October, a significant month for the princess
Last October was a very special moment for the young Eleonor, the heir to the Spanish crown. This mausón had two dates that marked a before and an after in his life. On the one hand, the flag oath took place on October 7. On the other hand, the 31st was the date on which Eleonor would take the oath of the Spanish Constitution, coinciding with the most anticipated event: her 18th birthday.
Commemorative events with little glamour
Several events were organized to commemorate these two events of institutional importance. However, what really had emotional value for the young princess, namely the celebration of her birthday, went completely unnoticed. Sources closer to the family nucleus suggested that Queen Letizia and King Felipe VI were not predisposed to make a big celebration in honor of their daughter.
No traditional birthday party
According to statements issued by the royal house, after the official events that would take place in the Congress of Deputies and in the Royal Palace, an intimate meeting would be held in the Palau d’El Pardo. This gathering would be restricted to the immediate royal family as well as relatives of the king and queen, eliminating any prospect of public celebration that is customary on such occasions.
Comparisons with other royal houses
Unlike other members of European royal families, such as Prince Christian of Denmark, who were the stars of mass celebrations for similar reasons, Eleanor did not enjoy a comparable event. Without the presence of the media and with the lack of glamor that usually accompanies this type of celebration, his birthday became, unfortunately, a moment of low visibility.
Speculations about the reason for a low-key celebration
There were various speculations surrounding the reasons that led to this decision. Some theories point to the intention of the royal house to avoid any public interaction with the emeritus king Joan Charles I, as well as the concern about possible leaks of photographs with the young woman or the other children.
Vox populi: the queen’s jealousy
Macia Vasco, a communicator and analyst of royal life, offered her take on the situation. This expert has expressed her opinion that Eleonor’s choice of low-key outfits in public should be attributed, in part, to the influence of Queen Letizia. Vasco argues that maternal influence indirectly re-admits the lack of proposals that truly celebrate the princess’s youth and beauty.
The importance of a proper celebration
According to Vasco, the traditional putting of long to the royal families is a moment that should not be overlooked, and that in the matter of traditions, he would thank the members of the royal family. He points out that, far from the excuses about Eleanor’s military training, her companions in various European monarchies have also been engaged in similar studies and have celebrated their respective festivals.
final reflection
Apparently, the Spanish royal house has not been enthusiastic about organizing a celebration that would actually pay tribute to the princess’ entrance into adulthood. The anxiety remains, therefore, in the air, that Queen Letícia weighs more than is acceptable in this type of event, limiting in this way the opportunities of her daughter, who certainly deserved a memorable birthday party.
