The Royal Theatre in Madrid once again became a gathering place for Spain’s elite. On Monday evening, it hosted a celebration honoring the winners of the prestigious BMW Award in painting and digital art. Queen Sofía led the ceremony, arriving this time with unexpected company. She was accompanied by style icon Nati Abascal and her son Luis Medina, making his first public appearance in a long time. Unfortunately, the Queen’s sister, Irene of Greece, was absent due to health reasons. Among the guests spotted were actor Álex González, singer Alaska, and tennis player Feliciano López with his wife Sandra Gago.
True to her impeccable taste, Nati Abascal stole the show. For the evening, she chose an elegant look by Giorgio Armani—classic black trousers paired perfectly with a jacket embroidered with blue stones. The ensemble was completed with bold diamond earrings. Later, she took to social media to share her joy at once again honoring art and creativity, especially on the 40th anniversary of the award. Abascal emphasized how important it is today to support cultural initiatives.
Lately, Isabel Preysler’s memoirs have been the talk of high society, but Naty Abascal was quick to shut down any comparisons. She firmly stated she has no intention of following this trend. However vivid her memories may be, she prefers to keep them private. This decision has only fueled the public’s interest in her, as Abascal’s life has been filled with extraordinary events and encounters most people could only dream of.
Her life reads like a thrilling novel. Naty was much more than just a model—she became a true muse for iconic designers like Valentino and Oscar de la Renta. She was friends with Andy Warhol and Salvador Dalí, moving in the most exclusive circles of the international jet set. She has already published books: in 2013, a volume dedicated to fashion and style, followed by a collection of personal and professional stories in 2021. However, none of these works were full-fledged autobiographies. And judging by her stance, a comprehensive account of her glamorous life is unlikely to appear.
Thus, Naty Abascal’s return to the public eye became noteworthy in two ways. She not only proved she remains a benchmark of elegance, but also put to rest any speculation about publishing her memoirs. Her life, full of secrets and encounters with 20th-century legends, will remain her private treasure—leaving us to wonder and admire.
