Category: Felipe Varela

Queen Letizia dazzles in Carolina Herrera dress at Premio Planeta de Novela ceremony

15/10/2024

On Tuesday, King Felipe and Queen Letizia presided over the 2024 Premio Planeta de Novela ceremony, hosted at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya in Barcelona, as part of a dinner marking Grupo Planeta's 75th anniversary.

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The Premio Planeta de Novela is the world's most lucrative literary award for an author or book, offering a prize of €1,000,000 to the winner. Established in 1952 by José Manuel Lara Hernández, the award is presented annually on October 15, which coincides with St. Teresa's Day—a tribute to Lara's wife, Teresa.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: NEW! Carolina Herrera Embellished Stripe Tea-Length Dress in Black.

Queen Letizia wears Carolina Herrera Embellished Stripe Tea-Length Dress in Black

HANDBAG: Felipe Verela Black satin clutch (repeat).

SHOES: Massimo Dutti Kitten Heel Slingback Pumps in Black Leather (repeat).

EARRINGS: "joyas de pasar" diamond chaton earrings

BRACLET: Cartier Diamond Column Bracelet (repeat).

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Queen Letizia champions Amsterdam's local talent at farewell reception

18/4/2024

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As the culmination of their three-day State Visit to The Netherlands, the King and Queen of Spain graciously hosted a reception for the Dutch royals at STRAAT, a museum dedicated to street art and graffiti in Amsterdam.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia hosted a reception for the Dutch royals at STRAAT on 18 April 2024.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia were joined by King Willem-Alexander, Queen Maxima, and the eldest daughter of the Dutch royal couple, Princess Catharina-Amalia.

The venue was chosen with deliberate intent. At the reception, both royal couples inaugurated a new exhibition titled "Duo," featuring monumental works by distinguished Dutch and Spanish urban artists. The exhibit unites their creations around common cultural motifs, highlighting shared themes and inspirations.

King Felipe concluded the reception by extending his gratitude to his royal hosts and the people of the Netherlands.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: NEW! Benchellal sculptural drape dress in navy.

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HANDBAG: Felipe Varela satin clutch in Navy (repeat).

SHOES: Carolina Herrera Slingback Pumps in Navy Leather (repeat).

EARRINGS: Queen Sofia's diamond leaf earrings.

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Queen Letizia brings back fairytale Felipe Varela gown for gala dinner on Day 1 of State Visit to Denmark

6/11/2023

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The King and Queen of Spain are currently on a three-day State Visit to Denmark. Concluding their first day in the Danish capital, Their Majesties attended a gala dinner in their honour, hosted by Queen Margrethe at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain attended a gala dinner on Day 1 of State Visit to Denmark at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen on 6th November 2023

They were accompanied by Prince Frederik, Princess Mary, and Princess Benedikte.

Other guests included a representation of the Spanish delegation, representatives of the Danish Government and other authorities, as well as representatives of the scientific, cultural and business world.

Queen Letizia looked majestic in her fairytale-inspired Felipe Varela tulle gown, a stunning piece she debuted in 2015 when hosting a State dinner for the President of Peru, and worn again in 2017 during a State Visit to Japan.

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A look at the back of the gown.

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Letizia complemented her regal style with Queen Ena’s Fleur de Lys Tiara, a piece she has worn on a few stately occasions since her first appearance with it in 2017.

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This diamond diadem is the most prominent among the tiaras owned by the Spanish royal family. Affectionately referred to as 'La Buena,' or 'The Good One' by the royal family, it is part of Queen Ena's joyas de pasar and exclusively reserved for the reigning Spanish queen.

Queen Letizia also wore one of the joyas de pasar Cartier diamond bracelets.

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Tonight she accessorized with Queen Sofia's diamond halo and sapphire drop earrings.

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Letizia topped her elegant ensemble with the newly received ‘Order of the Elephant’ badge and star, and pinned the light blue sash with the Ansorena Fleur de Lys brooch and another diamond brooch.

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Queen Letizia stuns in a Carolina Herrera Floral Print Dress for the opening of the Royal Collections Gallery

25/7/2023

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King Felipe and Queen Letizia attended the official opening of the Royal Collections Gallery at the Royal Palace complex in Madrid on Tuesday.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia attended the official opening of the Royal Collections Gallery at the Royal Palace complex in Madrid on 25 July 2023. Queen Letizia wore a white & black Carolina Herrera New York Resort 2021 Floral Print Sweetheart-Neck Dress.

The Royal Collections Gallery houses, for public display, paintings, sculptures, tapestries, luxury objects, carriages, and other works of art and historical pieces that the different kings of Spain treasured throughout history.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: NEW! Carolina Herrera White & Black Floral Print Sweetheart-Neck Dress ($1,990).

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Carolina Herrera New York Resort 2021 White & Black Floral Print Sweetheart-Neck Dress

HANDBAG: Felipe Varela flap-front clutch bag in black suede (repeat).

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SHOES: Carolina Herrera Slingback Pumps in Black Suede (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears Carolina Herrera Slingback Pumps in Black Suede

EARRINGS: Unidentified sparkly hoop earrings (repeat).

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Queen Letizia brings back white Felipe Verela ensemble for military event

7/7/2023

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King Felipe and Queen Letizia, accompanied by their eldest daughter, Leonor, Princess of Asturias, took part in the presentation of Dispatches and appointments to the newly trained officers of the Army at the General Military Academy in Zaragoza on Friday.

