Inauguration of hiking route in Hannenov Forest


22 April 2024

Queen Mary participated the inauguration of the new siding route 'Virketvolden' in Hannenov Forest on Falster. She was accompanied by Naturstyelsen's Forest Manager Jane Skov Lind, who also welcomed the Queen and introduced to her the new 5 kilometer hiking route.

Just before the official inauguration, she was given a 'once in a lifetime opportunity' - to say hi to the five year old pygmy horned owl Silje. Its owner Jetter Jørgesen brought with her, her owl Silje to meet the Queen and the two of them were given a magnificent experience.


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Jacket ● Icebreaker (NEW)

Jacket ● Kathmandu (NEW)

Ring ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Shoes ● Salomon


Princess Isabella's 17th birthday!


21 April 2024

Our beloved Princess Isabella celebrate her 17th birthday today! Imagine how time went by and now she is already 17 years old. It has been a pleasure following the young Princess and I look forward to see how her fure turns out.

Congratulations to Princess Isabella on her birthday 🎂 



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Aalborg University's 50th anniversary


19 April 2024

Queen Mary attended the grand celebration of Aalborg University's 50th anniversary. The celebration took place at Musikkens Hus in Aalborg.

She was welcomed by Rector Per Michael Johansen, Deputy Rector Anne Marie Kanstrup, Chairman of the Board André Rogaczewki and flower girl Salma Sherzai - student at Aalborg University.



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Blouse ● Jesper Høvring x Great Greenland (NEW)

Earrings ● Custom-made by Cenius & Bach

Necklace ● Halberstadt

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Clutch ● Carlend Copenhagen

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Visit at 'Bostedet Aars' in Aars


19 April 2024

She was about the attend the 50th birthday celebration of Aalborg University. Last minute, Queen Mary said yes to be visiting 'Bostedet Aars' in Aars after a personal invitation from City Council at Bostedet Aars.

'Bostedet Aars' is a 40 minutes ride from Aalborg and house 41 patients. It is regional housing offer that is aimed at adults with severe mental disorders.



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Coat ● GOAT Fashion

Blouse ● Hugo Boss

Scarf ● Paul Smith

Earrings ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Ring ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry


Queen Margrethe celebrate her 84th birthday at Fredensborg


16 April 2024

The Queen was suppose to celebrate her 84th birthday a bit different than it turned out. Due to the devastating fire at the historical building 'Børsen' in Copenhagen, she celebrated her birthday at a private hosting at Fredensborg.

King Frederik, Queen Mary and Princess Benedikte accompanied Queen Margrethe, when showing at the stairs at Fredensborg where she was honored by Danes and the Royal Life Guard.

Photographer Keld Navntoft captured the Queen in a couple of new official photos presented on occasion of her birthday.



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Blouse ● The Fold London (NEW)

Earrings ● Diane von Furstenberg for H.Stern

Necklace ● Halberstadt

Brooch ● Georg Jensen (NEW)


Meeting with the Ukrainian First Lady


15 April 2024

On Monday, Queen Mary hosted a meeting with the Ukrainian First Lady Olena Volodymyrivna Zelenska at Frederik VIII's Palace at Amalienborg.

The First Lady is visiting Copenhagen on occasion of the event 'Ukraine Investment Forum' taking place at Industries Hus. She gave the opening speech.

Olena Volodymyrivna Zelenska was accompanied by Bo Tengberg - the husband of the Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.



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Blazer ● Andiata

Trousers ● Andiata

Earrings ● Sophie Bille Brahe

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Meeting with the Psychiatry Foundation and the Novo Nordisk Foundation


12 April 2024

Queen Mary met with representatives from the Psychiatry Foundation and the Novo Nordisk Foundation to discuss their collaboration to help for children and young people with mental illnesses requiring treatment.

Survey shows that mental wellbeing is a major challenge among children and young people. 15% end up with a mental disorder before they are 18 years old according to Sundhedsstyrelsen. It is time for some changes.

The Queen is patron of the Psychiatry Foundation.



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Trousers ● Celine

Glasses ● Gucci

Belt ● Celine


The 'Specialists' 20th anniversary


09 April 2024

Queen Mary attended the 20th anniversary celebration of the 'Specialists'. The anniversary took place at the Museum of National History in Copenhagen.

The Specialists work to embrace the workforce and qualities of people with autism in businesses in Denmark.


