Lillebror Lotteriet's 100th Anniversary

21 February, 2026

When Queen Mary bought the first ticket of this year's Lillebror Lotteri, she continued a tradition that goes back to Queen Ingrid. They money raised from selling the lottery tickets goes to the Children's Aid Day. Queen Ingrid was patron of the Children's Aid Day for 52 years and in 2005 Queen Mary took over the patronages.

CEO of the Children's Aid Day, Sofie Hugo was accompanied by Caroline and Oskar when meeting the Queen at Frederik VIII's Palace. I adore that we were given the opportunity to a glimpse of this wonderful moment.

I love it even more because her outfit was this perfect. Her new floral embroidered Temperley London blouse has to be a new favorite of mine. The colors, the embroidery, the sleeves. I fancy everything about it. Looks so good with the grey JOSEPH trousers.

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Blouse ● Temperley London (new)

Trousers ● JOSEPH

"Inside the walls"

January 14, 2026

They play "Inside the Walls" by Henri Nathansens was first performed in 1912 on the Old Stage at The Royal Theatre. Since then it has been performed more than 500 times.

On Wednesday evening, Queen Mary was invited to watch the famous play. Actress Fridamarie B. Cauchi welcomed the Queen when she arrived to the repremiere.

Anyone other than me who adore her purple velvet suit? The fabric and color takes it to a completely other level. It is the first time she wears it with a black blouse. This one is new and from Prada. I actually really like the sheer black blouse with the suit.

Mary matched the embellished blouse with suede rivet pumps from Gianvito Rossi and a Ralph Lauren clutch. We hadn't seen the clutch for years when she wore it again on December 15th 2025. Many of you didn't know about. I was able to identify it quite a few years ago but all by accident.

The dusty rose diamond earrings and rather huge amethyst ring were a wonderful addition to the rest of her outfit.

Shop the look

Blazer ● Temperley London

Trousers ● Temperley London

Blouse ● Prada (new)

Clutch ● Ralph Lauren

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi

Officiel disembark from Dannebrog

September 10, 2025

King Frederik and Queen Mary have spend much time on sea during the summer visiting both Frederikshavn, Thisted, Læsø and Samsø. The couple have enjoyed many wonderful hours traveling with the royal yacht on their summer tour.

Today it was time to officially disembark and Dannebrog docked in Nordre Toldbold in Copenhagen around noon. The royal couple were warmly greeted at the dock by Danes who gathered to get a glimpse of the King and Queen.

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Usually I'm not a huge fan of darker colors matched with soft colors like pastel pink, white, beige, etc. Somehow I think Mary did a good job with her colors-combo at the disembark on September 10. The balance is quite nice. The stunning lace dress from Temperley London and the simple black Prada jacket. Maybe it worked because she had chosen darker colored accessories.

Her hat is brand new from Canopy by Deborah Hutton. Similar to her other hats from the same designer. Kinda like the shape of the hat for her. The navy blue ribbon is a beautiful detail. Especially with her choice of blue Jimmy Choo pumps and clutch which is a much loved reuse from Quidam.

Mary wore earrings and a bracelet from Dulong Fine Jewelry such as a golden diamond bangle from Rebekka Notkin. Look closely and you'll see a diamond ring from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen as well.

Shop the look

Hat ● Canopy Bay by Deborah Hutton (credit to UFO No More) (new)

Jacket ● Prada

Dress ● Temperley London

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Bracelet ● Dulong Fine Jewelry (similar)

Bracelet ● Rebekka Notkin

Ring ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Clutch ● Quidam

Shoes ● Jimmy Choo

Day 2.

State visit from The Arab Republic of Egypt

07. December 2024

President of The Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah Al Sisi arrived in Copenhagen yesterday to attend a state visit in Denmark.

On Saturday, the President first met with Chairman of the Danish Parliament Søren Gade. The meeting took place at Folketinget at Christiansborg. Members of the Parliament got the opportunity to met the President during his visit at Folketinget. 

Later on, Prime Minister Mette Frederiks met with the President at Marienborg for a meeting and for lunch.

In the evening, the Egyptian President hosted a return event at Sølyst in Klampenborg. King Frederik and Queen Mary attended as guest of honor. Princess Marie and Princess Benedikte also attended the event.

Tomorrow, the King and Queen will officially say goodby to the President and greet him for his visit.

