On May 9, 2025, Queen Letizia of Spain visited Madrid’s iconic Cuesta de Moyano book fair on the occasion of its centenary. The visit, which took place on Europe Day, included a meeting with booksellers and honorary members of the civic association Soy de la Cuesta. Cuesta de Moyano, located near Madrid's famous Retiro Park, holds immense significance for book lovers in the city. During the fair visit, the Queen wore a checked coat by Mirto.
The history of this open-air book fair, which operates every day of the week, dates back to 1925, when a series of 15-square-meter wooden stalls were set up along the street. Upon her arrival, the Queen was welcomed by the President of the Community of Madrid, Isabel Díaz Ayuso; the Minister of Culture, Ernest Urtasun; the Mayor of Madrid, José Luis Martínez-Almeida; and the founder and executive director of the Soy de la Cuesta Association.
Today Letizia spends time in a book Paradies. Great place to be for a reader. I like her Coat; she is always in style.
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Je ne suis pas vraiment fan de petits carreaux mais là, je reconnais que Letizia a belle allure dans ce modèle de trench-coat imperméabilisé porté sur une association de parties noires ; j'aime bien son petit sac à mains !
ReplyDeleteI like this outfit, its well put together. I can recall her wearing this trench coat before, it looks great. Love her shoes.
ReplyDeleteQ. Letitia looks wonderful here. The checked raincoat fits her well and the accessories (shoes and bag) add interest to the overall look. (V.M.)
ReplyDeleteI really love this entire outfit. The coat is casual chic and I adore her shoes. I would like to see her wear a white blouse under the coat another time. I think it would look equally good, possibly more elevated.
ReplyDeleteLove her shoes!
ReplyDeleteI like the Queen's coat, but not a fan of either the handbag or the shoes. Neither are very elegant looking. I think Queen would be better off buying just a few pair of well crafted Italian made shoes rather than all of these flats that do not look like classic designers , probably made in Spain and not as comfortable. I say that from experience . Italian shoes are the most comfortable and can be purchased in 1 to or 2 inch heels.
ReplyDeleteAnd why do you think Spanish shoes are not as comfortable? Some fantastic Spanish brands are Camper, Lodi, Magrit, Sara Navarro, Pretty Ballerinas, Farrutx, Castañer, Paris 1964 (in spite of the name it's a Spanish brand), Lottusse. I can assure you that in my experience they're just as comfortable and well looking as Italian ones. And do you know the Stuart Weitzman brand. His shoes are actually made in Spain!
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DeleteI like Queen Letizia's shoes. Also the Italian brands make this shape of shoes now. In my shoestore one can find shoes from a lot of brands and from all European countries. They even have comfort shoes in the same shape Queen Letizia is wearing. You should be surprized if you saw their shoe collection. Not everybody can wear Italian shoes not because they are not of good quality but because they are designed to wear by women with small feet and to wear in countries where it does not rain much. The leather is very thin and therefore Italian shoes are quicker used. I wore Italian shoes when I was young too. Now I must wear comfort shoes with a wider width because of foot problems due to age and also the fact that I do my walking every day. I also wore shoes and boots made in Spain in the past, they were very comfortable and I had them a very long time. Queen Letizia's shoes are not flat. They have block heels (last picture on the left). Maybe you don't like this shoe shape, but that doesn't mean they are not good to walk with. I am sure with the feet problems she had lately, she will know by now what kind of shoe she cannot wear any more. If she can find a comfortable shoe with a fashion design, why would she not buy it ?
@Anonymous. yesterday- 11:24
DeleteI do not know why you said that Italian made shoes (I mean 100% Italian made shoes) are designed for women with small feet and have to be worn in countries where it is not so rainy!
I'm the living proof that your statement is baseless.
I very much buy Italian made shoes (I'm talking about models I wear in my free time), I'm an Italian size 40 and often have to size up to 41 for pumps and other high heeled shoes
Sorry, but what you said is rather arguable and does not prove to be true.
I also happened to buy Italian made flats, runners, combat boots , etc and I have never been disappointed as to the size range (my foot size is always the same!), high leather quality and resistance even under very bad weather conditions, like the ones I have to cope with in the Scandi countries where I live for a part of my working week.
It all depends on the budget you have at hand and the quality you can afford, irrispective of the name of the brand and country of origin, which is also a moot matter of discussion, given that brand names do not automatically imply that their shoes are manufactured in those specific countries.
As to Spanish shoe brands, I love some of them too, particularly Castaner.
I know you are going to correct me on the Castaner spelling according to what you "studied" ( what/ when?😳) but you know, I do have enough time to change my keyboard language characters and accents.
Please, do it for me.
I know you have plently of time on your hands😉.
In addition, I will never understand why you are so obsessioned with feet problems and all illnesses and have elected all human ailments as prominent topics on this fashion blog!
Why do you insist so much on Queen Letizia's feet, surgery etc and on your own issues, which are very much private concerns not to be showcased on this platform?
Gotta leave now.
Bye
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DeleteLe crois que Letizia a déjà porte cet imper que je trouve très joli. Elle qui devait subir une chirurgie au(x) pied(s) semble plutôt avoir opter pour des chaussures confortables. En souhaitant que cela règle son problème.
ReplyDeleteLove her coat.
ReplyDeleteGreat coat!
ReplyDeleteCette fois-ci je ne suis pas enthousiasmée par la tenue, et pas du tout par le sac et les chaussures. Mais, d'habitude, j'aime souvent son élégance. Paloma.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adore this outfit from head to toe. I love the idea of simple black with a cute coat over for contrast and comfortable but cute shoes. She looks so happy and energetic in this outfit, and that she could easily spend all day walking around, greeting, reading books, looking.
ReplyDeleteLetizia se ve feliz entre libros, como lectora empedernida que es. Este impermeable lo ha usado varias veces y es ideal para la extraña primavera húmeda que tenemos en Madrid. Es cómodo, práctico y muy bonito. Los zapatos también lo son y muy originales con el tacón de bloque y las dobles trabillas. Perfecta para caminar entre las casetas.
ReplyDeleteIn my opinion, she's well dressed; it's an attractive outfit. I like her handbag. The style is different and goes with the whole look.
ReplyDeleteMy only criticism concerns her shoes. They're not my style at all. I would have preferred pumps, tennis shoes or flats, why not!
But not this type of shoe.
To sum up, Queen Letizia is elegant and beautiful. Everything is well put together, except these shoes, which add neither style nor elegance to her look.
-Astrid.
@ Astrid
DeleteThese are fashion shoes. Queen Letizia is always dressed according the latest trends. Shoes which are too flat are not good for sensible feet. The block heels are an excellent solution for her.
à Anonyme 11/05/2025 10:52
DeleteJe suis entièrement d'accord avec vous car si je porte des chaussures trop plates en période estivale- j'ai des douleurs dans la plante des pieds ; mon podologue m'a donc suggéré des chaussures à petits talons entre 2.5 cm et 3 cm maxi ou alors à bout carré !
I have worn Spanish made shoes and they are not as comfortable and flexible as Italian made. Stylish and trendy - yes. They are ok as are German made shoes, but again they don't compare with Italian. But anything beats shoes made in China. Queen wears some oxford block heels and I think they are cute and stylish - especially for pant suits.
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