King Felipe, Queen Letizia, and Princess Leonor took part in the presentation of Dispatches and appointments to the newly trained officers of the Army at the General Military Academy in Zaragoza on 7th July 2023

These officers had successfully completed their rigorous training at the prestigious General Military Academy, as well as the specialized academies for Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Engineers, Transmissions, and Civil Guard.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

SEPARATES: Felipe Varela SS 18 collection separates consisting of a white 'Army' belted vest jacket and a coordinating A-line skirt (repeat).

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HANDBAG: Furla Metropolis Shoulder Bag in White (repeat).

SHOES: NEW! Isabel Abdó 'Carrie' Slingback Pumps in Dusty Nude Patent (€240).

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EARRINGS: Gold & Roses 'Shewel' Triple M Hoops (repeat).

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Gold & Roses 'Shewel' Triple Hoops in rose gold

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PRINCESS LEONOR'S OUTFIT

Barey Sevilla Top & Skirt

Queen Letizia's Massimo Dutti Howlite Hoop Earrings

Olivia Mareque Pantone Bag in 6C

Bgo & Me Perla Pumps in Black

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King & Queen of Spain kick off 2023 with Pascua Militar

6/1/2023

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The King & Queen of Spain undertook their first public engagement of 2023 on Friday.

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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.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain attend Pascua Militar on 6th January 2023

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.

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Queen Letizia wore her red Felipe Varela column gown with her black Carolina Herrera wool cape. and red Magrit leather pumps.

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It is customary for royal women to wear a full-length gown for the Pascua Militar ceremony. Below is a look back at Letizia's previous ensembles since becoming Queen consort.

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2022

Queen Letizia accessorized with her Gold & Roses 'I Am Red' Needle Earrings and debuted the Coreterno 'Amor Che Tutto Move' Ring (€975).

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King Felipe & Queen Letizia attend XXXIX edition of the “Francisco Cerecedo” Journalism Award

29/11/2022

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The King and Queen of Spain presided over the delivery of the XXXIX edition of the “Francisco Cerecedo” Journalism Award at the Westin Palace Hotel in Madrid.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the delivery of the XXXIX edition of the “Francisco Cerecedo” Journalism Award at the Westin Palace Hotel in Madrid on 29th November 2022

The award is granted by the by the Association of European Journalists 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.

Queen Letizia brought back the embroidered Felipe Varela midi dress featuring a patchwork of a jacquard reptile-like skin, and hand-embroidered glass bead motifs. She first wore this intricate dress for the 2018 Princess of Asturias awards ceremony.

She wore black glossed leather pumps (hard to say which ones) and carried her black satin Felipe Varela. Queen Letizia completed the look with her De Grisogono black diamond teardrop earrings.

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De Grisogono black diamond teardrop 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

2021 - Hugo Boss

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King & Queen of Spain attend XXXV Macael Awards

11/11/2022

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King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia attended the XXXV edition of the "Macael Awards" in Macael - the marble capital of Spain.

The awards are organized by the Association of Andalusian Marble Entrepreneurs (AEMA) and recognizes professionals who have excelled in the fields of architecture, crafts and design at national and international level, and individuals, institutions and media that have performed singular activities for the benefit of the Marble Sector and the Region.

Her Majesty stepped out in a navy off-the-shoulder cocktail dress for the awards ceremony. It features 3/4 sleeves and is ruched on the back. The designer/brand of the fitted dress is currently unknown.

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She carried her navy Felipe Varela clutch, and on her feet, Letizia debuted a sparkly pair of Jimmy Choo Bing 100 Patent Leather Mules in Ballet Pink.

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Jimmy Choo Bing 100 Patent Leather Mules in Ballet Pink

Queen Letizia finished the look with her Qatari diamond chandelier earrings which were gifted to her by the Emir of Qatar earlier this year.

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Queen Letizia brings back Felipe Varela oriental dress for inauguration ceremony at the Royal Academy of Engineering

6/10/2022

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The Queen of Spain presided over the inauguration ceremony of the elected academics, Elena García Armada and Ana Conesa Cegarra, at the headquarters of the Royal Academy of Engineering in Madrid.

The Queen of Spain presided over the inauguration ceremony of the elected academics, Elena García Armada and Ana Conesa Cegarra, at headquarters of the Royal Academy of Engineering in Madrid on 6th October 2022

Queen Letizia's attendance today is part of Her Majesty's commitment to the "Women and Engineering" project and its Strategic Council, which wants to promote female vocations in Engineering, as well as to recognize the importance of female talent in companies, universities and organizations.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Felipe Varela white and black oriental embroidered dress (repeat). First worn in October 2017 for the Princess of Asturias awards ceremony.

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HANDBAG: Lambertson Truex 182 Frame Clutch in Black Satin (repeat).

Queen Letizia carries Lambertson Truex 182 Frame Clutch in Black Satin

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

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EARRINGS: Bezel set diamond studs (repeat).

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Queen Letizia repeats Maje 'Rayema' Dress for Skin Cancer forum

13/6/2022

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Queen Letizia presided over the presentation of the "White Paper on Skin Cancer in Spain", from the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology and its Healthy Skin Foundation.

Queen Letizia of Spain presided over the presentation of the

During the event at the Official College of Physicians of Madrid, a presentation forum was held that brought together the main scientific conclusions regarding this work.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Maje 'Rayema' Dress (repeat).

HANDBAG: Purple croc-effect clutch bag (repeat). Reportedly by Felipe Varela and dates back to 2009.

Queen Letizia carries Purple croc-effect clutch bag

SHOES: Carolina Herrera Slingback Pumps in Nude Patent Leather (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears Carolina Herrera Slingback Pumps in Nude Patent Leather

EARRINGS: TOUS Ruby and Chrysoprase earrings (repeat).

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