I am thrilled to see that purple velvet Temperley London suit again! Loved if more than everything when she first wore it in an exclusive interview with Financial Times in 2022. It was an interview with the Australian magazine on occasion of her 50th birthday. Photographer Hasse Nielsen captured some wonderful photos of her. At the return event, Mary embraced the style with a simple black satin n-neck blouse.

Mary matched the stunning suit with golden diamond earrings from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen featuring elegant design pendants. Among others, she wore them at an event in Nuuk earlier this year. The huge butterfly brooch was first worn in an interview with The Australian Women's Weekly in 2022.

She perfected the outfit with a magnificent purple satin box clutch from Prada and chic studded Gianvito Rossi pumps.

Remember to follow my royal Christmas calendar.

SHOP THE LOOK

Blazer ● Temperley London

Trousers ● Temperley  London

Earrings ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Pendant ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Clutch ● Prada

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi

A year went by

20 December 2023

It is time to look back at 2023. Soon we will celebrate a new year. "The transition to the new year is always an opportunity to stop and appreciate everything that has happened during the year." This is, among others, what Crown Princess Mary write in her annual speech as founder and Chairwoman of the Mary Foundation.

"We need each other if we want to succeed. With the warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.”

Mary wore her splendid purple velvet suit from Temperley London. Because of the outfit my guess is that the marvelous photo was taken of her when hosting the annual Christmas reception for the Mary Foundation and its partners on November 30th (here). Once again, photographer Steen Brogaard captured a wonderful moment with the Crown Princess.

To keep warn, she added a stunning light grey wool shawl. It is still unidentified and I cannot remember having seen it before. Do you?

The magical purple earrings are crafted by Cenius & Bach.

SHOP THE LOOK

Blazer ● Temperley London, here

Pants ● Temperley London, here

Earrings ● Custom-made by Cenius & Bach, here

unidentified

shawls

Christmas reception for the Mary Foundation's partners

30 November 2023

Crown Princess Mary hosted the annual Christmas reception for the Mary Foundation's partners. The foundation have collaborations with a number of different organizations and other foundations to fulfill their vision to combat social difficulties as bullying, loneliness and domestic violence.

These partners were all gathered at Frederik VIII's palace at Amalienborg on Thursday afternoon to enjoy each others companies, a warm cup of glögg and æbleskiver - a traditional specialty in Denmark.

In a post on social media, the Crown Princess write:

"It's a day I look forward to every year. Because it is an occasion to meet and thank all those who have contributed to our work in the past year and who fight for the same as we do; a society where more people feel that they belong."

Mary has hosted these Christmas receptions for many years now. It is truly something I look forward to every year. I see the delight and happiness in her eyes. These people gathered have the same commitment as she does.

This year, Mary has chosen me favorite pants suit of them all. Her purple velvet suit from Temperley London. Do you remember when she wore it the first time? Yes, that is right. In her exclusive interview with Financial Times in 2022 (here). She wore it with the same plain white top which I believe to be MaxMara.

Wish we had a glimpse of what shoes she was wearing, but I don't see anything. Any ideas?

What I do see is her beloved custom-made purple Amethyst earrings from Cenius & Bach. Did you know that these earrings comes with different pendants, features her monogram and has a hidden blue stone to represent her royalty?

Look closer and you will see a matching Amethyst ring. Mary has worn it for maaaaany years. Way before the earrings.

SHOP THE LOOK

Blazer ● Temperley London, here

Top ● Weekend MaxMara, here

Pants ● Temperley London, here

Earrings ● Custom-made by Cenius & Bach, here

unidentified

blouse, ring

Day 1. Business promotion visit in Vietnam

01st November 2022

This time, Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary are head of a business promotion visit in Vietnam. It focuses on 'creating a greener future together'. They are accompanied by larger Danish business delegation during the two days visit, which also mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Denmark and Vietnam.

First thing, the royal couple visited the Ho Chi Minhs Mausoleum in Hanoi. It was part of the official welcoming that the Crown Prince Couple payed their visit (and respect) to the mausoleum. Later, they were also welcomed by Vietnam's President and Vicepresident.

In the afternoon, they spend time at the Hoàn Kiếm lake and the Turtle Tower both centret in Hanoi city.

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary attended dinner in the evening to honor and celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic realtions between Denmark and Vietnam.

