Belgium’s Queen Mathilde glows as she attends state dinner
Queen Mathilde put on a dazzling display as she arrived at the Elysee Palace for a state dinner on Monday evening.
Alongside King Phillippe, 64, Mathilde, 51, greeted French President Emmanuel Macron and first Lady Brigitte before entering the glitzy Parisian event.
The Belgian royals are currently on a state visit to France, following an invitation to celebrate Franco-Belgian cultural ties and the shared views on European issues.
The mother-of-four looked elegant in a high-neck velour floor-length gown in a deep blue shade.
She styled her blonde tresses in a sophisticated updo and opted for a glamorous makeup look for the occasion, complete with a touch of pink lipstick.
Belgium’s King Philippe (centre right) and Queen Mathilde (centre left) posed next to French President Emmanuel Macron (left) and his wife Brigitte Macron (right) before a state dinner at the Elysee Palace as part of their three-day state visit to France
King Philippe looked equally tasteful in a dapper black suit, matching tie, and crisp white shirt.
The Belgian royals greeted Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron outside the event before posing on the steps for photographs.
Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and his wife Annik Penders also attended the state dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife in honour of Belgium’s King Philippe and Queen Mathilde.
French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin and his wife, Rose-Marie Devillers were also on the state dinner guest list.
Once inside the presidential Elysee Palace, Macron addressed attendees with a speech.
It comes after Mathilde earlier today stepped out in a sensational cherry red ensemble as she met with Emmanuel and Brigitte.
She was joined by her husband Philippe in Paris, where the two greeted the French President before attending a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe.
The royals shook hands with the French politician, posing for pictures alongside him and his wife outside the French landmark in the capital.
The 51-year-old Queen Mathilde looked dashing as she arrived at the event in a velour floor-length navy blue dress
Mathilde grinned as she enjoyed the evening at Elysee Palace. Pictured next to Founder, chairman and CEO of the luxury goods company LVMH Bernard Arnault and his wife Helene Mercier
The couples chatted as they walked into the opulent venue for the state dinner, held in Mathilde and Philippe’s honour
Pictured: Brigitte with King Philippe and Queen Mathilde for a State Dinner in their honor on day one of their State Visit in France at Elysee Palace
The politicians looked to be in high spirits as they welcomed their royal neighbours for the glitzy event
Brigitte, who donned a black dress with a sheer neckline, greeted the royal guests with her husband
Mathilde stunned in a deep blue dress, which was cinched at the waist with a belt, as she attended the event
The royal couple matched in navy ensembles, looking regal as ever for the glitzy dinner at Elysee Palace
Mathilde’s blonde tresses were perfectly styled back, accentuating her glamorous make-up look for the evening
France’s President Emmanuel Macron waved to onlookers before entering the glitzy state dinner
The royal couple appeared to be in high spirits as they kicked off day one of their state visit in France
President Macron was all smiles as he and his wife welcomed the Belgian royals for a state dinner
Brigitte styled her blonde hair up, leaving the front fringe to frame her face, and opted for glamorous make-up
Macron matched with Philippe as both donned elegant suit and tie ensembles for the event tonight
The four VIPs looked glamorous as ever while posing on the steps, for the glamorous evening on Monday
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron welcomed Belgium’s King Philippe and Queen Mathilde at the state dinner
Brigitte, Philippe, Mathilde, and Emmanuel posed for photographs together outside the presidential Elysee Palace
France’s President Emmanuel Macron took the lead an guided the Belgian royals into the state dinner
King Philippe put on a sophisticated display in a dapper black suit, matching tie, and crisp white shirt
Mathilde stunned in an rich red suit as she arrived in Paris to attend the ceremony. The royal came kitted in full length red regalia to keep her warm on the fresh morning.
The mother-of-four wore a long sleeved red blouse with buttons running from the collar to just below the waist.
The red blouse was pulled in at the waist and worn elegantly with a long skirt in the same colour, shielding the royals’ legs from the October chill.
She completed the look with a pair of suede gloves in the same autumnal shade, and a pair of chic cherry red stilettos.
The Belgium royal finished the ensemble with an stylish red bag and angled hat.
Mathilde wore her blonde dresses in an a chic up do, tucking her corn yellow hair behind her sloping red hat.
Belgium’s King Philippe pecked Brigitte on the hand as he arrived at the state dinner on Monday night
Once inside the event, French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a speech to attendees (pictured)
Mathilde accessorised her outfit with glamorous pair of earrings and a simple yet classic black clutch bag
Former French Interior minister Gerald Darmanin and his wife Rose-Marie Devillers attended the event (pictured)
Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and his wife Annik Penders (pictured) smiled for pictures outside the event
Brigitte Macron looked elegant in a black floor-length dress with statement embroidered sleeves
Emmanuel politely guided Brigitte, Mathilde, and Philippe into the Elysee Palace during the event
Pictured: French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a speech during a state dinner in honour of Belgium’s King Philippe and Queen Mathilde at the Elysee Palace
Guests listened to a speech by French President Emmanuel Macron in the opulent Elysee Palace in Paris
She wore simple makeup and a layer of red lipstick, the finish the cherry look.
