Oviedo once again became the center of national attention as it hosted the annual Princess of Asturias Awards ceremony. Ahead of the main event, traditionally held at the Campoamor Theater, the royal family participated in a series of official engagements. On Friday morning, the King and Queen, along with their daughters, met with the 2025 prize laureates at the ‘Reconquista’ hotel, demonstrating unity and continuity within the monarchy.
At the morning audience, Infanta Sofía made an appearance that quickly sparked discussion. The youngest royal daughter chose a striking red pantsuit for the occasion, a shade long favored by her mother, Queen Letizia. The ensemble featured a double-breasted blazer with gold buttons and straight, flowing trousers. Notably, this Tommy Hilfiger design is part of a capsule collection created in collaboration with Sofia Richie. Infanta Sofía completed her look with elegant nude ballet flats with an open heel, once again showing her preference for stylish yet comfortable footwear.
Fashion critics and royal watchers immediately noted the striking resemblance of this outfit to her older sister’s iconic look. Princess Leonor wore a very similar red suit during her first official overseas visit to Lisbon in July 2024. At that time, the heir to the throne opted for a CH Carolina Herrera ensemble, which featured some differences. Leonor’s trousers had a slight flare, and she paired the blazer with a simple white top. Sofía, on the other hand, chose to wear her blazer alone, adding a bold and modern twist to her look.
Such a fashion choice is unlikely to be a coincidence. By channeling her sister’s signature style, Sofía isn’t merely copying but sends a strong message of sisterly support and family unity. It demonstrates that the new generation of the Spanish monarchy is moving forward together. Opting for a pantsuit over a traditional dress also underlines the image of modern, confident young women who are ready to embrace their future responsibilities.
The infanta completed her look with her signature hairstyle — loose hair in soft waves and a center parting. However, her makeup featured a new twist: makeup artists accentuated her lips with a richer nude shade than usual, making Sofía’s facial features even more striking. This appearance has undoubtedly marked another step in establishing her own public style, closely intertwined with the image of the entire royal family.