Kongehuset ● Billed Bladet ● Billed Bladet ● Billed Bladet ● Billed Bladet ● Billed Bladet ● Royal Portraits Gallery ● UFO No More ● Frederik et Mary ● Frederik et Mary

At the Hoàn Kiếm lake and the Turtle Tower

Mary looked like a dream on their first day in Vietnam as head of a Danish business delegation. She had chosen this incredible lace-like midi dress from Temperley London. In 2017, the dress was brand new. First flashed on an official state visit in Japan (here). An all-time winner.

Actually, she had also chosen to wear quite a few pieces of jewellery, but it takes a closer look to see their individual beauty. Mary wore several creations from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen. Both the white pearl earrings, that shiny diamond bangle and the stunning leaf brooch are mastered by the Danish jewellery designer. They were accompanied by a golden bracelet from Dulong Fine Jewelry and Rebekka Notkin. Also Danish designers.

Briefly, we got a glimpse of a beloved Ralph Lauren leather bag and matching Thierry Lasry sunglasses. Two highly exclusive creations. Just as the nude pointed Prada pumps. I like how simple and flawless this outfit turned out.

SHOP THE daytime LOOK

Dress ● Temperley London, here

Sunglasses ● Thierry Lasry, here

Earrings ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen, here

Brooch ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen, here

Bracelet ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen, here

Bracelet ● Dulong Fine Jewelry, here

Bracelet ● Rebekka Notkin, here

Bag ● Ralph Lauren, here

Shoes ● Prada, here

I love that the couple arrived walking to the evening dinner. Looked to romantic and fairytale-like. Just as I imagine as royal couple arriving to a dinner. I also gave the perfect impression of how her Etro kimono dress move and it moves beautifully. Not sure if the dress a favourite of mine, but Mary wears it with such elegance.

Mary embraced the evening style with reused earrings from Annikat. They feature the most incredible colourful stones. Still, the new necklace caught the world's attention. This simple little thing. Why? Probably because it has the initials of all four children engraved. Maybe a gift?

As other accessories, Mary wore a huge yellow diamond ring, a black sequin belt that looked perfectly with her little clutch. What I adore most about this outfit, has to be the Manolo Blahnik pumps. Seriously. They are yellow silk pumps!

SHOP THE evening LOOK

Dress ● Etro, here

Earrings ● Annikat, here

Bracelet ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen, here

Ring ● Dulong Fine Jewelry, here (custom-made)

Shoes ● Manolo Blahnik, here

At the opening of "Creating a greener future together"

Exclusive birthday interview with the Financial Times

02 February

Celebrating ones 50th birthday and being Crown Princess of Denmark makes the world curious. Crown Princess Mary has given quite a few interviews to several Danish medias, but she was also interviewed by the international Financial Times (here). 

With the interview comes brand new photos as well. They were taken by photographer Hasse Nielsen. He is also the master behind many of the other new photos revealed on occasion of her birthday. He is indeed at very talented man.

The new photos also included brand new (outstanding!!) outfits. Look at that purple velvet suit from Temperley London. That is by definition one of my all-time favourite outfits. She looks like the most cool business women. Love how she matched it with a simple white blouse and those inherited ruby jewellery. We get a glimpse of her shoes as well. They are black suede studded Gianvito Rossi pumps.

Heaven managed to identify her impressive new rose golden gown. I do not think we have ever seen Mary in a dress like this. Somehow, it is very unusual to see her in such a design. The dress is from Jenny Peckham - one of Duchess Catherine's most beloved designers. She embraced the style with her golden Cartier bangle. I think the pink and white diamond earrings could be inherited or perhaps purchased on auction. The nude pointed pumps are her reused Prada shoes.

Her third outfit is way more a mystery to me than the first two. It could be the same outfit as the one she wore in her interview with Billed Bladet. The blouse looks new. A wonderful way of wearing a monochrome outfit. White is such a majestic colour. Cartier is the creator of her golden bracelet and the nude pumps are from Gianvito Rossi.

SHOP THE LOOK

1| Suit ● Temperley London, here

1| Earrings ● Queen Ingrid's Ruby Parure

1| Necklace ● Queen Ingrid's Ruby Parure

1| Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi, here

2| Gown ● Jenny Peckham, here

2| Bracelet ● Cartier, here

2| Shoes ● Prada

3| Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi, here

3| Bracelet ● Cartier, here

Government dinner at Fredensborg

29 September

Ministers of the Danish Government, were invited to dinner at Fredensborg. Queen Margrethe hosted the dinner.