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Jacket ● The Fold London (NEW)

Trousers ● The Fold London (NEW)

Earrings ● Orit Elhanati

Necklace ● Halberstadt

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Ring ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Shoes ● Jimmy Choo


Inauguration of 'Jægersborg Fence'


07 April 2024

Queen Mary attended the inauguration of the south part of 'Jægersborg Fence' in Nærum. This part of the forest is untouched and grow wild.

At the inauguration, the Queen gave a little speech and by that revealed a new logo of King Frederik X "guarding" the gate to the southern part of Jægersborg. She also released a couple of deers as a symbol of the inauguration.


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Knit ● Polo Ralph Lauren

Trousers ● Härkila

Vest ● Seeland

Brooch ● Ragnar R. Jørgensen (NEW)

Ring ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Shoes ● Penelope Chilvers


75th anniversary of the Danish Home Guard


03 April 2024

Queen Mary attended the 75th anniversary of Danish Home Guard. She gave a speech on the occasion and handed over a very special medal. It was given to Kurt Dose - the last member of the original Home Guard.

The ceremony and parade took place at the Freedom Museum in Copenhagen.


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Coat ● Fonnesbech

Hat ● Bonpoint

Ring ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Shoes ● Valentino


Premiere of 'Händels oratorium Saul'


22 March 2024

King Frederik and Queen Mary attended the grand premiere of 'Händels moratorium Saul' at the Royal Theatre in Copenhagen. The royal couple had the opportunity to talk to the Director Kasper Holten and the team behind the play.

'Saul' is an Old Testament story of the Israelites' first king, who, with envy and fear of losing power, destroyed the young David, who has won the people's favor after shut down the giant Goliath.



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Blouse ● By Malene Birger


Opening of 'Frederik X: King of Tomorrow' at Amalienborg Museum


21 March 2024

King Frederik and Queen Mary attended the grand opening of the exhibition 'Frederik X: King of Tomorrow' at the Amalienborg Museum at Christians VIII's Palace, Amalienborg. The exhibition is a dedication to the King on occasion of the proclamation.

Princess Benedikte was also present at the opening.

The exhibition can be visited in Copenhagen from March 22nd to September 08th 2024. Later on, it is to be seen in Kolding at Koldinghus.


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Jacket ● Prada

Blouse ● Hugo Boss

Skirt ● Mark Kenly Domino Tan

Earrings ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Halberstadt

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Ring ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Clutch ● Chloé (NEW)

Shoes ● Aquazzura


'Together without Violence - Pregnant'

Visit at Amager and Hvidovre Hospital


21 March 2024

Queen Mary visited Hvidovre Hospital to meet with midwives and parent couples who have each their experiences with 'Together without Violence - Pregnant'. Amager and Hvidovre Hospital has since 2019 been part of the project 'Together without Violence - Pregnant', which is one of the Mary Foundation's brand cases.

The project it a collaboration between Amager and Hvidovre Hospital, the Mary Foundation, Dialogue without Violence and Østifterne.



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Coat ● Arma

Glasses ● Gucci

Ring ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Queen Mary's Center


20 March 2024

Crown Princess Mary Center was officially named and opened in February 2022 on occasion of her 50th birthday. When her title changed in February with the proclamation, the center has now changed its name to 'Queen Mary's Center'.

The Queen was present at the name changing ceremony at University of Copenhagen. She was also given a status on current results and experiences reached by the center after the first two years. The center's visions for the future were also discussed at the meeting.



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Coat ● Massimo Dutti

Blouse ● The Fold London

Trousers ● Celine

Glasses ● Gucci

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Bag ● Mulberry


State Council dinner 2024


18 March 2024

King Frederik and Queen Mary hosted their very first State Council dinner as King and Queen of Denmark on March 18th. The prestiges dinner took place at Frederik VIII's Palace at Amalienborg in Copenhagen.

The couple were photographed with the State Council by photographer Steen Brogaard at Fane Hall at Frederik VIII's Palace before the dinner.



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Skirt ● By Malene Birger

Earrings ● Queen Ingrid's Ruby Parure

Brooch ● Queen Ingrid's Ruby Parure

Bracelet ● Queen Ingrid' Ruby Parure

Necklace ● Halberstadt

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Ring ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry


Meeting with UNEP


18 March 2024

On Monday, Queen Mary hosted a meeting with Inger Andersen. She is the Director General of the United Nations Environmental Program. Also known as UNEP.

At the meeting, the Queen was given a status about this year's UN Environment Assembly, UNEA. Every two years UNEA brings together the world's environmental ministers in Nairobi in Kenya. The assembly took place in February.

