The Queen of Spain visited the exhibition 'Concepción Arenal. La Pasión Humanista 1820-1893' (The Humanist Passion) organised by the National Library of Spain and Spanish Cultural Action, at Biblioteca Nacional de España, Madrid.
The exhibition marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Concepción Arenal Ponte, in Ferro (31st January 2020). Concepción Arenal, a graduate in law, thinker, journalist, poet and Galician dramatic author within the literary Realism and pioneer in Spanish feminism, she was one of the most important thinkers of 19th century Spain and a key figure in Spanish culture in the forging of a liberal national consciousness.
The exhibition is structured into eight biographical spaces (Ferrol, Armano, Madrid, Potes, Coruña, Madrid, Gijón, Vigo) in which she lived, thought, wrote, loved and repaired texts, manuscripts, objects and images linked to her life. Another four thematic spaces articulate (loves and heartbreaks; models and values; Who am I? Portraits; Concepción Arenal activist, its causes).
Queen Letizia arrived at the National Library of Spain wearing her black Carolina Herrera cape-inspired coat.
Once inside the building, she took it off to fully reveal a dark pink open back dress by Massimo Dutti.
The $315 piece is a new addition to Letizia's closet. It features a high neck that drapes around to the back and finishes in a reverse collar.
Queen Letizia complemented the jewel tone with her LODI 'Sara' ombre patent pumps.
8 Comments
Sandy
18/2/2021 12:26:17 am
It's great to see a new item especially in such a vibrant shade of red.
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Laura
18/2/2021 03:58:45 am
Love this dress and it beautiful, rich colour. I like it best with boots, as the model is wearing. If worn with shoes, I think it is a bit too long. A brooch might have been nice, but that isn't really Letizia's style. Never can figure out the coat over the shoulders look. Either put it on, or take it off!
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Ava Pittman
18/2/2021 12:52:02 pm
Gorgeous splash of red/ruby colour, suits the Queen so well. I love this dress, the fit and style is lovely. One of the things I like, is this dress is so distinctive. The back view equally fetching. I saw on another site, the price of this dress has been significantly reduced. a real bonus!. I may be in the minority, but I love these shoes with this dress and worn with no belt. The colour combination of these shoes is divine.
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Geneviève
19/2/2021 12:00:22 am
I don't like this dress at all. It gave me flash-backs to things I wore when I was in my teens: heavy, overpowering, and frumpy. I'm not very objective here as I had a visceral response! Let's see, for me the skirt is too long with the high neck and the long sleeves. Maybe one or the other. The back looks cool but strikes me as impractically draughty. I do like the reverse collar and agree with those who preferred the styling with the boots. It doesn't help that I've already seen the next post in which she is wearing one of my favourite items.
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Jennifer F
19/2/2021 08:24:43 am
This dress is a beautiful find from the high street, it's simple and elegant. The dolman sleeves are balanced by the narrow cuffs and fitted-waist, while the fabric falls effortlessly creating a timeless silhouette. The dress requires minimal accessories - the stunning cherry hue dominates the look. Matching ombre pumps were the perfect choice with the sky-high heels and glossy finish providing subtle drama. I hope this dress is repeated in the future, it could be sensational if shortened by two inches to show a fraction more leg, I would also suggest a soft, modern updo to keep the look youthful. For a high impact ensemble, a pair of pointed-toe pumps in a contrasting colour may work (embodying a Victoria Beckham aesthetic - VB daringly styles long, colour-block dresses with statement pumps/boots). Minor quibble, I don't think the coat complements the outfit, but it was most likely worn briefly between car and building.
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Bertie
22/2/2021 07:28:04 am
Dolman, of course. And there's me fumbling around and coming up with batwing...duh. Thanks for the professional update!
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JessicA
21/2/2021 10:25:47 am
This is unreal. I love this combo and I love everything she wears. So stylish and fitted and appropriate! Glad to see her out doing good work
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Bertie
22/2/2021 07:25:40 am
A great addition to Letizia's wardrobe. Well done Matissmo Dutti who seem to have taken some classic winter style and given it some quiet twists with an extra soft turtle neck, wrap skirt, and the surprise back slit. I think there may be some batwing sleeves in there too.
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