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary were also invited and arrived to Fredensborg shortly before the dinner was about to place place. They couple were accompanied by, among others, Minister of Education and Research Jesper Petersen, Minister for Children and Education Pernille Rosenkrantz-Theil. Minister of Social Affairs and the Elderly Astrid Krag and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.

Kongehuset ● Det Danske Kongehus ● UFO No More ● Royal Portraits Gallery ● Billed Bladet ● Billed Bladet

Mary was beautifully gown in a long figure-hugging Temperly London dress. It features the most amazing sleeves and neckline. Look at the little embellishment gathering the two-sided neckline. She first wore the silver gown in 2015, when celebrating Queen Margrethe's 75th birthday (here). Actually, she repeated most of her outfit from back then. Very little changed. Her hairstyle changed. At the Government dinner, the curls and half updo gave her a more relaxed and soft look. I like that.

She accessorized her evening outfit with a matching silver clutch. A magnificent detail to wear a same-color clutch. Makes it look a bit more polish. Don't you think so? Also with the stunning diamond earrings from Dulong Fine Jewelry. They come with a different set of pendants. When she stepped out of the car at the arrival, we got a glimpse of her shoes. Light grey pointed pumps from Gianvito Rossi. One day I hope to see Mary wear this dress with more colorful accessories.

SHOP THE LOOK

Dress ● Temperly London, here

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi, here

Et opslag delt af DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus) den 16. Maj, 2018 kl. 4.52 PDT

-May, 16th-

The Crown Prince visited the DR City in Copenhagen to participated in the recording of a radioprogram called Crown Prince Frederik at P4 (which is a Danish radio station). He was interview by Alex Nyborg Madsen and Anders Agger about music from the 60's to today. The Crown Prince shared some of his personal favourite records and related stories. It was broadcasted on May 20th.

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Et opslag delt af DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus) den 20. Maj, 2018 kl. 8.14 PDT

-May, 20th-
A brand new documentary called My Way was broadcasted on TV2 in Danish television Sunday evening. A TV crew has followed the Crown Prince family for a couple of years, showing the Crown Prince and his family at official event and on more private occasions. From my personal point of view, this is indeed a remarkable portrait of His Royal Highness. Even the filming techniques are outstanding. I sincerely hope you had the chance to watch the documentary or at least some of these few clips published, here.

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Et opslag delt af DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus) den 21. Maj, 2018 kl. 6.48 PDT

-May, 21st-
Early Monday morning the Crown Prince share the first of many pictures from him participating Royal Run, here, here, here, here. The event took place in five different Danish cities (Aalborg, Aarhus, Esbjerg, Odense, Copenhagen) across the country. And what a massive support the event had from more than 70,000 Danes participating the run. It was simply impressive. The Crown Prince expressed how sincere he was for the support. He was also supported by his wife, who also happen to run 10 km in Odense, here. The Crown Princess and their four children joined a mile run in Copenhagen before she went to Odense, here.

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Et opslag delt af DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus) den 23. Maj, 2018 kl. 1.30 PDT

-May, 23rd-
The Crown Princess arrived on board Dannebrog in the morning to accompany her husband on a trip to Aarhus, here. She was perfectly dress in a brand new dress from Apiece Apart, here, brown sandals from Yvonne Knoé, here, a Ralph Lauren bag, here, and new golden earrings from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen, here. The day earlier, Crown Prince Frederik hosted a reception on the royal yacht for all this patronages on occasion of his 50th birthday, here. Around noon the couple the arrived to Aarhus where they were warmly welcomed. Both of them took plenty of time meeting people placed at the harbor. They day was all about celebrating the Crown Prince. Among other places, they visited Njord Gin and Film City Aarhus, here. The Crown Princess dazzled wearing an old Temperley London lace dress with a pair of nude Prada pumps and matching Naledi Copenhagen clutch. Think her new Susanne Juul fascinator amazed most of us. She embraced the style of her new hairpiece with earrings from the Ruby Parure, an Orit Elhanati necklace and Cartier bracelet.

On their way home from Aarhus, a picture was taken of the couple on board Dannebrog, here. To me it shows a happy couple enjoying themselves. I'm not quite sure why they are all dressed up, but nevertheless the Crown Prince looks smashing in his black uniform next to the Crown Princess in her floral dream from Giambattista Valli, here, white trousers and beautiful Annikat earrings, here.