King Philippe wore a sophisticated navy suit alongside his glamorous wife, dressing for the autumn chill with a long black button up coat.
Also joining the ceremony on Monday was French President Emmanuel Macron’s wife, Brigitte, who stunned in a deep purple coat and navy frock.
Brigitte, who is a former French teacher, looked smart and stylish in an ankle length collared coat and her bright blonde hair worn fashionably blown out.
Meanwhile, the French president dressed typically smart in an all navy suit, similarly opting for a long black coat to shield from the cold.
Brigitte Macron, wife of French President Emmanuel Macron (pictured left) and Belgium’s Queen Mathilde (pictured right) posed as they visited the Palais Garnier opera house in Paris on Monday
Brigitte and Mathilde chatted as they observed a dance class during a visit to the Palais Garnier
Belgium’s 51-year-old Queen Mathilde put on a dashing display in an all-red ensemble earlier today
Brigitte and Mathilde, pictured, appeared focused as they watched a dance class on Monday afternoon
Belgium’s Queen Mathilde looked delighted as she arrived at the Palais Garnier opera house in Paris
The duo took to the Palais Garnier opera house together on Monday afternoon to observe a dance class
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier (second right) and his wife Isabelle Altmayer (right) had lunch with the Sovereigns Philippe and Mathilde of Belgium at Matignon
Phillippe and Macron were pictured reviving the flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, located at the Arc de Triomphe.
French military watched from the side as the eternal flame was relit, a daily ceremony, which has preserved which has preserved the burning fire since 1923.
In the afternoon, Mathilde visited the Palais Garnier opera house to observe a dance class before attending a lunch with Philippe, French Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his wife, Isabella Altmayer.
It comes after the Belgium royals hosted Pope Francis, 87, last month, during the pontiff visit to the nation.
The trip to Belgium marked the last leg of the pontiff’s trip to ‘the heart of Europe’ where he discussed the continent’s role in the world.
A smiling Mathilde appeared in high spirits before having lunch with Isabelle Altmayer (pictured right)
Mathilde (left) was joined by her husband Philippe, (second left) in Paris, where the two greeted the French President (centre) and his wife, Brigitte, (right) before attending a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe
The royals shook hands with the French politician, posing for pictures alongside him and his wife, Brigitte Macron (left), outside the French landmark in the capital
The mother-of-four (right) wore a long sleeved red blouse with buttons running from the collar to just below the waist
Mathilde’s red blouse was pulled in at the waist and worn elegantly with a long skirt in the same colour, shielding the royals’ legs from the October chill
The Belgium royals are currently on a state visit to France, on the invitation of Emmanuel Macron to celebrate Franco-Belgian cultural ties and the shared views on European issues
She completed the look with a pair of suede gloves in the same autumnal shade, and a pair of chic cherry red stilettoes
The royals shook hands with the French politician, posing for pictures alongside him and his wife, Brigitte Macron (left) , outside the French landmark in the capital
On the final day of his trip to the European nation, Belgium royals joined as the pope headed Sunday mass.
Also joining the occasion was Princess Delphine – formerly known as Delphine Boël – marking an important progression in her journey to gain recognition for her royal heritage.
The royals were pictured look animated as they greeted each other at the service, their face lit up in smiles as they shared an affection hold.
Also joining for the service was Mathilde’s husband, King Philippe, along with their eldest son, Prince Gabriel.
Mathilde donned an all white ensemble, similar to the snow white suit she wore on Friday on the second day of the Pope’s weekend visit to Belgium.
The frock featured a long sleeved blazer buttoned up to the neck, and a long pleated skirt worn below the knee.
The mother-of-four wore a long sleeved red blouse with buttons running from the collar to just below the waist
Philippe and the French president pictured posing next to the Parisian landmark on Monday, earlier
Phillippe and Macron revived the flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Monday afternoon
Also joining the ceremony on Monday was French President Emmanuel Macron’s wife, Brigitte, who stunned in a deep purple coat and navy frock
The Belgium royals looked smart and sophisticated as they arrived at the Parisian monument today
Brigitte, who is a former French teacher, looked smart and stylish in an ankle length collared coat and her bright blonde hair worn fashionably blown out
Emmanuel Macron pictured waving at the crowds alongside Queen Mathilde who smiled animatedly
Meanwhile, the French president dressed typically smart in an all navy suit, similarly opting for a long black coat to shield from the cold
King Philippe worn a sophisticated navy suit alongside his glamorous wife, dressing for the autumn chill with a long black button up coat
Protecting her eyes from the early morning weekend sunshine, Mathilde sported a pair of stylish sunglasses.
She wore her blow dried blonde tresses in soft waves and donned a typically subtle makeup look, with natural glowing skin and pink lips.
Meanwhile, Delphine wore an outfit relatively tame compared to her usual adventurous ensembles.
On this occasion, the Belgium royal wore a smart pink suit with a love heart embossed on the back, and a plain high neck t-shirt underneath.
She accessorised with a chunky red bracelet, stylish sunglasses and a necklace which featured a gold love heart with the word ‘love’ written in the middle of it.
She appeared makeup free and wore her golden locks down, combed neatly out of her face.
