On Thursday, October 2, 2025, Queen Máxima attended the opening of the 75th anniversary celebrations of the Hotel Management School Maastricht (HMSM), part of Zuyd University of Applied Sciences. The celebrations, held under the theme Roots and Wings, focused both on the history of the school and on the future of hospitality, education, and craftsmanship.
Since 1950, HMSM has trained nearly ten thousand students for international careers in hotel and food service management. The school is internationally recognized as one of the leading institutes in higher hotel management. On this occasion, the Queen wore an outfit by Matthijs van Bergen, consisting of a navy jacket and a patterned skirt.
Matthijs van Bergen jacket and skirt
Classic combination and the saucer hat is wonderful on her.
ردحذفBeautiful hair wonderful styled!
If this is not the best argument against long skirts, then ... I don't know what. Fashion should not be there to perpetuate itself by periodically eliminating what was flattering for as good as everybody. It's a pity women comply with it. For me, this very feminine two-piece is as lovely as can be.
ردحذفAgree !!
حذفI don’t understand your middle sentences but agree she looks fab! I also love long skirts and think with 8 billion people in the world and a multitude of cultures, there’s room for enormous differences in fashion.
حذفAnon 18.23 It’s a call for more thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable fashion, one that serves people rather than trends.
حذف? Te much hair; dated outfit could better
ردحذفClassy clothes are never out of fashion! Absolutely love this outfit from head to toe.
حذف? Nice try; but old and dated outfit.
ردحذفThe shirt under the jacket makes it look oldfashioned: the model wears it without with the jacket tighter which makes it much better.
حذفThe straw hat has no relation with the blue toned outfit and is superfluous.
European royalty typically refrains from pursuing contemporary trends.
حذف7:03 I don’t think the model looks better, I think the simple top with jacket to be far more elegant. And I adore the hat! She’s holding on to the tradition of the queen wearing a hat to all anniversaries and openings and I love it.
حذفNice outfit, not a wow outfit. Not a fan of this hat, looks like a shallow bowl. She always has a smile for the people; this compensates a bit.
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Knowing how fashion-forward and eclectic Maxima can be in her wardrobe choices from day to day, this two-piece looks decidedly retro and slightly 'ordinary' in comparison. I don't dislike it by any means - it actually looks rather nice with the colours, the printed skirt, the jacket (on the model) and the chic, short skirt length. What definitely confirms is that Maxima is one of the most versatile royals when it comes to fashion. She happily explores the extremes from safe to outrageous, including everything in between, and 90% of the time they all look great on her. I note that she has added a blouse under the jacket and this, to me, diminishes the intended look slightly, though I think it was definitely necessary for her, and the outfit still looks good.
ردحذفAs for her hat, I love this one. It reminds me of classic, vintage, Chanel or Dior. Nice to see her wearing some different hats styles over the past couple of days. There's that versatility again.
- Anon 9:13
This is a very fair, very good sartorial analysis, much better than using meaningless adjectives to criticize Maxima, often just for the sake of trashing her.
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Agreed. Very sensible comment, Anon at 9:13
حذفShe looks elegant, but is so outdated…
ردحذفOh yes, let's make those mountains of used clothes in the third world much-much bigger than they already are, in order to satisfy ... well whom actually? blog commenters with expectations?
حذفHow is a cute skirt paired with a simple top and jacket outdated? It’s just sweet and classic l.
حذفThe outfit is okay, the hat, I dislike. The pearl necklace is gorgeous, the pearls are a glorious size and looks wonderful.
ردحذفRavissante sauf ce genre de chapeau qui à mon avis, déséquilibre son look !
ردحذفVery outdated and the hat makes no sense for this engagement inside the hotel
ردحذفMaxima wears hats when invited to celebrate anniversaries etc. I find this one particularly beautiful for her face. What drives your comment that this outfit is “outdated” rather than classic, as other commenters are saying? I don’t see what you see.
حذفFashion for royals is less about trendchasing and more about storytelling.
حذفAs for the hat, royal engagements frequently involve formal attire regardless of location. Hats are a longstanding part of royal protocol, symbolising decorum and distinction. Even indoors, they can serve as a nod to tradition or elevate the ensemble with a statement piece. So while it might seem unconventional in a hotel setting, it’s likely intentional and in keeping with her role.
Who are you 5:47? You’ve written your response so well and with knowledge too!! Appreciated!!
حذفLovely outfit. I genuinely don't understand the outdated comments. Why would a classic navy jacket and patterned skirt be outdated? Is it because the skirt is relatively short? In any event, I think Queen Maxima looks brilliant in this outfit
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