On December 23, 2025, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima released their 2025 Christmas card. The photo on the card shows King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, Crown Princess Amalia, Princess Alexia, and Princess Ariane together. The photograph was taken by photographer Robin Utrecht last summer after Princess Amalia’s graduation ceremony. The message on the card reads: “Merry Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year.”
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Graduatuin card! why even bother!
ReplyDeleteHmm 16:52, it’s worth considering that anyone who makes a Christmas card is doing it with joy from them to their friends, their family, their network. It’s about them for their people, celebrating their year and their Christmas. It’s not for you in this case, not to please you! So if they wish to use a beautiful photo from summer to represent their family,… then that’s completely fine!!!
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DeleteWarum nicht? Dieses Jahr hat die zukünftige Königin der Niederlande ihren ersten Meilenstein gesetzt. Darauf ist die Familie stolz und das dürfen sie auch sein. Die Freude möchten sie mit allen teilen.
DeleteDid she actually graduate ? I thought she only received a certication of attendance ?
DeleteIls ont déjà partagé cette remise de diplôme cet été, avec d'autres photos prises le même jour et vues partout dans la presse et sur Internet (et aussi sur ce blog le 15 juillet). Rien de nouveau.
Delete@19:39 So your guess about graduation "still expected" is correct, according to 2 Dutch colleagues below. I find it a regretful attitude. In such a case, a simple photo around a Christmas tree would be far more genuine.
Delete1939 of course she graduated, she is a very intelligent young woman.
DeleteQualcuno mi spieghi cosa c’entra una foto della laurea con gli auguri di Natale…troppo sforzo, troppa fatica nel farne una nuova e adatta al periodo? Una scelta che trovo irrispettosa.
ReplyDeleteTotally agree.
DeleteAgreed. Rosela, I find your words often describe my feelings as well.
DeleteBon Natale a te!
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It’s not disrespect Rossella, it’s simply a beautiful family photo from 2025 which for the family represents what they want to represent. They are happy and together, and I imagine that’s their wish for this card. We shouldn’t judge too hard a family’s choice for their greeting card!
DeleteEpoustouflante Amalia dans cette robe grenat ou Bordeaux dont j’adore le style !
ReplyDeleteYou are consistently kind all year long in your comments. I appreciate you!
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Yes a lovely colour for her, and fits nicely.
Deleteà Anonyme 24/12/25 06h07 J’ai bien apprécié votre commentaire mais il arrive quelque fois que je module mes commentaires
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DeleteKing and Queen are looking fine. But come on this isnt a Christmas Card.
ReplyDeleteAgree, very random card.
DeleteAgreed. Grad cap isn’t even on right.
DeleteZe is niet eens geslaagd. Ze hebben zich er gemakkelijk vanaf gemaakt.
ReplyDeleteDe kersttoespraak van WA is al een maand geleden opgenomen , en nu zijn ze op vakantie maar weet waarheen. Alleen de lusten en niet de lasten van het koningschap.
Helemaal eens, ik vraag me af wanneer het Nederlandse volk zich dit eens gaan realiseren en ophouden met het slijmballen bij deze familie.
DeleteHelemaal mee eens !!
DeleteWhat do you mean "She didn't even pass"?
DeleteHelemaal mee eens, alle pleziertjes met het geld, maar geen echte verantwoordelijkheid voor onderwijs of naar het publiek.
DeleteIk dacht ook dat zij niet geslaagd was en voor sommige vakken moest herkansen om haar diploma te kunnen behalen. Ik begrijp dan ook niet waarom zij op die ceremonie aanwezig was.
DeleteTotaal geen voeling met het ' gepeupel'.
DeleteDit is geen kerstkaart waar is de kerstboom?
Al weken lekker chillen in Argentinie en altijd maar weg uit Nederland!
Dan moet je beter het nieuws lezen als je dat echt denkt. Ze kreeg gewoon nog 1 toets binnen en die heeft ze ook gehaald. Zo creeer je verhalen he?! Lekker simpel dit
DeleteOp de Nederlandse website "Modekoningin Maxima" staat dat de koningin haar broer Martin en hun moeder Carmen is gezien op de Lange Voorhout in Den Haag terwijl zij aan het winkelen waren. Conclusie de koninlijke familie zou dus nog in het land zijn.
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DeleteHet komt juist uit de Nederlandse pers dat zij nog examens moest afleggen of herkansingen had. Wat ik mij niet kan voorstellen dat zij dan een diploma heeft gekregen en op de ceremonie aanwezig was met haar ouders en grootmoeder. Het valt trouwens op dat er geen enkele foto te vinden is waar zij haar diploma overhandigd krijgt van een van de directeurs of professoren van haar universiteit. Misschien gaat het in Nederland er helemaal anders aan toe dan in andere landen, maar zolang men niet bewezen heeft dat men recht heeft op een diploma d.w.z. geslaagd zijn voor alle vakken men geen diploma krijgt uitgereikt.
@Anonymous24/12/25 15:56, maakt niet uit waar ze zijn, dat ze in NL zijn maakt het nog pijnlijker omdat ze niet eens de moeite nemen op gewoon voor een recente kerstfoto te poseren of de kersttoespaak dan live uitzenden. De Zweedse royals zijn vandaag op bezoek geweest bij mensen die met kerst moeten werken, dat ze daar eens een voorbeeld aan nemen. Ze hebben totaal geen feeling met het NL volk, het kan ze ook niks schelen, niemand kan hen wat maken, hun kossie is gekocht.
