Queen Letizia champions Amsterdam's local talent at farewell reception

18/4/2024

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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7 Comments

Geneviève

19/4/2024 10:45:08 pm

Love the drama! And it seems well-proportioned and doesn't overwhelm her. Excellent choice.

Even though I didn't like everything worn on this trip, it was really uplifting to see such bold looks.

Sandy

19/4/2024 11:17:27 pm

Credit goes to the designer of this dress for originality. But it looks like they just took a bolt of fabric and strategically wrapped it around a mannequin to come up with this design. Once again petite Letizia is swamped by too much fabric. I'm glad she wore a shorter version because I don't think she would be able to walk in the longer one. How would one keep from tumbling with all that fabric all over the place?

Bertie

20/4/2024 06:26:51 am

This superb Benchellal sculptural dress is a stand-out look for Letizia, such a bold end-of-tour statement and so flattering to the Spanish Queen.

The softly folded bodice fabric sweeping round neck and over shoulder like an extended shawl is dramatic and innovative. It's hard to believe this is the same woman who chose such sober tweed for her arrival outfit. This is stunning.

Demure navy accessories rightly keep focus on the bold dress neckline, which is equally enhanced by the superb Queen Sofia diamond leaf earrings, beautifully showcased by a pretty updo. When she gets it right. Letizia really knocks it out the park.

Ava Pittman

20/4/2024 06:41:39 am

This draped dress is just gorgeous. The draping of the dress, is a work of art, its unusual, but I love this feature. The color is gorgeous. Love the color of her accessories, satin navy clutch, very pretty. The shoes particularly are fabulous. Love the diamond leave earrings, perfect choice.

Laura

20/4/2024 08:52:03 am

I like everything about this look especially the sculptured structure of the dress and the way it frames the neck and face. The shoes, purse and earrings coordinate well. That said, I'm not sure this is the right dress for Letizia. As I found with the royal blue evening gown, there is too much fabric for her small frame. Nevertheless, it is a stunning outfit.

Bertie

21/4/2024 08:44:54 am

I wonder if the balance of the silhouette with extra fabric at the shoulders might perhapd demand higher heels. I don't know if a shorter hemline might help with low heels, but then there is still the problem of looking too heavy. I can understand Letizia having a go at wearing this anyway, I appreciate her experimental side !

Simone

21/4/2024 05:52:23 pm

A very young Dutch designer, saluting country.

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