Dress ● Temperley London Berry Lace Dress
Fascinator ● Susanne Juul

Earrings ● The Ruby Parure

Necklace ● Orit Elhanati The Abyss Necklace

Bracelet ● Cartier Love Bracelet

Clutch ● Naledi Copenhagen Allana Latte Beige Ostrich Clutch

Shoes ● Prada Natural Pointed Toe Pumps

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Et opslag delt af DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus) den 24. Maj, 2018 kl. 9.49 PDT

-May, 24th-
Surrounded by his loved ones, the Crown Princess revealed a new portrait, here, painted by Ralph Heimans. The very same man, who painted this portrait of the Crown Princess years ago, here. His new painting is part of an exhibition called Crown Prince Frederik -Prince of Denmark at the National Museum of History at Frederiksberg Castle in Copenhagen. All four children helped their father reveal the new portrait, which include all four of them, their mother and grandmother as well. Supporting her husband, the Crown Princess dazzled in a brand new pink dress found by Heaven at No 21. She paired her new dress with old Christian Louboutin t-strap sandals as worn here. The style was also embraced with pieces from the Ruby Parure, a Cartier bracelet and matching pink Carlend Copenhagen clutch. A beautiful look for a beautiful woman.

Dress ● No 21 Long-Sleeve Pleated Midi Dress

Earrings ● The Ruby Parure
Ring ● The Ruby Parure
Bracelet ● Cartier Love Bracelet
Clutch ● Carlend Copenhagen Vanessa Original Croco
Shoes ● Christian Louboutin

The 25th anniversary of Crown Prince Frederik Fund

Friday, May 18th

Et opslag delt af DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus) den 18. Maj, 2018 kl. 11.46 PDT

Kongehuset ● Billed-Bladet

It was on occasion of Crown Prince Frederik's 50th birthday and the 25th anniversary of Crown Prince Frederik Fund that the royal couple hosted a dinner at Frederik VIIIs palace, here. Earlier, the Crown Prince attended the presentation of scholarships which were handed over at Christiansborg Castle in Copenhagen. The Crown Prince Frederik Fund was a gift from Danish-Americans on occasion of his 25th birthday during while studying at Harvard University. He was also given the opportunity to meet previous recipients of the scholarship, which by the way, aim to support students of social sciences for one year study at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University in Boston.

At first I was sure the dinner took place in private behind closed doors. But then suddenly a few pictures showed up after all. They were published on the Danish royal house. It indicates that, more or less, it was a private event. Nevertheless, Mary was beautifully dressed in one of her reused Temperley London evening gowns. She first wore this magnificent gown at a dinner at Christiansborg Castle in 2016, here. At that she matched it with her auction-bought tiara and black accessories. This time she paired the gown with chandelier earrings featuring Aquamarine blue stones and diamonds. They go way back till when she first arrived to Denmark. Since then, she has worn them numerous times, here, here, here & here. They are told to be a creation by Dulong Fine Jewelry, former Marianne Dulong. But I have never been able to confirm that information. The earrings have always stunned me. She embraced the style by wearing a couple of bracelets from among others Cartier and black pumps I think. It is worth noticing her beautiful hairstyle. Personally I am completely in love with this hairstyle and she makes it look even more beautiful with her amazing personality.

Dress ● Temperley London Black Textured Long Trellis Gown

Bracelet ● Cartier Love Bracelet

Day 2. Official state visit to Japan

Monday, October 9th

Et opslag delt af DET DANSKE KONGEHUS (@detdanskekongehus) den 9. Okt 2017 kl. 3:44 PDT

Kongehuset 1 ● Royals & Fashion ● Frederik et Mary 1 ● Billed-Bladet ● Daily Mail

-Kanazawa-
As part of a five days official state visit to Japan the Danish Crown Prince couple visited Kanazawa. They drove the 500 km from Tokyo to Kanazawa in the Japanese high speed train 'Shinkansen'. So, it all started with a train ride around noon. The first event on a rather long list, was a lunch at the restaurant 'Tsubajin' hosted by the Deputy Mayor Dazio Hosada and Kanazawa City; all to welcome the Crown Prince couple to Japan. After a nice lunch, Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary were given a guided tour in the Kenrokuen -one of three Japanese plant gardens, here. So, if you are every going to visit Kanazawa in Japan, I think this is the place to go. Since we got the first glimpse of the couple during their second day in Japan, I think we have seen two very committed and smily Crown Prince and Crown Princess. I can't get enough of these official visits. Well, enough about sentimental me because I also need to tell that the Danish couple visited the exhibition Everyday Life -Signs of Awareness at 21st Century Museum for Contemporary Art. Over 130 pieces of Danish designs are exhibited. Here they were given another guided tour -two in one day, were they also got the chance to speak with several Japanese and Danish designers. The Crown Prince also gave a speech followed by the presentation of five scholarships given to Japanese artists who are about to study in Denmark.

