On August 29, Queen Máxima of the Netherlands opened the Social and Cultural Center De Basis in Soesterberg. The center aims to provide a place for the residents of Soesterberg to come together, share ideas, and develop initiatives. The Queen then toured the center, where various activities were taking place. De Basis offers social and cultural activities for people of all ages and from all backgrounds and areas of interest, such as music and dance classes, lectures, and bridge evenings.
Natan Josie Sleeveless Dress
Natan but I like it very much. Not sure if the hat is needed . This dress suits her so well
ReplyDeleteA Natan dress, and I like this one. The color is gorgeous, and I like the design on the fabric. The dress is a good length, and I just love the color of her shoes, perfect! Its always a bonus to see the Queen she always brings such positive energy, smiling and engaging. Always very enthusiastic on each and every visit she makes. I'm not sure what the group was she was participating in, but by the look of it, no doubt it was loads of fun, with the Queen sharing her brand of humor and fun. Well done Ma'am, well done.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard a queen in Europe called Ma'am only in the U.K.
DeleteIn the The Netherland the King and the Queen are called : Majesteit
In Belgium according to the French language the King and the Queen are called : Votre Majesté and in the Dutch language Majesteit. Before King Philippe came to the trone it was in Dutch : Sire for the King and Mevrouw for the Queen in French Sire for the King and Madame for the Queen. I think King Philippe is often still called Sire and I think he doesn't mind. I heard on the video when he accompanied his daughter Elisabeth to the diploma Ceremony at Boston University that the director of the college where Princess Elisabeth studied called King Philippe : Your royal highness which is how we must call a prince or a princess in Belgium not a king.
Trop trop belle
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Lovely Maxima - can’t quite believe this is Natan, as it really is very nice!
ReplyDeleteI agree. Fantastic dress in all respects. Good to know that occasionally he gets it right!
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Does she know she has a couple of loops of dough on her head? Too bad, her hair looked nice for once. The one glove thing a bit strange.
ReplyDeleteShe put down her handbag and the other glove or gave it to her lady in waiting (if she had one with her).
DeleteMany times Queen Maxima is dressed beautifully but there are times that her costume is just too much. This white dough is really off. I agree w/ a previous commentator.
DeleteI really like this dress which surprises me as I don't usually like Natan outfits.
ReplyDeleteThe gloves and hair thing are unnecessary imho though.
Agree !!
DeleteShe is very beautiful and well dressed here. But she should get rid of her hats. Irene
ReplyDeleteHat is needed. It was an official opening, so hat and gloves required.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this explanation I was wondering why a hat. The gloves can be attributed to all the hand shaking, but now I see it is protocol too. Does anyone know where to find dress protocols?
DeleteAgree with you. Formal event so formal wear. Well done to Queen Maxima for maintaining standards
Deletevery pretty. but one glove thing so unnecessary!
ReplyDeleteWow first time I see a Natan dress that l really like: would wear it myself.
ReplyDeleteVery nice classical dress, hairthing awfull and unnecessary
ReplyDeleteOh she looks so pretty and charming!! Her smile is like a beacon of light!! Love the dress!! Very pretty!!
ReplyDeleteSi je dois faire un choix, ce sera carrément pour la robe de Maxima avec les motifs sur ce bleu lumineux ; pourquoi donc cette sorte de bibi torsadé ?!
ReplyDeleteWhy does she keep wearing those ridiculous hats? Fascinators and hats are suitable for "elegant" events - for example, weddings, official receptions, or garden parties, where OTHER guests wear similarly elegant clothing too. But for visits to schools, companies, homes for the elderly, or places where you meet people dressed informally. it is necessary to dress less formally: business or smart casual. (I know this from protocol lessons for our diplomats). ..
ReplyDeleteMaxima could learn something from Princess Kate or Queen Mary of Denmark.
Stephanie
@ Stephanie
DeleteDid it occurred to you that protocol might be different in other countries than the one you are living in ?
Really what makes these 2 ladies the epitome of protocol.
DeleteTo Anon 15:43 Diplomatic protocol is the same for all European Union states. Stephanie
DeleteMaxima is NOT Q. Mary nor CP Catherine, and thank G*d for that! I couldn't handle three of the same or similar. I love the variety and stylish quirkiness of Maxima, and the cool, casual and chic elegance of Mary. Catherine, bless her, is too formulaic for me.
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@Stephanie.It has nothing to do with diplomatic protocol, but royal protocol. You may have noticed that Queen Mary has been wearing more hats since her elevation to the role of Queen Consort and that Queen Camilla wears more hats than the Princess of Wales, in accordance with her more formal duties.
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DeleteWe are not talking of diplomatic protocol here but of royal protocol. So since the U.K. does not belong any more to the European union after the Brexit their protocol might be different too ?
Un énorme gant de jardin pour tailler les rosiers et une pâte à pizza ratée sur la tête (ou une brioche écrasée) :D
ReplyDeleteCeci dit la robe est plutôt jolie. Paloma
Wow those arms are fit!
ReplyDeleteMust say NATAN really outdid himself this time. Q Maxima looks sensational. css
ReplyDeleteThe dress is a rewear and is about 3 or 4 years old. I assume you are not long on this blog.
DeleteI think a lot of people think Natan is a man. Natan is the name of the company (one or 2 boutiques in Brussels and one in Amsterdam and/or The Hague, I am not sure). Edouard Vermeulen, the designer took his first steps into fashion in a boutique that belonged to his mother. After a while he started a boutique of his own and gave it the name Natan. After many years he has a couture collection and a prêt-à-porter collection. Since a couple (or more) years he is also collaborating with other young designers that work for him. Someone said that it was time he got retired, well maybe in a way he did but not completely yet, I think. Queen Paola also was a client of Natan, never heard she received so many bad comments on her clothes, on the contrary. Of course in those days there were no social media or blog spots.
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