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Queen Letizia repeats familiar items for forum on child traffic accidents

12/12/2019

The Queen of Spain attended the First Global Forum on the Socioeconomic Impact of Traffic Accidents with Child Victims at Sede de Abertis, Madrid.

Queen Letizia attends First Global Forum on the Socioeconomic Impact of Traffic Accidents with Child Victims 2019

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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 attends First Global Forum on the Socioeconomic Impact of Traffic Accidents with Child Victims 2019

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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.

18 Jan 2019 - Audience with Fruit Attraction committee

4 Apr 2019 - Google '(In)Formate' project

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

Zara Snakeskin Print Belted Skirt

Steve Madden 'Dominique' boots

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

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Gold & Rose double dagger earrings

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Queen Letizia in top-to-toe repeats for OSD12 event

11/12/2019

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.

Queen Letizia attends events on Goal 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

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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.

Queen Letizia meets Qu Dongyu the director-general of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

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WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Hugo Boss 'Dechesta' Glen Plaid Sheath Dress (repeat). First worn in March 2019.

Hugo Boss 'Dechesta' Glen Plaid Sheath Dress

JACKET: Zara black cape jacket (repeat).

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Zara black cape jacket

BELT: Black bow belt (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears black bow belt

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HANDBAG: Hugo Boss 'Fanila' clutch (repeat).

Hugo Boss 'Fanila' clutch

SHOES: Carolina Herrera black suede pointed toe pumps (repeat).

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Carolina Herrera black suede pointed toe pumps

EARRINGS: Bezel-set diamond stud earrings (repeat).

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Queen Letizia debuts striking black and white sweater for FAD meeting

10/12/2019

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.

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

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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.

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WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

TOP: NEW! Uterqüe Sweater with Embroidered Shoulders.

Uterqüe Embroidered Shoulder Sweater

PANTS: NEW! Black cropped trousers (unidentified).

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BELT: Black double buckle leather belt (repeat - unidentified).

BAG: Hugo Boss 'Fanila' clutch (repeat).

Queen Letizia carries Hugo Boss 'Fanila' clutch

SHOES: Magrit Pewter 'Barbara' pumps (repeat).

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

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Queen Letizia in Felipe Varela favourite for exhibition opening in Granada

5/12/2019

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).

Queen Letizia visits Zirid Granada and the Berber Universe exhibition

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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.

Queen Letizia visits Zirid Granada and the Berber Universe exhibition

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Her Majesty toured the collection of artefacts.

Queen Letizia tours Zirid Granada and the Berber Universe exhibition

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

Queen Letizia meets locals in La Alhambra, Granada

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WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

SKIRT SUIT: Grey-blue Felipe Varela belted wool jacket with embroidered box-pleat skirt (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears grey-blue Felipe Varela belted wool jacket with embroidered box-pleat skirt

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Previously worn:

12 Oct 2017 - National Day celebrations

21 Nov 2017 - Queen Letizia Awards of the Royal Board on Disability

16 Apr 2018 - Welcome ceremony for the President of Portugal

31 Oct 2018 - Reading of the Spanish Constitution

HANDBAG: Magrit 'Liz' navy suede clutch (repeat).

Queen Letizia carries Magrit 'Liz' navy suede clutch

Magrit 'Liz' navy suede clutch

SHOES: Magrit 'Liza' navy suede pumps (repeat).

Magrit 'Liza' navy suede pumps

EARRINGS: Bvlgari diamond and aquamarine white gold hoop earrings (repeat).

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Queen Letizia is glamorous in black for back-to-back engagements

3/12/2019

The Queen of Spain attended a seminar on Health and Climate Change titled "Invest in climate action for Health: cut emissions, clean our air, save lives" at IFEMA-Feria de Madrid.

Queen Letizia attends COP25 Health and Climate Change seminar

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The event took place within the XXV edition of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP25).

Queen Letizia attends COP25 Health and Climate Change seminar

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Her Majesty premiered a black double-breasted wool-blend coat from CH Carolina Herrera.

CH Carolina Herrera black double-breasted mabe pearl button wool blend coat

The wool-blend coat features a stand-up collar and mabe pearl button front.

