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Queen Sofía Receives the Golden Fleece as Spain’s Royals Signal Unity in Synchronized Style

Coverage emphasized designer choices and noted Queen Letizia’s reuse of a Carolina Herrera set first worn on a 2024 state visit to Italy.

Overview

  • At a November 21 ceremony in Madrid’s Royal Palace, Queen Sofía was presented the Collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece for a lifetime of service.
  • Queen Letizia appeared in a pale‑pink Carolina Herrera ensemble from Wes Gordon’s AW 2024–25 collection with matching Magrit slingbacks and mini bag, mirroring Queen Sofía’s similarly toned Alejandro de Miguel look.
  • Royal fashion specialists interpreted the coordinated pink as a tribute to Sofía and a visual message of unity and continuity within the monarchy.
  • Princess Leonor wore a burgundy Bleis Madrid tailored suit with Monpiel Mary Janes, while Infanta Sofía chose a modern Vogana top‑and‑trousers combination; King Felipe’s dark red tie aligned with Leonor’s palette.
  • El Litoral reported additional honorees—Felipe González, Miguel Herrero and Miquel Roca—and noted the absence of Juan Carlos I, who was invited to a private family lunch the following day.