44 Times Queen Letizia of Spain Made The Fashion World Bow Down

Updated on Oct 28, 2015 at 9:30 AM

Queen Letizia of Spain has been setting European royal dress codes since she married her husband, Felipe, in 2004. A television anchor when she and Felipe met, Letizia and her style have evolved over the last decade. When Letizia entered public life, she was known for her love of separates; she wore business-like suit skirts and was a big fan of the blazer.

The intervening years have been exciting ones for Letizia. She and Felipe went from Prince and Princess to King and Queen following his father Juan Carlos I's abdication in 2014. Now, content in her senior royal status, Letizia is a little more comfortable expressing her personality through her clothes. That means that the Queen selects bold tiaras, jewel-colored gowns, and form-fitting sheath dresses to wear at official engagements at home and abroad. Many compare Letizia's style to that of Kate Middleton of Britain or Princess Mary of Denmark, but we think Letizia has a look all her own — read on to see 44 examples of her exemplary style.

When She Was a Literal Princess at Her Wedding

Letizia wore a Manuel Pertegaz gown to her 2004 wedding.

When She Wore a One-Shouldered Gown Like It's NBD

Letizia wore a blue gown to a wedding in 2010.

When She Wore a Full-Length Gown to Walk Around Outside

Letizia was dressed to the nines for a military parade in 2015.

When She Pulled Off an Effortless Tiara Look

Bling was the name of the game for the wedding of Sweden's Princess Victoria in 2010.

When She Wore a Button-Down Shirt to a Formal Event

Letizia made a white button-down look more chic than ever for a state event in 2008.

When She Rocked an On-Trend Grid-Print Shirt

Letizia let her grid print do the talking at a 2014 engagement.

When She Pulled Off the White Blazer Look

Letizia's blazer was anything but business-like for a concert in 2003.

When She Completed Her Look With the Perfect Belt

In 2006, Letizia finished an all-black look with a statement belt.

When She Brought an Outdoorsy Look Inside

Letizia didn't let formality get in the way of her outdoorsy jacket at a palace event in 2009.

When She Rocked a Mini Skirt

Letizia paired a mini skirt with separates for a 2009 event.

When She Wore a Blush Lace Gown

Letizia was royal perfection for a dinner in 2012.

When She Contrasted Her Gown and Her Sash

Letizia wasn't afraid to mix colors at a gala dinner in 2004.

When Her All White Look Was More Than All Right

Letizia went with the bridal theme for her engagement photos in 2003.

When She Was the Lady in Red

All eyes were on Letizia for a 2008 engagement with Felipe.

When She Wore a Satin Suit

Letizia was dressed to impress in a blue satin suit in 2010.

When Her Overcoat Matched Her Pants

Letizia, clearly a fan of one-color looks, paired a pristine white overcoat with an all white look in 2004.

When She Brought Out the Black Lace

Letizia picked a black gown with lace details for a 2013 event with Felipe.

When She Wore the Perfect Day Look

Letizia was perfectly attired for 2006 art opening.

When Her Belt Said It All

Letizia paired a contrasting red belt with her ensemble for a 2008 outing with Felipe.

When Her Neckline Did the Talking

Letizia picked a statement look for an awards ceremony in 2009.

When She Just Plain Old Wore Leather Pants

Letizia brought edge to her royal style with a 2013 outfit that included leather pants.

When She Committed to Cream

Cream was Letizia's color of choice when she brougth daughter Leonor home from the hospital in 2005.

When She Wore the Perfect Sheath Dress

Letizia's dress was fit to perfection for a 2012 engagement.

When She Made the Blazer Formal

Letizia paired a blazer with a gown for 2011 gala.

When She Rocked Black Tights Like a Pro

Letizia completed an outfit with sheer black tights in 2006.

When She Mixed White and Black Perfectly

Simplicity was the name of the game for a 2012 event.

When She Matched Her Shoes and Gown

It was blue sparkle everything for a gala dinner in 2004.

When She Was a Pink Princess

It was one color head to toe — plus a tiara! — for a gala dinner in 2008.

When She Wore a Sleek Black Jumpsuit

Letizia wore a black jumpsuit to a concert in 2015.

When She Elevated Her Outerwear

Letizia wore a gorgeous camel coat to an event in 2005.

When Her LBD Was a Big Deal

Letizia picked a simple LBD for a night out in 2011.

When She Put a Bow on It

Letizia's look for an ambassadorial event in 2005 was a bow at the waist.

When She Echoed Chanel

Letizia wore a plaid blazer and skirt to a military parade in 2012.

When She Proudly Wore Ruffles

Letizia's skirt was the statement piece during a 2008 royal reception.

When She Did Peplum Perfectly

Letizia's peplum blazer was perfect for an awards ceremony in 2013.

When She Did Professional Pink

Letizia rocked a two-piece pink ensemble for an opening event in 2004.

When She Wore a Long-Sleeved Dress

Letizia paired a red dress with red shoes in 2014.

When She Kept It Simple

Letizia went with a simple gown and simple jacket for a gala dinner in 2007.

When She Fit in With the Family

Letizia's dress looked perfect alongside her mother-in-law and husband in 2008.

When She Had a Pop of Color

Letizia's unexpected print was a breath of fresh air at a 2011 awards ceremony.

When She Made a Tee Look Polished

Letizia showed her version of casual for a reception in 2009.

When Her Skirt Made Our Jaws Drop

Letizia swept into a 2008 reception with a perfectly lady-like skirt.

When Her Bow Was the Best

Letizia proved bows are for grown ups at a 2010 concert.

When Her Accessories Were on Point

Letizia paired a chic black clutch and black shoes for a 2015 event.