Queen Maxima braves the rain in a fabulous wide-brimmed hat to visit the National Ballet Academy

Queen Maxima of the Netherlands was all smiles today as she presided over a ballet event despite wet weather.

The Argentina-born monarch, 53, was ever chic as she attended the launch of the National Ballet Academy in Amsterdam where she was greeted by young fans and ballerinas.

Despite torrential downpour threatening to get the best of the day, the effervescent royal turned up in a stylish dark grey cape and matching suede hat while an assistant shielded her with an umbrella.

Known for her love of eye-catching prints and bold colours , the grey palette was a marked departure from her usual style, however the fashionista didn't fail to turn heads.

Accompanying the look was a glistening satin green shirt which she paired with grey suede high heel pumps.

For accessories she opted for grey leather gloves, a blue clutch bag and opulent diamond earrings. She also donned silver metal bracelets as well as a chunky one decorated with blue stones.

The Queen's make-up was pared back except for a light touch of grey eyeshadow and black mascara, meanwhile her blonde tresses were tucked neatly under the brim of her hat.

While at the event, the royal also made an impression beyond fashion - one that delighted her waiting fans.

A group of young ballerinas were honoured to meet the Queen, including one dancer who boldy cut some dance steps for Maxima.

One image captures the royal visibly impressed with the young girl who was dressed in a blue bodysuit and white tights. She appeared to plié for the royal as her face lit up with a smile.

She was also seen clutching a small bouquet of flowers, which were seemingly gifted to her by the young student.

According to news site ahk.nl , the occasion called for Maxima to officially open the new building of the Dutch National Ballet Academy (NBA) at Nicolaas Tetterodestraat in Amsterdam today.

'This milestone marks the official end of a search of more than a decade for a new home that can accommodate all the pupils and students of the NBA' it added.

The building comes complete with seven large studios, which serve as both theatre rooms and classrooms for the young students.

The news comes as the busy royal stepped out last Wednesday for a UN assembly anniversary event in New York .

The royal and her husband King Willem-Alexander joined former CEO of Microsoft, Bill Gates, at the UNSGSA event 'Inclusive Finance for Development 15 Years of Impact' held in New York.

The mother-of-three looked typically glamorous as she stepped out in a vibrant orange ensemble for the event alongside her husband, 57, who looked dashing in blue.

She stepped out in an entirely orange suit with floor length trousers in a relaxed fit and long length sleeves with a stylish slit running up the arms.

Pictured strutting down the streets of New York, Maxima beamed cheerily as she held a practical chestnut clutch bag under one arm, and linked arms sweetly with her husband.

The queen donned a pair of elegant brown heels with a a stylish pointed tip as she strode past the grey skyscrapers of New York city.

She finished the look with a gem studded silver bracelet and a chic looking chunky black watch.

Maxima wore her usual makeup look with a dark smoky eye to accentuate her stunning mahogany coloured eyes, and a petal pink shade emphasised her beautiful smile.

Her bright blonde tresses were worn down by her shoulders in a relaxed by professional style, with her side part fringe giving her a stylish look.

The Dutch royal attended the event in New York alongside her husband, King Willem-Alexander, who sported a fashionable navy suit and patterned baby blue tie.

Among other guests who gathered at the United Nations headquarters in New York was the former CEO of Microsoft, Bill Gates and the World Bank President Ajay Banga.

The former Microsoft mogul, Bill Gates, 68, looked smart in an all black ensemble during his attendance at the United Nations General Assembly, where he also spoke.

Maxima look animated as she chatted to the Microsoft founder during the event alongside her husband.

Also attending the UN Assembly was the Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof, who beamed with recognition as he shook hands with Maxima.

Another global leader in attendance was Tanzania's Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa, who was pictured chatting to the Dutch royal and her husband.

During the event, a sweet picture captured the moment the queen was spotted giggling as she chatted cheekily with Prime Minister of Tanzania Kassim Majaliwa.

The anniversary marked 15-years of progress in advancing financial inclusion, most notably in achieving UN goals in Sustainable Development Goals.