Belgium's King and Queen Pay a Christmas Visit to 'Open Deur' Shelter

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants

On December 19, 2024, King Philippe and Queen Mathilde paid a Christmas visit to the 'Open Deur' (Porte Ouverte) shelter in Brussels. Open Deur VZW provides shelter for homeless women aged 18 and older, with or without children, who are temporarily unable to live independently due to the loss of their home or other challenges.

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants

During their visit, the King and Queen met with staff and residents. They also participated in a working meeting and shared a communal lunch. The Open Deur shelter accommodates women alone or with children who are temporarily unable to live independently, whether due to the loss of their housing or difficulties integrating into their usual living environment.

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants

Queen Mathilde wore a red floral lace midi coat by Armani, Natan, Carolina Herrera, black blouse and pants
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  1. What a meaningful visit! It’s heartwarming to see King Philippe and Queen Mathilde support such an important cause. The work done by Open Deur is so vital, especially for women and children facing difficult circumstances. Their engagement with both staff and residents, as well as sharing a communal meal, truly shows their dedication to understanding and supporting the community.

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    1. Agree wholeheartedly !!

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    2. Couldnot agree more!

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  2. Superbe Mathilde vêtue de cette longue veste rouge portée sur l'association d'un chemisier et pantalon noirs ; j'aime bien qu'elle ait ressorti ces boucles d'oreilles !

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  3. Love her coat. They appear to be very genuine in all their visits, truly gracious lady.

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  4. I love this coat. It's festive without being over the top. Perfect outfit for this visit,

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    1. @Annie M
      I agree with you as seems to nearly always be the case so no need for me to add anything.

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  5. Virginia Dogwood20/12/24 02:26

    The Queen's hair has a lovely more casual look to it here. Maybe she's wearing is a bit longer, nice.

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  6. t]This was a wonderful visit. Love her coat.

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  7. Queen Mathilde's new coat by Esmeralda Ammoun fits her well. The black pants and trousers are looking excellent with the coat. Her clutch and flat. shoes are green (there is green in the fabric of the coat). Her modern earrings are great.

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  8. Mathilde looks lovely here - elegant. She seems like a nice kind natured person. Love the pic with the little child on her knee.

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  9. The Queen looks so lovely in her red and black outfit. They both look very engaging with everyone especially the Queen, so caring.

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