Queen Maxima of the Netherlands

The latest news and pictures of the wife of King Willem-Alexander. Maxima is one of the most popular European royals and is particularly adored for her style and is often looked at as a fashion inspiration. The Argentinian bride and her husband have three daughters: Catharina-Amalia, Alexia and Ariane, referred to as the 'Triple A Princesses'.

To read more about Maxima, click here: Queen Maxima of the Netherlands Biography

Last Updated On | 17 Apr 2026

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Queen Maxima twins with daughter Princess Catharina-Amalia carrying £3.5k Hermes clutch bags

The Dutch royals were on opposite sides of the globe when they twinned with very expensive designer Hermes clutch bags

Princess Kate and Queen Mary's 'shared legacy' with near-identical tiara uncovered

The Princess of Wales and Queen Mary of Denmark have both worn beautiful pearl tiaras – but King Frederik's wife has more freedom with hers

Inside our busy day with Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander, and more

All the latest royal news from Tuesday, 14 April, as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle begin their visit to Australia and more

Melania Trump welcomes Queen Maxima in floral white dress at White House dinner

Standing alongside her husband, Donald Trump, Melania’s sartorial choice immediately drew attention

Queen Máxima nails diplomatic dressing in Philadelphia - dropping major hint about what she'll wear to dinner with Trump

The Queen of the Netherlands has revived a striking emerald style with sparkling stones that she debuted almost a decade ago and likes to wear during the day, even though it is the perfect evening look

Queen Maxima just wore 'mythical' royal wedding bracelet - but parts were missing

The Dutch monarch, 54, was pictured with a sparkly accessory that once belonged to Crown Princess Juliana of the Netherlands

11 times royal ladies have broken fashion protocol

There are many rules within royal protocol that members of the royal family must follow, but these ladies chose their moments to skirt around tradition

Best royal fashion moments in February 2026, according a fashion writer

The Princess of Wales, Queen Maxima of the Netherlands, and Queen Mary of Denmark are among Best Quality Designer Handbag 's top picks in the fashion stakes this month

Queen Maxima schools us in formal style in your 50s with belted grandma dress

The Queen of the Netherlands wore a belted dress from Natan for a visit to a homeless shelter in Amsterdam on 17 February

Queen Maxima gives King Harald of Norway, 88, supportive hug amid tense time for family

Queen Maxima was captured giving King Harald of Norway a supportive hug as she and her husband, King Willem-Alexander, attended the Winter Olympic Games

Dutch Queen Maxima announces very unexpected new role amid 'safety' concerns

The Dutch royal, 54, is set to join the Ministry of Defence as a part-time reservist in the army as 'our safety can no longer be taken for granted'

Queen Maxima's tangerine dream look is the best way to try bold colour in your 50s

The Dutch Queen looked incredibly smart as she paid a visit to the Leading Locals Network from Mind Us, as the foundation's honorary chair, on 3 February

Queen Máxima styles bridal diamonds with 'cheeky' boots on 24th wedding anniversary

Queen Máxima and King Willem-Alexander embarked on a joint outing to Wijkpaleis community centre on their 24th wedding anniversary

Queen Maxima forced to make last-minute cancellation after being taken ill

The Dutch royal, 54, has cancelled several engagements in the Netherlands after her visit to New York earlier this week and is resting up in The Hague

Proud mum Queen Maxima wipes a tear and takes pictures of daughter Princess Amalia completing major milestone

The royal, 54, attended the Crown Princess's graduation ceremony as she completed her General Military Training (AMO) at the Ministry of Defence in Ermelo

Queen Máxima showcases royal way to wear knee-high boots

King Willem-Alexander's wife was seen in killer boots as she visited De Stromen School with More Music in the Classroom foundation

The biggest royal moments of the week: competitive couples, family moments & meaningful causes

The royals aren't letting January blues get the better of them, and it's been a busy week of sport, sustainability, and even (former) Spice Girls!

Queen Maxima is a 'burst of cheer' in waist-cinching orange look – and Mango bag

The Queen of the Netherlands opted for a tangerine houndstooth pantsuit for a more low-key royal engagement on 21 January

Queen Maxima's 'Cinderella' look is how you need to be styling monochrome in your 50s

Queen Maxima of the Netherlands stunned in monochrome for the traditional New Year's reception at the Royal Palace in Amsterdam on Monday, 12 January

Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander enjoy family holiday abroad with daughters

The Dutch king and queen are parents to three daughters - Princess Catharina-Amalia, Princess Alexia and Princess Ariane

Jokey gifts, lavish holidays and sweets for the kids: How royals around the world celebrate Christmas

The British, Spanish, Monégasque and more royal families have different traditions when it comes to celebrating the festive holiday

Queen Maxima's bridal white cape dress is a masterclass in styling monochrome in your 50s

Queen Maxima of the Netherlands opted for a bridal white look for a visit to the Princess Maxima Center for Pediatric Oncology in Utrecht on Thursday, 18 December

Best royal style of December 2025 – including Princess Kate's new diamond tiara

Who will be crowned the most elegant royal of the month?

Queen Maxima's top has a feathered detail that stole the show

Queen Máxima of the Netherlands looked incredible at the Christmas Music Gala concert in Theatre Chasse on Tuesday, 9 December

Queen Máxima 'brings the drama' with 88-year-old tiara

Dutch royals attend state banquet in Suriname

Queen Máxima bears ankles in 'architectural' cut-off trousers

King Willem-Alexander's wife kicked off a four-day trip to Indonesia in style by arriving at Jakarta airport in a pair of cut-off trousers

Queen Maxima surprises in shoulder-baring fuzzy top

King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands' wife visited Haarlem College before changing into a leather look to visit The Offline Club

Best royal style of October 2025 in photos

See the best royal style photos of October 2025: From the Princess of Wales to Queen Letizia of Spain, the Duchess of Sussex and more

Queen Maxima shows off 'flair' with divisive colourful outfit

The Dutch mother of three divided fans with her outfit choice as she attended a design show in Eindhoven in a bold, colourful coat

Queen Máxima is so 'modern' in longest Oscar de la Renta cardigan

King Willem-Alexander's wife attended the official opening of the exhibition Heroes – Eradicating Childhood Cancer – and wore a designer look

Queen Maxima's autumn makeover in £100 cropped denim jacket

King Willem-Alexander's wife launched In Je Bol Mental Health Service, swapping her bright colours and bold prints for a Massimo Dutti jacket

Queen Maxima shimmers in electric pink sequin dress

Queen Maxima of the Netherlands looked dazzling in a fit-and-flare hot pink dress at the opening for the 20th edition of the Tilburg Trade Fair on Tuesday

New Drama Claims Maxima Had Wedding Jitters with Willem-Alexander

The trailer for season two of Máxima shows the Argentine-born royal walking down the aisle with Willem-Alexander at their royal wedding in 2002

Breathtaking tiaras from the Luxembourg gala dinner in photos

Crown Princess Catharina-Amalia of the Netherlands was present at the dinner marking Grand Duke Guillaume of Luxembourg ascension to the throne

The most breathtaking coronation dresses worn by Princess Kate, Princess Catharina-Amalia and other royals

After the Luxembourg change of throne, take a look back at some of most incredible gowns and outfits wore for royal coronations and inauguration ceremonies

Princesses Catharina Amalia and Elisabeth steal the show as Luxembourg royal family gather for royal abdication - best photos

Today marks a historic day for the Luxembourg royal family, whose monarch, Grand Duke Henri, will abdicate the throne for his son, Prince Guillaume

Princess Catharina-Amalia copies Queen Maxima in spotlight-stealing look and 'glossy' heels