This Thursday marks a significant moment for the royal family as they host their traditional reception with Balearic Islands officials and members of Balearic society. It stands as one of the most emblematic events of the King and Queen’s summer stay in Palma, resuming a ceremony that had not taken place since 2019. The gathering at Marivent Palace opens its doors for a meeting hosted at the Almudaina Palace and brings together nearly four hundred attendees representing various sectors of Balearic life.
Together, King Philip and Queen Letizia, accompanied by Doña Sofía, who has been enjoying the Mallorca summer for several weeks and has made a notable appearance this year, exchanged smiles and exchanged remarks that underscored warmth and close ties. Their interactions suggested a sense of ease and familiarity, with glances and comments hovering between moments of laughter and quiet conversation, dispelling any rumors of tension between the royals.
Without Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia, who drew attention for their poise and style during the Royal Family’s visit to the Valldemossa Charterhouse last Monday—marking their only public appearance during the Palma stay—Queen Letizia became the central figure of the reception. Her presence epitomized elegance as she arrived to greet Balearic officials and society leaders, reinforcing her reputation as one of the country’s most fashionable figures.
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The Queen arrived with a radiant tan, giving a nod to Balearic fashion. She captivated onlookers in a skirt by designer Pablo Erroz during her final look, paired with a striking ensemble from Charo Ruiz that proved to be a summer sensation. The dress featured a cactus-inspired print in green and yellow hues on an orange background, a hallmark piece from Charo Ruiz, one of Mallorca’s most recognizable fashion houses.
Her ensemble boasted an asymmetric, flared hem, a Bardot neckline, and a fitted honeycomb bodice, which together highlighted her figure and elongated her silhouette as she moved. The skirt complemented the sun-kissed tan she wore after several days in Palma. The dress, originally priced at 439 euros, was available at a reduced 351 euros and had already been worn by notable figures such as Paula Echevarría, Ana Milan, and Marta Lozano in various versions.
The look was completed with espadrilles from Calzados Picón in a vivid orange hue, featuring ankle-lacing and a design exclusive to the monarch, while other color options were available on the Murcian brand’s website for under 60 euros. Accessories included a pair of gold-toned premiere earrings by Isabel Guarch, inspired by the pines of Mallorca’s Serra de Tramontana. A low bun and bright makeup completed the radiant, summery appearance that accentuated the overall tan and attire.