CH Carolina Herrera black double-breasted mabe pearl buttons wool blend coat

She accessorised with her Bottega Veneta iconic 'Knot' clutch and Manolo Blahnik snakeskin pumps with custom rubber platform sole.

Bottega Veneta iconic 'Knot' clutch

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Queen Letizia topped off the look with her bezel-set diamond stud earrings.

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Following this engagement, Queen Letizia joined her husband, King Felipe at the 99th edition of the ABC International Journalism Awards: 'Mariano de Cavia', 'Luca de Tena' and 'Mingote' at Casa de ABC in Madrid.

King and Queen of Spain attend 99th edition of ABC International Journalism Awards

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At this black-tie event, Queen Letizia took off her coat to reveal a black fringed dress by Hugo Boss.

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The sheath features long fringing with hand-crafted macramé towards the wide neckline. The dress will be available as part of the BOSS Spring 2020 collection. The brand currently does offers a top version of the design.

Hugo Boss Iandora Sleeveless Satin Fringe Top

Letizia swapped her diamond stud earrings for the dazzling Joyas de Pasar diamond chanton earrings.

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FASHION FLASHBACK
Below is a look back at Letizia's past outfit for this annual event since becoming Queen consort in 2014:

2014 - Carolina Herrera

2015 - Felipe Varela

2016 - Nina Ricci

2017 - Angel Schlesser

2018 - Carolina Herrera

Queen Letizia premiers H&M Conscious skirt for attendees of COP25

2/12/2019

The King and Queen of Spain hosted a reception at Palacio Real de Madrid, for the Heads of State, Government, and Delegations who are attending the United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP25).

King Felipe and Queen Letizia host reception for COP25 delegates

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Leaders from all over the world will attend the conference which takes place from the 2 - 13 December 2019 at IFEMA - Feria de Madrid. It will take place under the Presidency of the Government of Chile with logistical support from the Government of Spain. The conference is held to initiate essential steps in the UN climate change process, following the Paris Agreement at COP24 in Poland last year.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia greet COP25 delegates

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Their Majesties greeted guests including royals Albert II, Prince of Monaco, and Henri, Grand Duke of Luxemburg.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

TOP: White cap-sleeve blouse with mock neck (repeat / unidentified).

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SKIRT: NEW! H&M 2016 Conscious Exclusive Collection black maxi skirt (€149).

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H&M 2016 Conscious Exclusive Collection black skirt

BAG: Magrit 'Mary' black satin panel flap clutch bag (repeat).

Magrit 'Mary' black satin panel flap clutch bag

SHOES: Manolo Blahnik snakeskin pumps with custom rubber platform sole (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears Manolo Blahnik snakeskin pumps with custom rubber platform sole

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

Gold & Roses Double Dagger Earrings

Queen Letizia wears Gold & Roses Double Dagger Earrings

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Queen Letizia makes a designer debut in Dries Van Noten at the Francisco Cerecedo awards

29/11/2019

The King and Queen of Spain attended the XXXVI edition of the Premio de Periodismo Francisco Cerecedo ('Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Prize) at the Hotel Palace in Madrid.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia attend 'Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Prize 2019

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The annual prize is awarded by the Asociación de Periodistas Europeos 'APE' (Association of European Journalists). The APE was founded in 1962, with the aim of bringing together journalists who are committed to promoting European integration, and determined to defend the freedom of information of the press in Europe. This year's recipient was writer Javier Cercas.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia deliver 'Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Prize 2019

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Queen Letizia arrived at the reception wearing her black Carolina Herrera A-Line Belted Coat.

Queen Letizia arrived at Hotel Palace in Madrid for 'Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Prize 2019

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Carolina Herrera Black A-Line Belted Coat

Once inside the hotel, Her Majesty revealed an exquisite cocktail dress by Dries Van Noten. This is the first time we have seen Letizia wear a piece by the Belgian fashion designer. The eponymous label is part of the Spanish company PUIG which also owns some of Letizia's other favourite brands including Carolina Herrera, Nina Ricci and Adolfo Dominguez.

