Queen Máxima of The Netherlands dazzles in a green ballgown and sparkling tiara

Queen Máxima of The Netherlands stole the show as she arrived to a state banquet in Slovakia this evening as she visits the nation with her husband, King Willem-Alexander.

The Argentine-born royal, 51, stuck to her signature style as she arrived at the event in Reduta, Bratislava, wearing a bright emerald ballgown.

The dress, which featured a full skirt and lace detailing, was comprised of a nude layer with the netted, bright and detailed material over the top.

She accessorised her gown with a cape in a light camel shade and wore a dazzling diamond tiara on her head as her sleek blonde locks were perfectly sculpted into an updo.

Carrying a gold metallic clutch bag, she showed off a sparkling tennis bracelet, while emerald and diamond teardrops hung from her ears.

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The mother-of-three looked elegant as always as she shone while standing next to her husband, 55, who looked sharp in a black tuxedo and black bow tie.

The Dutch royals attended the event being held in their honour on the first day of their three-day state visit to Slovakia.

Pictured arriving at M. R. Stefanik Airport this morning, Máxima was regal in blue as she wrapped up in a navy dress and coat, complete with navy pumps and a hat to accessorise.

Holding her husband’s arm, she beamed as she walked along a red carpet which had been laid out for their arrival.

The monarch looked elegant in a green lace gown by Dutch designer Jan Taminiau

Queen Máxima of The Netherlands stunned as she arrived in Bratislava, Slovakia for a state dinner held in her honour in an emerald dress with leaf appliqué and a diamond tiara

The Argentine-born royal, 51, stole the show as she arrived at the event, with her blonde locks sculpted into a sleek updo

Queen Máxima and King Willem-Alexander beamed as they arrived at the event which takes place on the first evening of their state visit to Slovakia

Looking chic as ever, she carried a posy of flowers in her right hand.

The Slovakia state visit comes amid a busy period for the couple. Last month, Queen Maxima visited a customer contact center helping those struggling with energy bills.

She seemed in high spirits but also eager to learn as she met with staff at the Temporary Emergency Energy Fund, in The Hague.

The mother of three was attentive throughout her visit, where she learnt about the help being given to families struggling with bills.

The fund supports vulnerable households that run into financial difficulties due to high energy prices.

Meanwhile she also attended the NUL ZES workspace in Eindhoven, which houses designers of all backgrounds.