Director General Inger Andersen also informed the Queen about UNEP's work in general. How they promote biodiversity and nature protection globally.



We only have a few photos from their meeting at Frederik VIII's Palace at Amalienborg, but just enough to tell what Mary was wearing.

She stunned in a reused black knitted blouse from CO and the most incredible tweed skirt from Alexander McQueen. I always loved tweed. Must be one of my favorite fabrics. Mary has worn the skirt quite a few times. My favorite outfit is from 2022 when she attended the opening of the exhibition "The Queen's Jewellery Box".

We also get a glimpse of her white pearl earrings. They are old ones custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry. Look closer and you'll see a magnificent golden bangle from Dulong Fine Jewelry as well.

Love that she is wearing her golden Cartier watch again. We haven't seen that in quite some time now. Missed it. What is your view of her outfit?


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Blouse ● CO, here

Skirt ● Alexander McQueen, here

Earrings ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Bracelet ● Dulong Fine Jewelry, here

Watch ● Cartierhere


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golden bangle


Medal of Honor dinner for the Armed Forces, the Air Force and the National Emergency Management Agency


11 March 2024

Monday evening, King Frederik and Queen Mary hosted the very special Medal of Honor dinner with attendance from the Armed Forces, the Air Force and the National Emergency Management Agency. 

The prestiges dinner took place at Frederik VIII's Palace at Amalienborg. Queen Margrethe was also present at the dinner.

This is not their first Medal of Honor dinner, but it is indeed the first as hosts as King and Queen of Denmark.

The Medal of Honor dinner for the Armed Forced, the Air Force and the National Emergency Management Agency was founded by King Frederik IX in 1953. March 11 was his birthday. Originally, King Christian VII founded the first Medal of Honor dinner for the Navy in 1801.



Mary was first wearing the bespoke dress and jacket in 2019. It is the female of the Danish Defense's gala uniform. She wore it beautifully! Just like in 2021 and 2023. Love that women have got their very own uniform.

Her stunning hairstyle caught my eye. I adore it when she is wearing updo's like these. So elegant and romatic. Wish we had a better photo to see the details more clearly.

Mary accessorized the outfit with huge outstanding diamond earrings once purchased at an Bruun Rasmussen auction. She first wore them a couple of years ago. Since then, she has loved wearing them for a number of different occasions.

Her necklaces are from Halberstadt and Julie Sandlau. A closer look revealed diamond rings from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen surrounding a rather large diamond ring - which I have never been able to identify.

My guess is that she styled her look with black pumps.


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Dress & jacket ● Bespoke for females of the Danish Defense

Earrings ● Purchased at Bruun Rasmussen, here

Necklace ● Halberstadthere

Necklace ● Julie Sandlauhere

Ring ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen, here

Ring ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen, here


unidentified

golden bangle, diamond ring


Meeting with UNFPA, 

the Maternity Foundation & the Ministry of Foreign Affairs


11 March 2024

For almost two decades, the Queen has worked with an agenda to to improve health, rights and wellbeing for girls and women both in Denmark and abroad.

The last 15 years, Queen Mary has shown her support to the Danish efforts to reduce maternal mortality and hereby also followed global developments alongside.

Today, she hosted a meeting with UNFPA, the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Maternity Foundation. She was given an inside about maternal mortality. Among other things, they discussed how partnerships, innovations and digital solutions can contribute to women having access to a safe pregnancy and birth.

The meeting took place at Amalienborg.



Mary looked absolutely stunning in her reused emerald green ZARA suit! I love when she is wearing suits. Especially, colorful suits like this one. She has already worn it on several occasions. Please, let her outfit inspire you to wear more colors. We need colors in out daily life. She paired the suit with a simple (unidentified) black blouse.

Looks closer and you will see Mary matched her clothes with custom-made green earrings from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen. The earrings can also be worn with a pendant. Love how she matched the colors. The fine golden necklaces are from talented Halberstadt and Julie Sandlau. Last but not least, her golden ring. It is crafted by Dulong Fine Jewelry.

We rarely get a photo showing her shoes, when she host private meetings. This time we have photos! Mary wore her outstanding studded green leather pumps from Valentino.


