The King and Queen of Spain accompanied by their daughters Leonor, Princess of Asturias and Infanta Sofia, presided over the 2019 Princess of Asturias Awards held at the Campoamor Theater in Oviedo.
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Upon arrival they followed the tradition of walking the blue carpet with Queen Sofia who was seated in the royal box while they took to the head table to deliver the awards.
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The annual prizes are awarded by the Princess of Asturias foundation to people or organisations from around the globe who make notable achievements in science, humanities and public affairs. It is thought to be one of the most prestigious cultural events on the international agenda.
Leonor, Princess of Asturias heir to the Spanish throne made her debut. She addressed the theater in her first five minute speech at the awards ceremony which bears her title.
Her family were immensely proud.
This event is one of the most anticipated on the Spanish royal calendar and we are always excited to see what Queen Letizia will premier at this annual gala.
Tonight she opted for understated glamour and debuted a burgundy red Felipe Varela midi dress.
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The short sleeve chiffon dress features a high v-neckline and finely pleated waist with sequin trim.
Letizia teamed it with her metallic Felipe Varela clutch and burgundy LODI suede ankle strap pumps.
The highlight of the outfit were a new pair of dazzling ruby and diamond drop earrings. Each earring features two different sized oval ruby cabochons surrounded by a double row of diamonds. Their provenance is unknown.
Below is the full coverage of the ceremony:
FASHION FLASHBACK
Letizia has only ever trusted the Spanish couturier to outfit her for this special occasion since her first attendance in 2004. Letizia was absent in 2005 due to the impending birth of Princess Leonor. Do you have a favourite look?
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