Queen Mathilde of Belgium brought a bold dose of color to the streets of New York City, stepping out in a striking green ensemble as she continued her busy schedule during the high-level week of the United Nations General Assembly.
The 53-year-old royal was photographed making her way through Manhattan in a vibrant green pantsuit that offered an unexpected alternative to traditional power dressing.
© Patrick van KatwijkRather than a classic blazer, Mathilde wore a fitted top featuring a dramatic sculptural neckline that folded across the shoulders, creating an almost cape-like effect.
The structured design cinched at the waist before giving way to coordinating wide-leg trousers, which added movement to the monochromatic look as the Queen crossed the streets of Manhattan.
© Patrick van KatwijkShe kept her accessories understated, carrying a neutral taupe clutch and adding a pair of statement drop earrings. Her blonde hair was styled in her signature voluminous bob, while her beauty look remained fresh and natural.
The eye-catching ensemble accompanied an important day of engagements for the Belgian royal. According to the Belgian Royal Palace, the second day of Mathilde's New York visit focused on humanitarian diplomacy, women, peace and security, youth mental health and protecting children in the digital world.
© Patrick van KatwijkMathilde also held a series of bilateral meetings, including one with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres.
Her schedule included meetings with UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, President of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly Khalilur Rahman, World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell.
© BENOIT DOPPAGNEThe appearances come as Mathilde attends the high-level week of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in her role as an advocate for the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
On Sept. 21, she met with Rahman, with the UN saying their conversation addressed the Sustainable Development Goals, the experiences of refugees and victims of sexual violence in conflict zones, the role of artificial intelligence and the inclusion of young people in global decision-making.
© Patrick van KatwijkFashion has provided a colorful counterpoint to the Queen's diplomatic agenda in New York. Her head-to-toe green ensemble proved particularly striking against the Manhattan backdrop, transforming a familiar royal wardrobe staple into something considerably more modern.
And while monochromatic dressing is hardly new territory for European royals, Mathilde's sculptural interpretation showed that a pantsuit does not always need a conventional blazer to make a powerful statement.
