Queen Letizia of Spain never ceases to amaze with her sense of style and her taste for fashion at the ABC Journalism Awards: Mariano de Cavia, Luca de Tena and Mingote.
Every year, during this important journalistic gala, she shows us her ability to choose outfits that are the center of attention.
Queen Letizia’s style at the ABC Journalism Awards
Over the years, Letizia has worn a variety of looks, from classic and elegant pieces to daring and avant-garde. Here we look back at some of her best fashion moments at this prestigious ceremony.
An unforgettable debut: 2014
In 2014, Letizia attended the awards ceremony for the first time as Queen, marking the occasion with a Carolina Herrera dress that has become one of her favorites.
This elegant pearl gray design, made of silk with floral print and sheer sleeves, captured all eyes.
She completed her look with Magrit sandals adorned with flowers and ruby earrings from Aldao jewelry, adding a touch of color and sophistication.
Passion for jumpsuits: 2015
The following year, Letizia demonstrated her love for jumpsuits with a Felipe Varela design, which she had previously worn to the Princess of Asturias Awards concert.
Although she usually debuts new pieces for the Journalism Awards, she opted for a black jumpsuit from her closet, adorned with guipure on the chest.
This outfit, paired with diamond earrings by Yanes, highlighted her elegance and positioned her as a fashion icon.
A groundbreaking style: 2016
In 2016, Queen Letizia ventured out in a bold Nina Ricci design.
The dress, with metallic vertical stripes in varying shades, paired with a wet-effect hairstyle, received widespread applause.
This ensemble defied the traditional norms of what was expected of a Queen, and Letizia proved that taking risks sometimes has its rewards.
Modern elegance: 2017
The following year, the Queen of Spain attended the ceremony alone due to her husband’s obligations to the country’s political situation.
For the occasion, she chose a burgundy jumpsuit by Angel Schlesser, sleeveless and with palazzo pants, which accentuated her figure with a maxi belt.
She paired this sophisticated look with a pink Tita Madrid clutch bag and diamond earrings, again showing her ability to mix modernity with elegance.
The return to discretion: 2018
After two years of daring outfits, Letizia opted for a more conservative look in 2018 with a black Carolina Herrera dress adorned with sequins and white polka dots.
This outfit was complemented with chaton earrings from the passing lot, a collection of historic jewelry passed down from queen to queen, highlighting heritage and tradition.
A touch of originality: 2019
In 2019, Letizia continued with black, but with an innovative twist. She wore a Hugo Boss midi dress with cascading fringe and macramé details on the neckline and shoulders.
This look was finished off with a black Bottega Veneta clutch, historic earrings and elegant Prada shoes, underlining her taste for bold yet refined fashion.
Bringing back the classics: 2020
During the pandemic in 2020, the Queen rescued a structured Roberto Torretta dress in burgundy from her closet.
This classic look, enhanced with a black Bottega Veneta clutch and her beloved Manolo Blahnik, proved that even in tough times, Letizia maintains her impeccable sense of style.
Reusing in style: 2021
In 2021, Letizia repeated a Lola Li design she had previously worn, making sure to adjust the neckline after a minor mishap earlier.
She complemented this elegant ensemble with metallic Magrit pumps and a matching clutch, showing that she knows how to reinvent her outfits.
A notable absence: 2022 and triumphant return: 2023
Although in 2022 Letizia was unable to attend due to her coronavirus recovery, in 2023 she returned in a vibrant Maksu ensemble.
This look, composed of an asymmetrical neckline blouse and blue sarong skirt, was complemented with Jimmy Choo high heels and yellow gold earrings by Tous, proving that the Queen is still a central figure in the fashion world.
Queen Letizia continues to set trends and dazzle in every appearance, cementing her place as a royal style icon.