Military Easter dates back to 1782, when the Spanish Military won a big battle in Mallorca on January 6, the Feast Day of the Epiphany. Since then, the day has been set aside to honor the military forces of Spain. Military parades and a ceremony are held every year at the palace. The King traditionally gives an address, flanked by members of his family.

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The Spanish monarch’s speech covered a wide range of topics, including the economy and calls for unity during challenging times.

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These two images immediately below show the card from King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia:

Click through the gallery for a look at the cards from the families of Crown Prince Felipe and Crown Princess Letizia, Infanta Elena, and Infanta Cristina and Iñaki Urdangarín.

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As the year winds down, we get to see one more outfit from Princess Letizia. This is all-lavender, from her fitted jacket, dress and shoes. I love the details on the bottom part of her dress.

It’s been a good year for the Spanish royals, and I wish that 2010 will be one as well. Enjoy these photos and then some later on when I post their Christmas photos.

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King Juan Carlos, Queen Sofia, Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia welcomed their visitors at the Zarzuela Palace in Madrid today. A luncheon at the palace kicked off the three-day visit.

In the evening, the Spanish royals hosted a gala dinner at the Royal Palace. Queen Sofia and Princess Letizia donned their gowns and tiaras for the formal state affair: a striking red gown for Queen Sofia and a black sequined one for Princess Letizia.

The photo below seems like a scene from Cinderella, where the prince is leading his princess through the dance floor:

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Above, the princess and her mum-in-law Queen Sofia attended the annual beneficial market of Nuevo Futuro (New Future) on November 23. This was a more informal visit, looking at the goods available from various merchants. Princess Letizia was in dark grey slim trousers, a grey top and a purple cardigan, and her Burberry Ruched Leather Lowry tote.

Below, Princess Letizia and Prince Felipe presented the ‘Antonio Asencio Journalism Awards’ to the Sociedad Interamericana de Prensa (InterAmerican Press Society) in Madrid. The princess wore a short dress, tights and heels in grey/black for the event, with a jeweled belt and bracelet providing a hint of dazzle. And those shoes are not plane Jane either!

Here’s another combo of dress-tights-platforms at the 25th Anniversary ceremony of the Spanish Confederation of Young Entrepreneurs on November 26.  This time, it’s in raspberry. The dress had a gorgeous jeweled neckline. A black clutch is all that’s needed to complement the look. Princess Letizia also carried what looks like a thin shawl, but didn’t wear it then.

Princess Letizia had a solo engagement at a meeting with the Association for the Promotion and Care of Mental Poor Adults and of the Spanish Society of Pneumology and Thoracic Surgery on December 1. Again, a short dress and tights for the event. I don’t care much for the skirt, but the sequined cardigan is beautiful!

Yesterday, King Juan Carlos, Queen Sofia, Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia hosted a gala for the heads of the parties in the European Parliament. The reception at the Royal Palace marks Spain’s turn at the 6-month EU Presidency, which starts in January. The princess chose a more business-like jacket and skirt, in eye-catching red.

Lastly, let’s take a look at another event which the Crown Couple attended yesterday. Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia attended the opening of the XII Voluntary Work State Congress at the Victor Villegas auditorium, in Murcia. A nice change from the usual for the lovely princess: knee-high boots instead of platform heels!

Here’s that look, first with the beige coat:

And then, we get to see the beautiful dress! A simple but youthful look for her:

And that wraps up our fashion Friday! I hope you enjoyed it!

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King Juan Carlos and Crown Prince Felipe were both decked out in their military uniforms to acknowledge the parade of thousands of Spanish soldiers through the city. Above them, Air Force jets flew by and left smoke trails of red and yellow, the colors of Spain’s flag.

Queen Sofia, Princess Letizia and the Infanta Elena were also at the celebrations on October 12, 2009.

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The dinner with Balearic authorities marks the end of the Spanish royal family’s summer holidays in Mallorca. Every year, they go on a working vacation and mix leisure activities and meetings with various dignitaries.

Prince Felipe wasn’t the only one who went for the weekend look. His father, King Juan Carlos, was likewise a bit more bristly than usual.

I wonder what their wives, Queen Sofia and Princess Letizia, think. The ladies, of course, are just as lovely as always.

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The royal visit began on July 31, 2009 with a tour of the Madeira Wine Institute and a ceremony at the Funchal City Hall. King Juan Carlos was awarded the Funchal Gold Medal and was made an honorary member of the Madeira Wine brotherhood. During their visit, Queen Sofia viewed samples of traditional embroidery, accompanied by Portugal’s First Lady Maria Cavaco.

Portugal’s President Anibal Cavaco Silva and Funchal’s Mayor Miguel Albuquerque were also present during the ceremony.

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From left: King Juan Carlos, UEFA President Michel Platini and Prince William at the Champions League finals.

The United Kingdom’s Prince William and Spain’s King Juan Carlos shared a view at the finals of the UEFA Champions League on May 27, 2009 in Rome’s Stadio Olimpico (Olympic Stadium). The match was between Barcelona and Manchester United.

Prince William was invited by the Football Association (FA) to attend the game, both in his capacity as FA President and as a supporter of England’s bid for the 2018 World Cup. He was accompanied by FA Chairman Lord Triesman and other officials. He met with King Juan Carlos before the match, and also with FIFA and UEFA officials.

Enjoy a few more photos below:

King Juan Carlos might have given Prince William some good-natured ribbing over Barcelona’s win over Manchester United, 2-0.

After the match, Prince William consoled Cristiano Ronaldo (above and below) and the rest of the Manchester United team.

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