As the Swedish Parliament opens, the spotlight is on the fashion choices of royals and politicians. From Amanda Lind's traditional Västerbottensdräkt to Crown Princess Victoria's trendy polka dots, the event showcases a blend of tradition and modern style.
Best Dressed at the Swedish Parliament Opening
Best Dressed at the Swedish Parliament Opening
September marks the start of the season for both school and fashion weeks. The opening of the Swedish Parliament is no exception—here are the style ratings for the royals and politicians' ceremonial attire.
Amanda Lind and Daniel Helldén
A lot can happen in a year. Or not. The Green Party's spokespersons Amanda Lind and Daniel Helldén offer a real déjà vu as they appear in the same outfits as last year. Amanda Lind's reuse of her Västerbottensdräkt is nothing new. She has previously shared that the dress is a gift from her mother, with embroidery by her grandmother.
Even though green is nice, Daniel Helldén could have refreshed his look a bit.
This is how the Green Party leaders looked in 2024.
Ardalan Shekarabi
Ardalan Shekarabi (S) has a fondness for bow ties—and today he matches it with a black suit. And a mobile phone in hand, which slightly detracts from the overall impression. Couldn't he have asked Azadeh Rojhan (S) to keep it in her bag? Overall, the Social Democrats dress stylishly and elegantly.
Lena Hallengren
Has Lena Hallengren (S) fallen for the TikTok trend of greige mom? Apparently! The former Minister of Social Affairs opts for a floral gray-beige dress. Unfortunately, the overall impression is somewhat casual with a watch and colors that blend together. Luckily, color analysis is so popular now.
King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia
Royals wear black and white at the opening of the Parliament. It's a long-standing tradition. When you can't work with color, you have to elevate the outfit with accessories, something Queen Silvia takes to the next level with a brooch, gloves, jewelry, and a headpiece. Well-balanced and proper without being boring. The King goes for a more minimalist approach with a double-breasted blazer. However, a tie that adds a pop of color!
Crown Princess Victoria
Believe it or not, polka dots have been one of the major trends this year, both in fashion weeks and on social media. But Crown Princess Victoria is not just on-trend; her dress is tailored with a waistband that enhances the silhouette.
Magdalena Andersson
The first thing you notice when Magdalena Andersson (S) makes an entrance is the shoes. The Social Democratic leader has been guilty of a shoe faux pas or two over the years. In 2022, she appeared in sneakers—a mistake she almost repeated last year before running back at the last second to change. Magdalena Andersson's style is easy to recognize. She often wears a suit with a matching skirt or dress and a short jacket or blazer. This is no exception. Nice, but perhaps a bit too safe.
Ebba Busch
Although the black-and-white dress code only applies to the royals, several people are avoiding color this year, including Christian Democrat leader Ebba Busch. A smart choice if you know what you're doing. The risk is that you look like you're going to a funeral. In Ebba Busch's case, it's borderline, but the scarf makes the fit more interesting, and the overall look is enhanced by the shoes and bag that match.