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Blazer ● ZARA, here

Trousers ● ZARA, here

Earrings ● Custom-made by Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Necklace ● Julie Sandlauhere

Necklace ● Halberstadthere

Ring ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry, here (similar)

Shoes ● Valentino, here


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blouse, golden bangle


Visiting Roskilde Cathedral


05 March 2024

The King and Queen made a private visit to Roskilde Cathedral Tuesday afternoon. The couple were accompanied by Thomas Thulstrup. He is the Director of Kongernes Samling - a museum to tell the story of Denmark's history from the view of Kings. Kongernes Samling counts Rosenborg Castle, Koldinghus and Amalienborg Museum.


"Our history and culture are an important part of who we are. We can read about it, but it is still something very special to walk around it, as we did yesterday afternoon in the cathedral."



Unfortunately, I have not much to say about Mary's outfit when they visited the Cathedral in Roskilde. I would like to but I do not recognize much of what she was wearing.

Likely, she has worn both the long black coat and matching pants before. The photo is just to blurry for me to say for sure. I love that she wore an emerald green top!

I am only able to identify her glasses. They are from Gucci. Much beloved.


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Glasses ● Gucci, here


unidentified

top, coat, pants, shoes


Rare Diseases Day 2024


29 February 2024

Queen Mary is patron of Rare Diseases whom created the Rare Diseases Day. In 2009, she presented the very first Rare Diseases Award. It has been followed by another presentation in 2016.

The Rare Diseases Award is given to people, institutions or organizations who have made an extraordinary effort for people affected by a rare disease.

This year, Queen Mary handed over the award to young educator at Rigshospitalet Jakob Højer Larsen and Chairman of the Angelman Association Jane Villemoes. Congratulations to both of them.

Later on, she was given to opportunity to meet with representatives from Rare Diseases member associations and paint her own stripe on a zebra to mark the importance of diversity.



Why does she keep inspiring me? Because of her choice of color schemes. Mary has always been really good at this. Matching colors. Also the colors you wouldn't normally choose to wear together. I love that!

No surprise that her favorite color is purple. It suits her beautifully. But wearing it with grey it simply outstanding. Do you like this color combo? She has worn both shirt and skirt before but I have never been able to identify nor the shirt or skirt. Any ideas? The grey wool shawl looks new to me.

Mary embraced a stunning outfit with diamond earrings from Sophie Bille Brahe. Not a personal favorite but Mary love wearing them. She does that with such style. Both ring and bracelet are creations by Dulong Fine Jewelry. Custom-made with black South Sea pearls.

Take a closer look at her golden brooch. Did you know that it was given to Mary back in 2008 and is designed by Marie von Lotzbeck for Rare Diseases? Today, it is crafted by Camilla Urban. Wish we would wear brooches more often.

Mary first wore the light grey suede boots in 2021 when attending the International Day of the Girl Child. Gianvito Rossi was always in my search range but only now that model has been found.



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Earrings ● Sophie Bille Brahe, here

Ring ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Bracelet ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Brooch ● Designed by Marie von Lotzbeck. Crafted by Camilla Urban, here

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi, here


unidentified

shirt, skirt, shawl


Presentation of the EliteForsk Awards 2024


26 February 2024

Queen Mary attended the presentation of of the Ministry of Education and Research's EliteForsk Awards 2024. She was accompanied by the Minister of Education and Research Christina Egelund, whom welcomed her, when she arrived at The Black Diamond in Copenhagen where the ceremony took place here.

From stage, Queen Mary presented the five award winners. Each of them were given 1.2 million Danish Kroner. 1 million for their research and 200,000 Danish Kroner af a personal reward for their work.

The winners are Professor Amelia-Elena Rotaru, Professor Irene Tamborra, Professor Mads Albertsen, Professor Peter Dalsgaard, Professor Thomas Gammeltoft-Hansen. Congratulations to all of them!

She also handed over 18 scholarships to ph.d. students.


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I think we have all been waiting with quite a lot of excitement to see Mary again after the proclamation. I have. Especially, to see a whole bunch of new outfits. Think she looked super cool in her brand new navy blue suit from The Fold London, when attending the presentation of this years EliteForsk Awards. Very polished and chic. Nevertheless, I might have had higher hopes.

What are your first thoughts?

She styled her new suit with grand old goodies. Like the white pearl earrings from Christian Dior. They go way back in time. She started wearing them in 2005 (here, here, here). Dulong Fine Jewelry custom-made her stunning white South Sea pearl ring. She has one similar in style but with a black pearl.

Mary also wore three necklaces. One from Halberstadt. One from Julie Sandlau and a brand new one. I really want to identify her new white pearl necklace, but I have not been able to so far. Let your eyes catch her golden bracelet. It features a diamond-studded 'M'.