Looking absolutely stunning in a brand new white dress, I believe Mary amazed all of us. Am I right? Everywhere I have been able to get a glimpse of a comment I have only seen positive ones. Everyone seems to adore Mary in this new Temperley London dress. And it got some brilliant details that makes one look twice and discover new details all the time. You are no the only one loving this dress. So do I. It was identified by one of the girls at UFO No More, here. She styled it beautifully by wearing new baby blue pumps from Gianvito Rossi and a pair of aquamarine blue earrings designed by Diane von Furstenberg for H. Stern. These are not new but worn at several other occasions. She had chosen jewellery from Orit Elhanati, Dulong Fine Jewelry, Cartier and Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen. We also got to see her new sunglasses, which I strongly believe is from Dolce & Gabbana. A very classy 50s inspired look with the full-skirt dress, feminine hairstyle and leopard shades. Love how they both matched each other in a 50s vibe. Another resemblance that comes to my mind, is Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden. She could differently wear something similar to what Mary was wearing during the day in Kanazawa, here, here, here. Did you notice she's wearing a white orchid in her hair? What an incredible detail. White orchids are told to be symbol of humility, luxury and purity.

Dress: Temperley London Berry Lace Dress

Earrings: Diane von Furstenberg for H. Stern Round Blue Topaz Earrings (similar)

Necklace: Orit Elhanati The Abyss Necklace

Bracelet: Dulong Fine Jewelry Piccolo

Bracelet: Dulong Fine Jewelry Anello

Bracelet: Dulong Fine Jewelry Esme

Bracelet: Cartier Love Bracelet

Rings: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Love Bands Ring

Bag: Prada Saffiano Cuir Double Bag, Tan

Shoes: Gianvito Rossi Light Blue Suede Pumps

State council dinner at Amalienborg

Wednesday, March 23rd

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary attended the state council dinner at Christian VIIs Palace, Amalienborg, hosted by the Queen. 

* Kongehuset * Royals & Fashion *

Members of the Danish Parliament were invited to a State council dinner taking place at Christian VIIs Palace at Amalienborg. This very special dinner was hosted by Queen Margrethe. I have been waiting with great excitement, just to find this one single picture (as you see below). At least we got one. I had hoped to get a few pictures of the Queen and Crown Prince couple before the dinner was about to take place. That didn't happened. I guess the three royal family members welcomed all the special invited guest when they arrived to Amalieborg, having already 'arrived'. As you know; both Queen Margrethe (and her husband Prince Henrik of course) and the Crown Prince couple lives in each their palace at Amalienborg - Frederik and Mary at Frederik VIIIs Palace and the Queen and Prince Henrik at Christian IXs Palace during the winter. Only a couple of hours before the dinner was about to begin, the royal family shared a photo showing the most beautiful decorated table with chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, here. I wouldn't mind enjoy my evening surrounded by golden wall decorations, chandeliers, silver cutlery and a royal member next to me. I am allowed to dream, right?

The lack of pictures and with this as the only one from the state council dinner; I have a hard time commenting on what the Crown Princess was wearing during the evening. Still, we get a glimpse of her. At your right, sitting almost in the middle of the long table. This is just enough to tell what evening gown Mary wore. Her floor-length gown from Temperley London, a dress we have seen at one previous occasion before last night. It was at a dinner, also hosted at Queen Margrethe, taking place at Christiansborg castle for representatives from Danish art and culture, here. At the dinner in 2016, I clearly remember that many of you was thrilled when she showed up in this gown. So was I and I think it is absolutely amazing there is a chance we get to see her in again one day. Pretty sure her hair is in a updo. The Queen wore a wonderful bright red evening gown featuring what to me looks like a lace top.

Dress: Temperley London Black Textured Long Trellis Gown

Celebrating King Carl Gustaf's 70th birthday

Saturday, April 30th

Queen Margrethe, Crown Prince Frederik, Crown Princess Mary and Princess Benedikte attended the celebration of Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf's 70th birthday in Stockholm. 

