess Leonor, and Infanta Sofia.

The inside of the card included a simple festive greeting, and the signatures of each family member.

Greeting of 2021 Christmas card of the Spanish royal family

Queen Letizia wore a Mango Herringbone Wool-Blend Blazer we have not seen her wear before. This $149.99 jacket features a classic Herringbone pattern, straight design, double-breasted button-up front, two side welt pockets, lapel, and V-neck collar, and inner lining.

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Queen Letizia returns to Nina Ricci for the COE gala

15/12/2021

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The King and Queen of Spain presided over the XVI annual gala of the Spanish Olympic Committee (COE) and the tribute to the Tokyo 2020 Olympians, at the Headquarters of the Spanish Olympic Committee, Madrid.

During the gala, distinctions were presented to the gold medalists, recognitions to the silver medalists and honours to the bronze medalists. King Felipe VI gave a speech and there was a musical performance by the soprano Pilar Jurado. Concluding the event, Their Majesties held a meeting with the attendees.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

CAPE: Carolina Herrera fur collar cape in black (repeat).

SEPARATES: Custom Nina Ricci sequined bouclé-tweed top and pencil skirt based on Spring 2015 runway design (repeat).

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Nina Ricci sequined bouclé-tweed top and skirt Spring 2015

SHOES: Nina Ricci navy suede pumps (repeat).

EARRINGS: Diamond cascading earrings (repeat).

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BRACELET: Diamond and sapphire bracelet (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears Diamond and sapphire bracelet

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Queen Letizia brings back vibrant floral print Adolfo Dominguez dress for opening of Instituto Cervantes headquarters in Dakar

13/12/2021

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The Queen of Spain presided over the inauguration ceremony of the new headquarters of the Instituto Cervantes in Dakar, Senegal which aims to strengthen ties and increase the influence of the Spanish language and culture throughout the African subcontinent.

The Instituto Cervantes is the public institution created by Spain 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. In addition, it has two offices in Spain, the headquarters in Madrid and the headquarters in Alcalá de Henares.

After the initial greetings, the Queen attended the welcome ceremony which included musical performances, interventions and a discussion on the presence and growing interest in Spanish in Senegal. Her Majesty then toured the facilities of the new centre, visited the exhibition 'ILUSTRAD/AS' which brings together illustrations by leading national and international creators, and saw the library. Concluding, Queen Letizia signed the Book of Honor, revealed a commemorative plaque of the inauguration and had a brief meeting with the Hispano-American ambassadors, Hispanists and representatives of the Spanish colony attending the event.

The inauguration ceremony was followed by a lunch at the Presidential Palace in Senegal, offered by President Macky Sall, and First Lady Marie Faye Sall, in Her Majesties honour.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Adolfo Dominguez coral floral print dress (repeat).

SHOES: LODI 'Vela' pumps in pale pink suede (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears LODI 'Vela' pumps in pale pink suede

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

Queen Letizia wears Gold & Roses Double Dagger Earrings

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Queen Letizia arrives in Senegal

12/12/2021

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The Queen of Spain arrived at the Blaise Diagne International Airport (Senegal), on Sunday 12th December, to inaugurate the new headquarters of the Instituto Cervantes in Dakar which will take place on Monday.

Queen Letizia of Spain arrived at the Blaise Diagne International Airport (Senegal), on Sunday 12th December 2021

Upon arrival Her Majesty was received by the First Lady of the Republic of Senegal, Marie Faye Sall, accompanied by the Spanish ambassador to the Republic of Senegal, Olga Cabarga and the Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal in Spain, Mariame Sy Epse Sy.

Queen Letizia wore a navy trouser suit with a white top underneath the blazer. Due to limited photos it's not possible to make an identification. On her feet were the Magrit 'Liza' pumps in navy suede, and she accessorized with her Gold & Roses Double Dagger Earrings.

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King and Queen of Spain commemorate 70th anniversary of ASALE

10/12/2021

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The King and Queen of Spain presided over the solemn institutional act commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Association of Academies of the Spanish Language (ASALE), at the Real Academia Española, Madrid.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia preside over the 70th anniversary of the Association of Academies of the Spanish Language (ASALE) on 10 December 2021

The ASALE is the entity in charge of bringing together the different Academies of the Spanish Language in order to promote the unity, integrity and development of the Spanish language. Created in Mexico in 1951, it brings together the twenty-three corporations from America, Spain, the Philippines and Equatorial Guinea.