As other accessories, Mary had chosen a beloved leather clutch from Quidam and stunning pointed python pumps from Gianvito Rossi. I am not a huge fan of animal print/leather, but Gianvito Rossi's pumps are incredible.


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Blazer ● The Fold London, here (NEW!)

Pants ● The Fold London, here (NEW!)

Earrings ● Christian Dior

Ring ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Halberstadthere

Necklace ● Julie Sandlauhere

Clutch ● Quidam, here

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi, here


unidentified

pearl necklace, golden bangle


52 fun fashion facts


1. When first "discovered" by the press, she started wearing brands like Prada, YSL, By Malene Birger, DAY Birger et Mikkelsen and Temperley London.

2. Her wedding gown was designed by Uffe Frank and tailored by Birgit Hallstein

3. She was gifted with custom-made earrings by Dulong Fine Jewelry on her wedding day

4. Søren Le Schmidt designed her proclamation dress

5. Her wardrobe store clothes from around 280 different brands

6. She owns (at least) 61 pair of shoes from Gianvito Rossi

7. Cenius & Bach once created a pair of earrings that have her monogram and a hidden blue stone to represent her royalty

8. John Rørvig created her engagement ring

9. Flemming Hertz created her wedding ring

10. She loved wearing Jimmy Choo shoes in 2011 and 2012

11. Malene Birger is the master behind her unique floral hairpiece worn for every one of her children's christenings

12. She is decorated with (among others) the Home Guards Medal of Merit

13. When she was interview for IN in 2019, she wore a ROTATE Birger Christensen dress

14. One of the first pair of designer shoes she was seen wearing in public were Yves Saint Laurent

15 When Princess Isabella was christened, Queen Mary wore shoes by Rasoulinia

16. At the presentation of EliteForsk in 2009, she was wearing sky-high grey pumps from Christian Louboutin. When getting ready to hand over the award, she walked from her front raw seat and got a bit embarrassed because of the clicking-noise her shoes made

17. In 2009 when visiting Vietnam, she visited the jewellery store Don Kohi. She purchased a ring which she later wore in 2010

18. In 2006, Sylvia Dimasi created an Opal and Diamond piece which can be worn as ring, brooch and pendant

19. Her first pair of glasses are from FLEYE

20. Queen Margrethe custom-made a small bag for her featuring her monogram in embroidery

21. She found her famous Henk Berg clutch at the Salamanca Market in Hobart in 2006

22. She has at least 9 different "Vanessa" clutches from Carlend Copenhagen

23. In 2023, the couple attended the coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla. Jane Taylor created Queen Mary's hat to match her dress.

24. She was gifted a small diamond brooch from Prince Henrik for their wedding. It ones belonged to his mother

25. Seven of her designers bags are from Chanel

26. Duchess Catherine and Queen Mary has worn the same Jenny Peckham dress

27. Favorite swimwear brands: Copenhagen Cartel, Speedo, Melissa Odabash and Isola

28. Her stylist is Anja Camilla Alajdi

29. King Frederik has gifted his wife with several pieces of jewellery featuring the children's faces and monograms

30. Her collection of scarves include brands like: Paul Smith, Crumpet Cashmere, Stella McCartney and ZARA

31. Dulong Fine Jewelry custom-made a ruby ring to match Queen Ingrid's Ruby Parure

32. They created three hairpins when the Ruby tiara was altered to fit her head and face better

33. Queen Mary has the exclusive right to wear "The Midnight Tiara" by Charlotte Lynggaard

34. David Andersen made her a white dress of sustainable materials

35. She has all the iconic models of Ray Ban sunglasses - "Wayfarer", "Erika", "Jackie", "Emma", "Aviator"

36. Her wedding shoes were created by Joseph Azagury

37. Her favorite running shoes are from NIKE and Asics

38. She owns a brown fur coat from Brdr. Alex Petersen - which she has never worn in public

39. Cavalleria Toscana is one of her most beloved brands when it comes to riding clothes 

40. Over the years, she has made quite a collection of Kknekki hair-ties

41. She wore Queen Ingrid's veil at the wedding in 2004

42. She owns a black Hermes "Birkin Bag" made of crocodile

43. Princess Isabella has been seen wearing a number of her mothers clothes the last few years. Among others, her reversible navy blue/checkered Massimo Dutti coat