King Felipe and Queen Letizia arrive at Hotel Palace in Madrid for 'Francisco Cerecedo' Journalism Prize 2019

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The black and gold floral jacquard midi dress is from Dries Van Noten's A/W 2019-2020 collection. The wool-blend sheath features a rose silhouette in a shimmering metallic foil finish. The dress exudes a sense of ornate luxury and elegance, while the round padded shoulders give it an architectural appeal. The dress retails for US$2,065 / £1395 and is currently available at Saks Fifth Avenue and 24S.com.

black and gold floral jacquard midi dress is from Dries Van Noten's A/W 2019-2020 collection

A closer look at the sequin trim, and faux bob hairstyle.

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The floral pattern took inspiration from Van Noten's personal rose garden at the end of the flowering season, and it can been seen on other pieces his collection.

Dries Van Noten black and gold floral jacquard jacket

Dries Van Noten black and gold floral jacquard trousers

Dries Van Noten black and gold floral jacquard coat

Letizia coordinated the dress with new black and gold accessories by Magrit. The custom pieces are based on the brand's 'Marina' and 'Alice' models respectfully, and feature a mix of black reptile skin and shiny gold leather.

Magrit Black & Gold Marina sandals

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Magrit Black & Gold Alice clutch

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Queen Letizia finished the look with her gold Helena Nicolau 'Almond' Flower' earrings.

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Helena Nicolau 'Almond' Flower' gold earrings

FASHION FLASHBACK

Letizia has typically favoured 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

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Queen Letizia re-wears classic day dress to receive Observatory award

26/11/2019

The King and Queen of Spain attended the XV edition of the Observatory awards against Domestic and Gender Violence 2019 at the Sede del Consejo General del Poder Judicial in Madrid.

King & Queen of Spain attend Observatory awards against Domestic and Gender Violence 2019

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During the ceremony, King Felipe proudly awarded his wife the annual 'Premio del Observatorio contra la Violencia Doméstica y de Género 2019' (Award of the Observatory against Domestic and Gender Violence 2019) in the category of 'Personalidad más destacada' (Most Outstanding Personality).

Queen Letizia receives Observatory awards against Domestic and Gender Violence 2019

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The award honors Queen Letizia's dedication to the fight against domestic and gender violence and her support for the victims. She was unanimously chosen by the representatives of the Observatory. Her Majesty's commitment has helped raise society's awareness, to dedicate means for its eradication and to aid women who experience it. After receiving her award Queen Letizia gave a short speech of thanks.

Queen Letizia makes a speech at the Observatory awards against Domestic and Gender Violence 2019

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A group photo of this year's awards recipients.

King & Queen of Spain with recipients of Observatory awards against Domestic and Gender Violence 2019

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Video footage from today's event.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Unidentified grey shawl collared a-line dress (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears grey shawl collared a-line dress at Observatory awards 2019

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Previously worn:

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3 Dec 2018 - Opening of art exhibition at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía

13 Feb 2019 - State Visit Morocco, Arrival

17 Oct 2019 - Welcome reception ahead of Princess of Asturias Awards

HANDBAG: Carolina Herrera 'Astrud' clutch bag (repeat).

Queen Letizia carries Carolina Herrera Astrud clutch bag

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Carolina Herrera Astrud clutch bag

SHOES: Manolo Blahnik snakeskin pumps with custom rubber platform sole (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears Manolo Blahnik snakeskin pumps with custom rubber platform sole

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EARRINGS: Unidentified gold bamboo design huggie hoop earrings (repeat).

Queen Letizia wears gold bamboo design huggie hoop earrings

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Queen Letizia debuts autumnal print dress for double engagement

19/11/2019

Queen Letizia accompanied her mother-in-law, Queen Sofia on a private visit to Rastrillo Nuevo Futuro at the Pabellón de Cristal, Casa de Campo Park in Madrid today.

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Queen Sofia is a regular at the annual event, and Letizia has previously attended with her mother-in-law from 2009-2013. The money raised by the solidarity market goes to The Nuevo Futuro association, (homes for supervised minors) which has been operating for fifty years.

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They toured the stalls which offered an array of antiques, Christmas decorations, and fashion, among other items.

