The summer of 2025 brought not only heat but also personal changes for Spanish aristocracy. Victoria Federica de Marichalar once again found herself in the spotlight. Just as talk of her breakup with entrepreneur Borja Moreno Oriol died down, the niece of King Felipe VI gave the public something new to discuss. It appears the young aristocrat’s heart is taken once more, and this time she has chosen someone well outside her usual social circle.
Victoria’s new romantic interest, according to those close to her, is a man named Javier. Their paths first crossed over a year ago through mutual friends, but sparks reportedly flew during the traditional pilgrimage to El Rocío, where Javier’s family owns a house. Still, they only truly grew close this summer. The couple has been repeatedly seen together on the sun-soaked Costa del Sol, which has become the center of Victoria Federica’s summer life following the end of her previous relationship. For now, their relationship is described as a lighthearted fling, not yet developing into anything more serious.
The identity of the new partner of King Juan Carlos I’s granddaughter is of particular interest. Javier is a mature man, estimated to be between 30 and 40 years old. He is originally from Málaga and has made a name for himself as a talented tattoo artist. His professional activity is not limited to his native Andalusia; he constantly travels between Spain, Dubai, and Miami, where he is in demand among wealthy clientele. Javier is described as striking in appearance, and his body is covered with numerous tattoos, which fits his profession perfectly.
The most intriguing aspect of this story has been the family’s reaction. According to some reports, Victoria’s father, Jaime de Marichalar, is not only aware of his daughter’s new romance but is also quite approving of it. This news has caused some bewilderment in social circles, as Don Jaime is known for his elitist views and strict standards regarding the company his children keep. The figure of a tattoo artist with a bohemian lifestyle is a stark contrast to his daughter’s previous suitors. This dissonance has sparked debate: some believe the aristocrat has softened his principles, while others question the credibility of the reports about his approval, suspecting that such a suitor would not fit his worldview.
