Queen Letizia has turned her and King Felipe's ongoing state visit to China into her sartorial playground. On 11 November, the Spanish Queen, 53, was seen during a meeting with the President of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, and the First Lady, Peng Liyuan, during their visit to China running from 11 to 13 November. Posing for a photograph alongside her hosts and her husband, former news anchor Letizia, made an appearance at Zhongnanhai, the president's residence and the home of the State Council, wearing a particularly flamboyant dress, which may look familiar to royal fans.
Letizia's dress, which was khaki in hue and featured a line of feathers down one side, was first seen in 2021 when she wore it alongside her husband and daughters, Princess Leonor, 20, and Infanta Sofia, 18, to the 29th Princess of Asturias Awards Concert at the Prince Felipe Auditorium in Oviedo, Spain. The Princess of Asturias Awards, of which Princess Leonor is the patron and honorary president, are presented on behalf of the Princess of Asturias Foundation, to recognise individuals and organisations for their outstanding achievements in the Arts, Social Sciences, International Cooperation, and Sport.
On this occasion, and during the meeting with the Chinese president on Tuesday, Letizia teamed the feathered dress with gold kitten heels. It's a look that I can see the royal re-wearing during party season, and a look that gets a fashion stylist's seal of approval. "Queen Letizia's look in Beijing was a masterclass in refined glamour," personal stylist Constance Richardson, who has worked in styling for over three years, tells us.
"Rewearing her feather-trimmed cut-out dress, she balanced elegance with a touch of drama. The soft colour kept it understated, while the feather detailing added movement and flair. Styled with gold Magrit slingbacks and a matching clutch, the look felt polished, modern, and perfectly composed for a diplomatic evening."
Queen Letizia's China state visit wardrobe
Having kept up with all of Queen Letizia's outings during her state visit to China on HELLO!'s Lifestyle desk, I know that she has worn several stylish outfits. Keep scrolling for every look so far…