The Three Weddings Where Lorenzo Caprile Made Infanta Cristina Shine

Lorenzo Caprile, a close friend of Infanta Cristina, has once again made her the star of the event with his designs. We revisit two memorable looks and her wedding dress that established Infanta Cristina as one of the best-dressed, showcasing a blend of understated and contemporary elegance.

The comments on Infanta Cristina’s attire at Victoria López-Quesada’s wedding praised her choice of a two-piece ensemble featuring a maxi skirt with watercolor patterns in blue and a white blouse. The result: a refined, youthful, and fresh style that radiated elegance.

Infanta Cristina stood out as one of the best-dressed guests of the day, thanks to Caprile’s design. This is no coincidence. The designer, a close friend of the Infanta, has been her go-to choice for occasions when she wants to shine.

There has been much discussion about Infanta Cristina’s style evolution since her divorce. Her wardrobe now features leather jackets, tailored suits, masculine shirts, and straight-cut dresses, reflecting a reinvention following the end of her marriage. Caprile’s design for Victoria López-Quesada’s wedding is part of this transformation, echoing the same innovation as his design for her wedding on October 4, 1997, at the Cathedral of Santa Eulalia in Barcelona, attended by 1,500 guests.

For her wedding to former handball player Iñaki Urdangarín, Infanta Cristina sought a classic yet modern design. Her friend Carla Royo-Villanova, wife of Kubrat of Bulgaria, recommended Caprile, who had designed her wedding dress with an original corset.

Caprile’s first bridal commission had been a resounding success four years earlier, introducing a new style to bridal fashion. The following year, he dressed Cristina de Borbón-Dos Sicilias, a cousin of the Infantas and mother of Victoria López-Quesada, and later, her sister Victoria.

Every design by Caprile was a triumph. For Infanta Cristina’s wedding, Caprile crafted a light ivory empire-cut gown with high embroidery, French sleeves, and a bateau neckline that boldly exposed the bride’s shoulders. The reviews were unanimous: dazzling and flattering. For the first time, Spanish monarchy and glamour were perfectly matched. The three-meter-long train was embroidered with lilies, calla lilies, and snowflakes.

The Infanta chose a floral tiara that had belonged to Queen María Cristina and a veil also worn by her, meticulously restored by Caprile’s workshop. The dress was transported from Madrid to Barcelona in an armored van.

At that time, Lorenzo Caprile was a young designer, just 29, starting his career after training in Italy. He quickly became a favorite among aristocratic and high-society brides. His friendship with the Infanta has only strengthened over time. Caprile attended the final session of the Nóos trial to show his support during one of her most challenging moments, greeting her with a hug despite potential criticism.

Cristina and her sister Elena attended the same school, Santa María del Camino, where the designer’s sisters also studied. Subsequently, Cristina commissioned several evening gowns from Caprile, including the first royal evening gown for Doña Letizia at a royal wedding, possibly a suggestion from Doña Cristina.

The Wedding of Victoria of Sweden

Doña Cristina frequently alternated between Lorenzo Caprile and Jesús del Pozo. For Victoria of Sweden’s wedding to Daniel Westling on June 19, 2010, Caprile designed two evening gowns for the Infanta. At the pre-wedding gala dinner, Cristina wore a very elegant navy blue dress made of natural silk, featuring a sophisticated draped back adorned with a large flower-shaped brooch.

For the wedding ceremony, Cristina opted for a delicate empire-cut gown in aqua green chiffon. This was one of the most dazzling occasions for Infanta Cristina. She chose the Cartier tiara, a 1907 design for Queen Victoria Eugenia, which Doña Letizia first wore at a gala dinner in 2018.

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