* Svenskdam.se
* Dailymail.co.uk
* Gettyimages.com
* Billedbladet.dk 1 2 3 4
* Princessesblog76.blogspot.com
* Frederiketmary.centerblog.net 1 2 3 4

Crown Prince Frederik & Crown Princess Mary attending a ceremony at the castle square

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After all, it is quite a couple of days ago the celebration of King Carl Gustav of Sweden celebrated his 70th birthday. Time has not been on my side until now. I have followed the events closely and are now ready to share everything with you.
Royals from all over the world, were gathered in Sweden to celebrate the kind. From the Danish royal family attended Queen Margrethe, the Crown Prince couple and Princess Benedikte. All of them stayed at Dannebrog, which docked the previous day before the big celebration. From what I know, the Crown Prince couple didn't arrived along with the Queen and her sister. Nevertheless, the couple were in a great mood meeting the press on the red carpet. The couple stood first raw to congratulate the swedish king on his birthday, who arrived along with his beautiful wife Queen Silvia. They really seem to have a great time accompanied by, among others Princess Märtha Louise and Princess Benedikte. The swedish people's celebration was followed by a lunch for friends and family at the town hall in Stockholm. Maybe you even watched it all on TV? When I searched for pictures, I discovered a wonderful moment of the Crown Princess and Princess Estelle (daughter of Princess Victoria of Sweden and Prince Daniel), which was caught on camera. The Crown Princess asked for a picture of her and her goddaughter. Prince Daniel captured the moment. Pictures of her, Crown Princess Victoria, little Prince Oscar and Crown Prince Frederik were also captured on her phone. Couple of days ago, a picture of Prince Daniel, Crown Princess Mary and Jan-Ove Waldner appeared online, here. A day where many new memories were created and captured to remember in the future.

Already from the morning I think we have seen some incredible outfits. Lots of pastel colors. Mary really also impressed me with what she was wearing. Nothing says fashionable, as the right coat. Despite we have seen the exact same outfit at a previous event, when the king and queen of the Netherlands visited Denmark back in 2015, here, I love everything about her look. She rocked it all over again. The wonderful caramel coat is an Oscar de la Renta design and matched everything else perfectly. Surprisingly, Mary didn't wear anything pastel as most of the other invited royal ladies. We never know what to expect from her. A little pastel color would have matched the white Prada (collection: RTW SS15) dress very much. The dress features some great details - red stitching. Love to have seen the dress without the coat for just a minute. With accessory and all I get a 50s vibe, when looking at her outfit. Especially, because of the purple Jane Taylor hat featuring feathers and rhinestones. She embrace the style by wearing purple leather gloves, a Carlend Copenhagen clutch and Christian Louboutin pumps. She even wore a few diamond jewellery and a large brooch. Everything just looked absolutely great.

Dress: Prada White Dress 
Coat: Oscar de la Renta Cashmere Notch Lapel Belted Coat
Hat: Jane Taylor Shell Felt Pillbox With Feather & Sequin

Rings: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Love Bands
Clutch: Carlend Copenhagen Vanessa Croco

Shoes: Christian Louboutin Camel Decollete 868 Pumps

Crown Prince Frederik & Crown Princess Mary attending gala dinner at the royal palace
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Before attending the gala dinner at the royal palace in Stockholm the Danish royal family members spend some time on their on at Dannebrog. Probably getting ready for the dinner. At dinner time, the four royals went off board and was met by the most incredible sunny weather. The sun almost kissed their faces. Royalty from both Sweden, Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium etc. arrived one by one, as well as the royal guests from Denmark. They were all warmly welcomed by the host himself. I haven't been able to find any pictures from inside the palace, but that is probably not etiquette in Sweden. I don't know for sure. We only have pictures from the arrival and welcoming. From everything I have been able to find out, then the Danish royal couple really enjoyed themselves during the evening at the royal palace in Sweden. Bet a fine dinner was served as well as good wine.

Personally, I am always very excited to see what everybody are wearing for a dinner like this. Both Crown Princess Victoria and her sister Princess Madeleine are always beautifully dressed. Non of them are afraid of trying something new and often wears marvelous evening gowns. At the dinner the two royal sisters wore smashing gowns from Elise Saab. And Princess Märtha Louise's gown was stunning with the one should cap sleeve and rather long train. Queen Mathilda of Belgium also wore a magnificent purple gown. I could go on for hours about these dresses. The press announced Queen of the night and to me that can be no-one else than Mary in unexpected floral gown. She wore the most wonderful silk organza gown created by YDE Copenhagen (collection: SS15). The dress features a peplum and cap sleeves, not to mention the beautiful floral print. Anyone who told Mary that this years biggest trend is yellow? She matched this new floral dream with suede Gianvito Rossi pumps and her Yves Saint Laurent clutch. All in yellow. After staring at her dress for about an hour, I came to the conclusion that both hairpiece, earrings and ring are all new and created by one of the most talented jewellery designer we have in Denmark Charlotte Lynggaard from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen.