DeleteKönnen sie auch eine Kunstkarte basteln und sich als weihnachtliche Blumen malen. Das scheint modern zu werden, sich abwenden vom Sinne der Weihnacht und besser alles in Pose, mit KI oder ohne, Festlichkeit geht anders. Es wirkt so huch wir müssen noch Grüße in die Welt senden, aber es wirkt nicht nach bemühen für die weihnachtliche Freude. Modenschau für das Christkind : ) vielleicht haben sie aber auch alle ihre Kleider in Rom bei der letzten Papstaudienz gekauft : ) - Dorothe -
ReplyDeleteDorothe, Sie schreiben: "Es wirkt so 'Huch, wir müssen noch Grüße in die Welt senden'." Damit haben Sie leider recht. Ein bisschen mehr Mühe für die Weihnachtskarte (!) hätte man sich schon gewünscht.
DeleteThis is not a Christmas card, I agree, furthermore the women are carelessly dressed, to be polite, the only dignified royal is the King.
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Indeed, I totally agree!
DeleteThe position of the chandelier above CP A's head and mortar board really spoils the shot, there is a lack I cohesion they all seem to be vying for the best pose. Not the best RF photo of the year, imo.
ReplyDeleteWhat a shame, another old photo, and besides, this family didn't seek or show any connection during the Christmas season. I'm Dutch and hear a lot of grumbling about their behavior, which is a real shame, because it could be different. Anyhow, I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Harmonious Holiday!
ReplyDeleteAgree !! (I’m Dutch too)
DeleteI am Dutch too and I had a lot of respect for princess Beatrix during her time as queen of the Netherlands. But this king and queen-consort are just a jet set couple spending ridiculous amounts of money in Greek luxury villas. No respect from me.
DeleteI am Dutch too and I had a lot of respect for princess Beatrix during her time as queen of the Netherlands. But this king and queen-consort are just a jet set couple spending ridiculous amounts of money in Greek luxury villas. No respect from me.
DeleteOh, a graduation photo, thanks for anything festive, or requiring a bit of effort. :)
ReplyDeleteThe Australian brand Zimmerman dress I love! Looks great on Queen Maxima, fits her well , love the color of this dress and subtle design. I enlarged the photo of the model, the pattern of the fabric is beautiful, the scalloped hemline and cuffs of her cap sleeves is unusual and effective. The young royal ladies all look lovely.
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DeleteChristmas card? Nothing about it makes sense, King and queen look OK. The "graduate" in evening gown, the other two girls very casual. A mish mash. Where's the Christmas Joy?
ReplyDeleteIndeed!!!
DeleteWieder einmal ein buntes Sammelsurium. There's no accounting for taste. Anne
ReplyDeleteAt least it’s unexpected with the Dutch royals 😂 … besides, it’s their choice of the card. Happy Christmas!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful family photo and a lovely choice for a Christmas card. I do not understand all the criticism above. Each family can do as they like!
ReplyDeleteAfter so many royals used summer/spring photos for their Christmas cards, it doesn't irritate me anymore. What I don't like is that they chose a photo, in which not all members of the Dutch royal family look their best. Alexia's clothes look dishevelled. Folds on Ariane's trousers are too noticeable.
ReplyDeleteThey just look messy.
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What a pity; no time for a special foto of the family. To busy to leave the Netherlands and go abroad.
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Have seen a great deal on this blog, from beautiful gowns, jewelry, hair do's, people, oh right, they are ALL just people, some born into a situation that is supposed to elevate them to another status in life. How unfortunate that this grad pic, represents a young woman who did not graduate, had to re-sit various courses, the family should have taken care to have a real Christmas greeting for the year. Nice smiles, don't always mean nice people, we are all just as good as the next person. FREEDOM of speech.
ReplyDelete"How unfortunate that this is a grad pic" you say?? Are you serious?
DeleteHow about.."How fortunate that after all this young woman's struggles and trials, that she graduated successfully, and that her family were proud to celebrate with her?" It's a happy photo from this viewpoint. Your view is terrible negative, sadly. If we're all as good as the next person, I'm glad I'm not before you, lol. FREEDOM of speech.
- Anon 9:13
Anon 9:13, well said! I rarely comment here anymore because of all the nasty comments. I look at the pictures and move on. I have no complains about anyone's Christmas card, all are good in their own way.
DeleteMerry Christmas days and a very happy New Year to all the kind and reasonable commenters here🎄✨️🎉
I think this is fine for a Christmas card - where I live, it’s not uncommon for families to use pictures from a milestone event (wedding, graduation, etc.) or a trip during the past year on their Christmas card.
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I suppose the term 'Christmas card' has different meanings in different parts of the world.
ReplyDeleteFor us here in Canada, a Christmas card is a card containing Christmas wishes. That's it. Nothing more is required. If the sender wants to include a photo of themselves or their family, they can do so, taken at any time of the year. Accordingly I find nothing wrong with the Dutch Royal family's photo. I personally don't like Ariane's pose, but as a family photo, it's fine.
I wish them all a wonderful Christmas!
- Anon 9:13
What a joyful photo. Merry Christmas to the Dutch Royal family - and to all here.
ReplyDeleteNoone wants to use a new pic for a Christmas card. Oh well still looking good.
ReplyDeleteThe best wishes for this Christmas and a happy New year.
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A terrible photo with happy faces. First of all really bad messy clothing from.all of them as if they are on a holiday. What has a graduation to do with Christmas or New Year.
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