On the first day of her state visit to Suriname, it became clear that Maxima doesn’t need grand displays to make an impression.
From the moment she and King Willem-Alexander were welcomed at the Presidential Palace by Jennifer Geerlings-Simons and her husband, it was clear the day would be intense.
The queen chose an outfit that conveyed both the solemnity and warmth required for an official reception in a country celebrating 50 years of independence.
What did Maxima wear for the day’s first activities?
For the start, Maxima chose a white Natan dress with eyelet embroidery, a fresh and neat design that worked well in Paramaribo’s climate. She paired it with her nude-toned Gianvito Rossi pumps and a Patek Philippe watch, a combination she often chooses when she needs to maintain elegance without detracting from the diplomatic agenda.
Throughout speeches, greetings, and the floral offering at the statue of Mama Sranan—a symbol of the country’s diverse roots—her style remained firm and comfortable.
What changed in her look for the afternoon meetings?
The second half of the day brought a more colorful twist. For her visits to the National Assembly, the court, and a meeting with representatives of communities descended from enslaved people, Maxima wore another Natan design, this time paired with a red Santesteban purse and a burgundy Fabienne Delvigne hat.
She wore the watch again and added a Dinh Van bracelet. The pumps also changed, now in red. The warm palette seemed chosen to better integrate into a context steeped in history and emotion.
And what did Maxima wear to the state banquet?
At night, the atmosphere demanded brilliance, and the queen responded with one of those moments that royal jewelry lovers love to see.
She chose a bright orange dress, Natan sandals, and the Dinh Van bracelet, but the centerpiece was the Diamond Bandeau, a design with a rich history that originated in 1937 from a necklace of thirty-four diamonds given to Queen Emma in 1879.
Maxima wore it naturally, blending modernity with tradition.