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.
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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.
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DeleteI 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.
DeleteAnon 18.23 It’s a call for more thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable fashion, one that serves people rather than trends.
Delete? Te much hair; dated outfit could better
ReplyDeleteClassy clothes are never out of fashion! Absolutely love this outfit from head to toe.
Delete? Nice try; but old and dated outfit.
ReplyDeleteThe shirt under the jacket makes it look oldfashioned: the model wears it without with the jacket tighter which makes it much better.
DeleteThe straw hat has no relation with the blue toned outfit and is superfluous.
European royalty typically refrains from pursuing contemporary trends.
Delete7:03 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.
DeleteNice 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.
ReplyDeleteAs 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
DeleteShe looks elegant, but is so outdated…
ReplyDeleteOh 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?
DeleteHow is a cute skirt paired with a simple top and jacket outdated? It’s just sweet and classic l.
DeleteThe outfit is okay, the hat, I dislike. The pearl necklace is gorgeous, the pearls are a glorious size and looks wonderful.
ReplyDeleteRavissante sauf ce genre de chapeau qui à mon avis, déséquilibre son look !
ReplyDeleteVery outdated and the hat makes no sense for this engagement inside the hotel
ReplyDeleteMaxima 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.
DeleteFashion for royals is less about trendchasing and more about storytelling.
DeleteAs 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!!
DeleteLovely 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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