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Later in the day, Queen Letizia attended the opening of Goya's Drawings 'Solo la voluntad me sobra' (Only my Strength of Will Remains) at Museo Nacional del Prado.

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The exhibition celebrates the museum's 200th anniversary. Queen Letizia held a meeting with the Royal Board of the Prado National Museum and exhibition curators before touring the catalog of work. The exhibition displays more than 300 drawings from Prado's selection and from public and private collections around the world.

Queen Letizia tours Goya's Drawings 'Solo la voluntad me sobra' exhibition at Museo Nacional del Prado

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WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: NEW! HUGO by Hugo Boss 'Kalocca' floral print shirt dress (£449).

HUGO by Hugo Boss 'Kalocca' floral print shirt dress

JACKET: NEW! Cognac tan leather and suede mix jacket (unidentified).

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ACCESSORIES: Magrit custom rust red leather & suede clutch bag and matching pumps (repeat).

Magrit custom rust red leather & suede clutch bag

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Magrit custom rust red leather & suede pumps

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EARRINGS: Gold bamboo design huggie hoop earrings (unidentified / repeat)

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Queen Letizia offers no sartorial surprises on the final day of the Cuba State Visit

14/11/2019

On the fourth and final day of the Cuba State Visit, the King and Queen of Spain visited Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, where Goya's self-portrait is on loan from the Museo Nacional del Prado, Madrid, from the 11th November - 12th December during the capital's 500th-anniversary celebrations. The museum opened in 1913 and houses Cuban art collections from the colonial times up to contemporary generations.

King and Queen of Spain visited Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, where Goya's self-portrait is on loan from the Museo Nacional del Prado, Madrid

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Later in the morning, Their Majesties travelled to the Centro de Inmunología Molecular de Cuba (Center for Molecular Immunology of Cuba) whose aim is to obtain and produce new bio-pharmaceuticals for the treatment of cancer and other non-transmissible diseases.

King and Queen of Spain visit Centro de Inmunología Molecular de Cuba

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In the afternoon they flew to Santiago de Cuba where they toured Castillo del Morro de San Pedro de la Roca, a military fortress which is declared a World Heritage Site. In the bulwark, they honoured fallen soldiers in a ceremony for the 'Squadron of the Admiral Cervera' who lost their lives in the combat of 1898.

To conclude their State Trip they visited the Memorial de la Loma de San Juan, the site of a decisive battle in the Hispano-Cuban War (Spanish-American War). A wreath was laid at the monument of the Spanish soldier and a reading was read.

WHAT QUEEN LETIZIA WORE

DRESS: Massimo Dutti Pleated Dress with Two-Tone Print (repeat).

Massimo Dutti Pleated Dress with Two-Tone Print

Previously worn:

18 Sep 2018 - 30th anniversary of the Magna Charta Universitatum

18 Sep 2018 - 30th anniversary of the Magna Charta Universitatum

27 Mar 2019 - VIII International Congress of the Spanish Language

27 Mar 2019 - VIII International Congress of the Spanish Language

14 Jun 2019 - Audience hearings

14 Jun 2019 - Audience hearings

BELT: NEW! Navy leather skinny belt (unidentified).

Queen Letizia wears navy leather skinny belt

HANDBAG: CH Carolina Herrera 'Baret' navy fold-over clutch bag (repeat).

CH Carolina Herrera 'Baret' navy flap clutch bag

SHOES: Carolina Herrera navy suede slingback pumps (repeat).

Carolina Herrera navy suede slingback pumps

EARRINGS: Unidentified gold bamboo design huggie hoop earrings (repeat).

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TOUR RECAP

There were not too many sartorial surprises for the State Visit to Cuba. The Queen of Spain took a modest approach to her tour wardrobe and over 60% of the dresses she packed were a repeat. Judging from the reader comments it's clear to see the mint Nina Ricci midi dress was the standout piece! Do you agree?

Hugo Boss (NEW)

Carolina Herrera (repeat)

Carolina Herrera (repeat)

Unknown (repeat)

Adolfo Dominguez (repeat)

Nina Ricci (NEW)

Maje (NEW)

Massimo Dutti (repeat)