October 02, 2025
Ud & Se is one of the most read magazines in Denmark. It is a magazine you will find in public trains and on the train stations. Ud & Se is published by DSB.
Journalist Benjamin Dane from Ud & Se got the opportunity to follow the Queen for two days on a secret visit to Nigeria in June. For two days he witnessed a Queen at work. He observed her and her surroundings. Talked to people and watched how she interacted with everyone presented to her. Photographer Morten Germund captured some wonderful photos of the Queen for the article.
The last day in Nigeria, the journalist had about fifteen minitues to interview the Queen.
Are there times on a trip like this when you wish you could – just for a moment – be Mary and not Queen Mary?
“Not so much on these kinds of trips, the times don’t allow it. But other times, when there’s room in the program where I can withdraw and disappear for a bit, as best I can. With all the security here, it’s not easy. But sometimes I manage to get out and experience a bit of life on the streets, and I really appreciate that.”
Do you remember when you last did that?
“It has been a few years since. But I remember on trip I was on – I think it was in Ethiopia – where I had my camera with me. Back then, I often took my own camera with me on trips. We were out in the countryside and came across a group of children bathing in a river. I asked if we could make a quick stop. And we did. I got to take some photos and got in touch with the children. It was such a nice, spontaneous experience.”
Exactly eight years the Queen was also interviewed by Ud & Se.
Morten Germund's photos are truly mesmerizing! I love the casual setting (messy) setting and softness of the photos. Mary matched the set-up perfectly in her big and casual white button-down blouse and wide-legged JOSEPH trousers. As simple as it can get.
Mary styled her outfit with chic dark grey suede Gianvito Rossi pumps. The golden bracelets are both from talented Danish designer Rebekka Notkin. The diamond is is often worn with her engagement ring.
I really like how her outfit is so understated. Makes the interview just about her.
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Trousers ● JOSEPH
Bracelet ● Rebekka Notkin
Bracelet ● Rebekka Notkin
Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi