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Queen Letizia of Spain appeared demure in black fitted costume at a glittering state occasion at Buckingham Palace for world leaders and worldwide royals, hosted by King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla on the eve of Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral – see pictures
Queen Letizia and her husband King Felipe VI attended a particular state occasion hosted by King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla on Sunday night – and the Spanish royal’s sartorial show was unparalleled as ever.
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The royal, who turned 50 final week, appeared stylish in a black costume as she arrived at Buckingham Palace on the arm of her husband, shortly after touching down in London forward of the Queen‘s state funeral on Monday.
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The loose-fitting costume designed by royally-approved model Carolina Herrera featured an association of applique flowers on one aspect and a easy spherical neck. Preserving her hair swept again, Letizia wore her locks in an elegant chignon and the elegant fashion complemented her mimimal make-up look.
Queen Letizia appeared good in Carolina Herrera
A pair of leather-based Prada pumps accomplished her head-to-toe designer aesthetic, along with a stunning pair of diamond drop earrings by Harry Winston.
Earlier within the day, the couple attended Westminster Corridor to see the Queen’s coffin. Since touching down within the UK, Letizia was pictured by the MailOnline sporting one other black ensemble, this time a black costume with a dramatic sq. neckline and lengthy sleeves.
Letizia added a nod to the late Queen in her easy outfit by carrying a glowing brooch affixed to her costume. The monarch was well-known for her huge assortment of particular brooches so it was a beautiful tribute to the previous monarch.
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King Felipe appeared dapper a black go well with with matching black tie for the Buckingham Palace reception, which boasted a extra relaxed costume code than state occasions sometimes require from company.
Whereas the occasion is classed as a night reception, it has been determined that the costume code is lounge go well with, that means that royal women won’t be required to put on tiaras.
The royal joined members of the British royal household for the occasion
There set guidelines across the carrying of tiaras, that are reserved for occasions that begin after 5pm and there are solely a sure variety of events when it’s acceptable – together with inaugurations, royal dinners, and state visits.
The Spanish royals had been two of 30 members of abroad royalty in attendance, together with King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium and Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco. US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron had been additionally on the unique guestlist.
As non-working royals, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and Prince Andrew weren’t in attendance.
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Queen Elizabeth II was a doting mom and grandmother to many, and on Monday, which has been confirmed as a nationwide day of mourning, her family members will be a part of worldwide royals and world leaders on the Queen’s state funeral at Westminster Abbey.
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