44. Birgit Hallstein is the woman behind her burgundy velvet gown worn for the prestiges New Year's Eve Banquet

45. Some (lesser known) Danish brands in her wardrobe: Søstjernen, Stories by Rikke Mai, Selected FEMME, Rützou, Munthe - plus Simonsen and CCDK Copenhagen

46. At the presentation of the Crown Prince Couple's Prizes in 2018, she actually wore a wedding dress from Maria Fekih

47. She has several pairs of leather gloves from Randers Handsker

48. Her wardrobe counts suits from: Emporio Armani, By Malene Birger, Massimo Dutti and Paul Smith

49. For the interview in Sydney Morning Harald in 2013, she wore a stunning black dress from Ceil Chapman

50. Six of her blazers are from Alexander McQueen

51. She owns two pairs of "Hangisi Satin Courts" from Manolo Blahnik

52. When wearing facial masks, she was seen wearing Kartó


Congratulations to Queen Mary on her 52nd birthday!


On occasion of Queen Mary's birthday, the court released a new photo of the Queen and her father John Donaldson. It was taken last December when the family visited her Australian family. Prince Vincent is the photographer.


Handball match in Germany

● Denmark vs France ●


28 January 2024

... and then Queen Mary showed up at Lanxess Arena in Cologne, Germany for the final match between Denmark and France in men's Handball European Championship.

It is not the first time she and the family have attended important sports events. Like, when they watched the finale match between Denmark and Norway in 2019 (here) and the UEFA Euro 2020 in London (here).

Unfortunately, Denmark didn't win other than silver, but Queen Mary had the honor of handed over the silver medals.

Congratulations to both teams! 🎉



What other way to support the Danish team than wearing red and white like the Danish flag? That is exactly what Mary did. She had chosen a beloved red blazer from Alexander McQueen. Red is truly one of my personal favorite colors. It takes much for me to love the shade. This blazer has the perfect red shade. Not too light. Not too dark.

Her fine white The Fold London top was a wonderful and beautiful match with the blazer and black wide-legged pants. Black pants are often difficult to identify if they don't have specific details to look for.

Mary wore incredible jewellery. These custom-made Dulong Fine Jewelry earrings goes way back in time. They have to be her most worn and beloved earrings. The elegant white pearl ring is also a creation by Dulong Fine Jewelry.

If you look closer, you will see that Mary also wore a golden bangle. It features a diamond studded 'M'. I still need to identify here it is from. Halberstadt is the master behind her necklace.

Her glasses are from Gucci.


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Blazer ● Alexander McQueen, here

Top ● The Fold London, here

Glasses ● Gucci, here

Earrings ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Halberstadthere

Ring ● Custom-made by Dulong Fine Jewelry


unidentified

pants, belt, bracelet, shoes


Celebration service in Aarhus


21 January 2024

It was simply wonderful to see the entire family gathered in Aarhus, when attending a celebration service in Aarhus Cathedral on Sunday (here). This was King Frederik and Queen Mary's second appliance as King and Queen since the proclamation on January 14th.

Queen Margrethe and Princess Benedikte also attended the celebration service along with representatives from the official Denmark and from Aarhus city.

The church service was led by royal Confessor and Bishop of Aarhus Diocese, Henrik Wigh-Poulsen.


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Finally, something purple! I had high hopes that she would had been wearing either blue or purple for the proclamation. I didn't get that. But now I did. Mary looked absolutely stunning and elegant when attending the celebration service in Aarhus. The reused bespoke Søren Le Schmidt dress is incredible. The details are outstanding. She first wore it at the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla of Great Britain in 2023 (here).

Mary embraced the style with a purple felt hat from Jane Taylor. Also worn before (here, here). Somehow, I'd wished that she would have chosen another color than navy blue for the purple outfit. Still, I am intrigued by the match. Shawl, gloves, Quidam clutch and Jimmy Choo pointed pumps.

Her beautiful diamond earrings were once purchased at a Bruun Rasmussen auction. Maybe you recognize that fine brooch. It was a wedding gift from Prince Henrik. It belonged to his late mother.

Halberstadt and Julie Sandlau created her amazing necklaces. The symbolism is spot on for this event.


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Dress ● Bespoke by Søren Le Schmidt, here

Hat ● Jane Taylor, here

Earrings ● Purchased at a Bruun Rasmussen Auction, here

Brooch ● Inherited from Prince Henrik

Necklace ● Halberstadthere

Necklace ● Julie Sandlauhere

Clutch ● Quidam, here

Shoes ● Jimmy Choo, here


unidentified

shawl, gloves