Gown: YDE Copenhagen Floral Blouse + Floral Blouse

Headpiece: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Leaves Headpiece

Earrings: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Lotus Earrings

Ring: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Winter Frost Ring

Clutch: Yves Saint Laurent Muse Clutch

Shoes: Gianvito Rossi Yellow Suede Pumps

Sunday, May1st

Crown Prince Frederik & Crown Princess Mary attending a ceremony at Kunliga Palace

The following day on May 1st, the Crown Prince couple left Stockholm in the morning to fly back to Denmark after a magnificent birthday celebration for King Carl Gustaf on behalf of his 70th birthday. The couple had spend the night at Dannebrog, as Queen Margrethe and Princess Benedikte did. Casual dressed and in a great mood, the two of them left the royal yacht. The Crown Princess was wearing her lovely white Temperley London turtleneck sweater and a pair of shades. Her husband impressed in a simple white shirt, a blazer and a blue scarf. 

Blouse: Temperley London Honeycomb Tunic

A cultural evening at Christiansborg

Tuesday, March 15th

Queen Margrethe hosted an evening dinner for representatives from Danish art and culture at Christiansborg castle. Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary, Prince Joachim and Princess Marie and Princess Benedikte also attended the dinner. 

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I knew that the Queen was about to host a dinner at Christiansborg, but somehow it came as a surprise that the Crown Prince couple would also attend -all though it makes great sense. Back in 2009 Queen Margrethe hosted a similar dinner, also with the royal couple as guests of honor. This time over 340 special guests were invited, all representatives working with art and cultural in Denmark. From designers to actors and singers. Around 6:30 pm the guests started arriving to Christiansborg. Women were all dressed in magnificent floor length dresses and classy suits for men. From the royal family Princess Benedikte arrived first, followed by Prince Joachim and Princess Marie, then the Crown Prince couple. And Queen Margrethe last. All guests were given a glass of champagne and later welcomed by the royal family with a handshake. The dinner took place in the beautiful Banquet Hall with the stunning black and white checkered floor and colorful tapetries on the walls. The dinner and entertainment were then enjoyed in private, behind closed doors. This evening has its history back to 1976. At that time it was called Arts et Lettres (Art and Letters). Since then, the dinner has been hosted by the couple in 1985, 1998 and then in 2009. If you have an interest who was on the guest list, you have it here and some pictures from preparing the dinner, here. You see film directors, singers, artists, fashion designers and a single football player on the guest list.

When I found out that the Crown Prince couple would also attend the dinner, I began imagine what dress Mary would be wearing. My feeling was a new gown and it seems like I was right. A spectacular evening gown with the most amazing details. It has a very modern and edgy look because of the rather slim silhouette. Makes her body look the absolutely best. The gown features a sheer top, cap-sleeves, a wide neckline and low back. Do you also see a small train? Loves how black "lave2 features the top beautifully. I watched their arrived live and the speaker suggested Mark Tan (a Danish designer) as its creator. I doubt it. So did Kate. She actually managed to identify Mary's new gown as Temperley London (collection: spring 2014). I still wonder how she managed to find it so quickly, but she did and for that I'm very grateful. By the way, Mary added a black belt with flowers to the dress. I also fell in love with her hairstyle. This voluminous beautiful twisted updo is simply incredible. Looks just great with the slim silhouette of the dress and rather few other accessories. A first I thought she was wearing her wedding tiara but something was completely wrong. Well, she was not wearing her wedding tiara. Instead it is the tiara (and necklace) worn at a gala show, when the Queen turned 75, here. Like everybody else, I would like to find out where the tiara comes from. Mary also wore the same earrings as at the Queen's birthday. She embraced the style with a black clutch, Gianvito Rossi pumps, a golden Georg Jensen bangle and diamond rings from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen. I also want you to notice the stunning red nail polish and matching lips colour.

Dress: Temperley London Black Textured Long Trellis Gown

Bracelet: Georg Jensen Torun Cuff in 18k Rose Gold

Rings: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Love Bands

Shoes: Gianvito Rossi Patent Leather Mid Heel Pumps