State Visit from Luxembourg to Sweden; 15-17 April 2008

[norwegianne]

The Grand Duchess looked magnificent, I thought. The white dress set off her colour nicely, and the jewels were just the right size for her.

Silvia… the dress looked like it didn't fit quite right, and while she looked good in the colour, it definitely did not mix well with the order she was wearing.

After Victoria and Madeleine's interesting colour-coordination, and put together looks, earlier in the day, I was a bit let down by the evening.

[Lena]

Since "shiny" and "heavy recycled" are my enemies Nr1 in connection with watching the SRF and their style, I can´t say, that this evening was a success...and so all points go imo to the Grand Duchess.

Victoria´s dress isn´t just shiney, but reminds me of a shower curtain (you know the cheap ones, they have in motels and hostels) meeting alu foil I´ve liked her look at the Norwegian Opera Opening soooooo much better...or her daytime style...

[Virnabrisa2000]

Can not the pictures of Isifa be seen in a bigger size?

[pamk]

Marie Terese just can't get it right. Her arrival outfit totally overwhelmed her with a thick fur wrapped around her neck and a squishy hat. It probably looked great as a design on paper, but on her - no. She's short. She needs to wear clothes which elongate her figure, not push her down. A white gown may look good with her complexion, but it doesn't do her any favors figure-wise. She needed that shawl ariound her shoulders and arms. Same hairdo as earlier just doesn't go with a tiara - it's too girlish. She really piles on the make-up. Her face always looks very oily and shiny.
Queen Silvia is starting to show her age. She still has a great figure, but she looked so old ladyish with the white hat plopped on the back of her head and the fur coat. Her gala gown was a lovely cut, but looked old and worn.
Victoria looked amazing - her pink suit was refreshing and her gala gown looked young and trendy - I loved the halter neckline.
Madeleine looked so-so. Her gray suit was uninspiring and her gala gown was just a nice dress.
I don't know why, but Madeleine always looks like she'd be more comfortable in jeans and a t-shirt.

[christinacg]

I thought Madde and MT both looked stunning! Silvia looked regal as usual. Carl, handsome as always I was underwhelmed with Victoria's dress though.

[Madame Royale]

Dissapointed wth the Sweedish ladies. Victoria looked like a 60's toilet roll holder and Madeleine, one of Gold Members (Austin Powers) lady companions. And what of Silvia? Burn that evening dress. Colour's reasonably ok, but that's about it.

As for Maria Theresa......what a sight!!! This lady just continues to impress me (except for the Dutch and Belgian State Banquets).

She's a chunky latina, but she dresses so elegantly (much of the time). Even when you can see a roll or two she looks brilliant. And I mention her build with the utmost respect.

And what a fabulous choice in jewellery. Loving the old work charm she brings...diamond chocker accompanied by a diamond riviere...I say next time add a strand or two of pearls, or even a slightly larger diamond riviere. HRH would work it and it would look so damn classy, imo.

Lovely choice of tiara aswell. And to think they were going to auction it. Talk about moments of insanity!!!

Lovely evening dress, though leave the beaded straps alone.

Gogroeus brooch too. It's the second time she's worn it in Sweden. The other time being to Carl XVI Gustav's 60th Birthday Gala Banquet.

[cécile76]

waouh victoria looks fabulous !!!!!!

[Paty]

15-04-2008 Grand Duchess Maria Teresa and Queen Silvia with Grand Duke Henri visited the Vasa Museum and the Old Town.

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[Madame Royale]

And I have to say that Maria Theresa's arrival outfit was pure elegance!

A beautifully tailored suit and such striking colours for HRH. Great use of fur (LOVE IT) and the hat, shoes and clutch are so so perfect.

Here, imo, is the personification of what a Grand Duchess should look like in public.

[Hanna Regina]

Originally Posted by Marengo

Is that Prince Carl-Johans wife behind Victoria and Carl-Philip in your first picture?

You're right, it is Countess Gunnila Bernadotte of Wisborg and her husband. I think she has worn that dress before. It's kind of fitting that they were there, since it was Grand Duchess Charlotte of Luxembourg who granted the title of Count of Wisborg to the Swedish Princes who married without permission.

I love Crown Princess Victoria's outfits, both day and night! She is getting more stylish and beautiful every day. It was so fun to see her wear such a strong colour like she did during the day, very unusual for her.

[ursulajohanna]

Thanks for the information and links!

Why don't walk the king yesterday with the guests and queen though Stockholm Gamla Stan and don't visit Vasa-museum?

[Paty]

Grand Duke Henri, King Carl Gustaf and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa visits Tallbohovskolan, a school outside Stockholm

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[Nad25]

Princess Victoria looks amazing,her dress is stunning!!

[lisamaria]

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Grand Duke Henri, King Carl Gustaf and Grand Duchess Maria Teresa visits Tallbohovskolan, a school outside Stockholm

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Once again, I find the Grand Duke the best-dressed of the whole bunch. He is soo handsome

[barber]

Great picturs from the royal families, they are nice dressed, the grey had of the duches i don't like. But the princesses are beautifull !!!

[Her_Majesty]

Victoria : Awful galadress. I don't like it at all. Makes her look matronly.
Madeleine: Much better then her daytime oufit. She looked lovely.
Silvia: I love pink. So I loved her dress.
MT: Not sure. She looked lovely.
But I am still shocked by Victoria's dress.

[LadyFinn]

Grand Duchess Maria Teresa, Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg, Queen Silvia, King Carl Gustaf and Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden during a symposium on energy and environment at the Royal Swedish Academy of Science in Stockholm
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[Silvia❦CarlGustaf]

The dresses of the ladies were ok yesterday! Ok, Victoria's looks a bit strange and Queen Silvia recycled an old dress, but that was ok!

Here are pictures from the lunch in Stockholms Stadshus:

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Victoria looks great! I think this outfit is better tahn the outfit from yesterday! I also like the outfit from the Queen but not sure about the hat.MT was ok!

Hope to see nice galadresses tonight. Can't wait to see pictures!

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[rop81]

Queen Silvias hat One of the worst i have ever seen - it looks like she has put a mushroom on top of her head... Victoria looked good, and i still love her gala dress from last night. Madeleine did not look good last night though - to much gold and shiny - she looked tacky...

[Her_Majesty]

What's that thing on Silvia's head? I guess it is supposed to be a hat?
It's really ugly.
The thing Victoria wears on her head isn't any better.
I have to admit that I hate this headpiece-fashion that came up a few years ago (I guess it was Mette-Marit who created this trend..wearing this flower headpiece on Ingrid's christening). Since then those flower-pots are worn way to often IMO.
The Ladies looked so lovely, wearing normal hats, yesterday. Today... disappointing.