During the solemn act, the strategic projects in which the Association is working on were announced and several of the main historical milestones of the academies. In addition, the 'Chronicle of the Spanish language 2021' was presented, a work that analyzes the current state of the Spanish language in the Spanish-speaking world. Their Majesties received a copy of the 'Chronicle of the Spanish language 2021' and 'Quijote chico' from the director of the Royal Spanish Academy and president of the ASALE.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

COAT: Carolina Herrera cape-inspired coat (repeat).

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TOP: Maksu 'Fontana' silk blouse (repeat).

SKIRT: NEW! Black paneled A-line midi skirt (unidentified).

Queen Letizia wears Black paneled A-line midi skirt

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

HANDBAG: Nina Ricci 'Marche' handbag with a snakeskin-embossed flap front (repeat).

SHOES: Manolo Blahnik BB snakeskin-embossed pumps with added rubber platform (repeat).

EARRINGS: Unidentified oval drop earrings (repeat).

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Queen Letizia looks striking in red & white for the 75th anniversary of UNICEF

9/12/2021

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The Queen of Spain, as Honorary President of United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Spanish Committee, attended the commemorative act of UNICEF, which turns 75 on the 11th of December, at the CaixaForum Madrid.

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During the event, Her Majesty gave a speech thanking UNICEF for their years of service to addressing inequality around the world.

Following the interventions, the video 'UNICEF 75th anniversary' was shown, and a round table 'The essential alliances to defend and promote the Rights of the Child in the post-COVID-19 era' took place.

Queen Letizia attends UNICEF 75th anniversary event

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

TOP: NEW! Hugo Boss 'Farrella' Button Cuff Wool Turtleneck Sweater in white.

SKIRT: Carolina Herrera red printed wool skirt (repeat).

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BOOTS: Magrit 'Francesca' suede over-the-knee boots in red (repeat).

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EARRINGS: Massimo Dutti Gold Plated Howlite Hoop Earrings (repeat).

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Queen Letizia brings back vintage Caramelo coat for visit to renovated monastery in Madrid

2/12/2021

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The Queen of Spain presided over the reopening of the renovated 'Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales' in Madrid, which will receive visitors after a 20-month closure. It does so after a major museum renovation that affects 8 of its rooms and the restoration of more than 50 works and the installation of a new lighting system with LED technology.

Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the reopening of the renovated 'Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales' in Madrid on 2 December 2021

During Her Majesties visit, she received a guided tour of the exhibition accompanied by the curators Ana García Sanz and Carmen García-Frías, met with National Heritage employees, and had a brief meeting with the religious community.

The Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales, literally the 'Monastery of the Royal Discalced', resides in the former palace of Emperor Charles V and Empress Isabel of Portugal. Their daughter, Joanna of Austria, founded this convent of nuns of the Poor Clare order in 1559. Throughout the remainder of the 16th century and into the 17th century, the convent attracted young widowed and unmarried noblewomen. Each woman brought with her a dowry. The riches accumulated, and the convent became one of the richest in Europe.

Queen Letizia of Spain tours the 'Monasterio de las Descalzas Reales' in Madrid on 2 December 2021

Over time the demographics of the convent changed, and by the 20th century, all of the sisters were in poverty. The convent maintained the riches of its past, but it was forbidden to auction any of the items off or spend any of the money it received from the dowries. The state intervened when it saw that the sisters were poor, and the Pope granted a special dispensation to open the convent as a museum in 1960.

Queen Letizia stepped out in her beige Caramelo wool belted coat.

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I believe she first wore the vintage coat in January this year (shown below) but I mistook it for her Felipe Varela coat.

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Photos of the lining reveal the piece is by Caramelo.

Below is a photo showing the tonal topstitch detail.

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Letizia again teamed it with her glen check Hugo Boss pantsuit. It consists of the BOSS 'Jalorra' Double Breasted Wool Jacket and wide-leg trousers in a matching glen check pattern. I have still not been able to find a stock photo of the coordinating pants.

Under the blazer we got a glimpse of a new beige wrap knit top.

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On her feet Letizia debuted the Hugo Boss 'Hazelle' boots in cognac. This is a style she also owns in black.

She topped off the look with her gold twisted hoop earrings.

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