Oviedo is holding its breath in anticipation. Very soon, on October 23, 2025, the Princess of Asturias Awards ceremony will once again take place here. This event is not just a celebration of talent in science and the arts—it also serves as a stage for the Spanish royal family. All eyes will undoubtedly be on the heir to the throne, whose coming-of-age has opened a new chapter in her public life and fashion narrative.
With each passing year, it becomes increasingly clear how the young Infanta is shaping her own aesthetic, gradually moving out from under her mother’s influence—the acknowledged style icon. While the Queen remains a paragon of elegance, her eldest daughter is boldly experimenting, finding a balance between protocol and youthful trends. For her, these public appearances are a rare opportunity to swap the strict military uniform for sophisticated outfits, showcasing her individuality.
Let’s recall a few of her appearances that captured the nation’s attention. In 2023, she caused a sensation in a dress by Moises Nieto. The outfit masterfully created the illusion of a two-piece set: a tweed short-sleeved top paired with a flowing chiffon pleated skirt. A graceful peplum at the waist added a touch of refinement. The ensemble was completed with velvet shoes by Mascaró and distinctive Bvlgari earrings. These earrings were borrowed from her mother’s jewelry box—her mother had worn them for her own first ceremony in Asturias, lending the moment a sense of symbolism and continuity.
In that same year, 2023, at a meeting with the laureates, the future queen appeared in a charming pink shirtdress by Simorra. The midi-length design with a collar and a row of buttons was made from fil coupé fabric—an airy material with a clipped floral pattern. This choice revealed a different side of her: more relaxed, yet no less elegant.
However, her most powerful fashion statement was arguably her look for the 2024 gala ceremony. The princess appeared in a flawlessly tailored three-piece suit. The ensemble featured a tuxedo-style jacket, a vest, and high-waisted straight trousers that fit her perfectly. The look was completed with kitten heel shoes from PINKCHIC Guagua and her hair styled in an elegant bun with two loose strands framing her face. This detail gave the formal outfit a touch of youthful ease.
A year earlier, in 2022, she opted for a playful short dress by Michael Kors. The black-and-white floral print, voluminous sleeves, and a flirty bow at the hem made the look fresh and stylish. An interesting detail: the outfit was specially altered for her, lengthened with an extra strip of fabric to meet palace dress codes. Chanel earrings from the queen’s collection and Carolina Herrera shoes were the finishing touches to this memorable look.
Each of these outfits is not just a successful choice, but a reflection of the rising self-confidence of the country’s future leader. She proves that she can be not only the heir to the throne, but also a new trendsetter. All of Spain is eagerly awaiting which look she will choose for this year’s ceremony.
