The King's 57th birthday!


May 26, 2025

King Frederik celebrated his 57th birthday with his family at Frederik VIII's Palace at Amalienborg. He, his wife, four children and mother showed at the balcony around noon. King Frederik was congratulated by hundreds of Danes from Amalienborg square.



I am aware that Princess Isabella and her younger sister Princess Josephine have become quite an interest to many of you. So I decided to share my knowledge about their outfits as well. Princess Isabella looked amazing in a bright orange suit from Harris Wharf London and her mother's Prada blouse. She embraced the outfit with Aquamarine earrings, a golden Dulong Fine Jewelry necklace and brown suede Gianvito Rossi pumps.

Princess Josephine wore the most wonderful printed blouse from Zimmermann and simple white trousers. Very similar to the outfit her mother wore at the presentation of the National Teaching Award in 2023. The princess accessorized her look with golden jewellery from, among others, Dulong Fine Jewelry and cool black sling-back flats.

Mary had chosen a stunning navy blue dress created by Danish designer Søren Le Schmidt. He is indeed a talented tailor. The details are magnificent! Not quite sure I like the added Prada belt but I like the idea of something that emphasis her waist. Her dazzling diamond earrings are once purchased at an Bruun Rasmussen auction. The brooch is a masterpiece by Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen. We also get a glimpse of python pumps from Gianvito Rossi.


Shop the look: Queen Mary

Dress ● Søren Le Schmidt

Belt ● Prada

Earrings ● Bruun Rasmussen

Brooch ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Shop the look: Princess Isabella

Blazer ● Harris Wharf London

Trousers ● Harris Wharf London

Blouse ● Prada (Mary's)

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry (Mary's)

Necklace ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Pendant ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Shop the look: Princess Josephine

Blouse ● Zimmermann

Ring ● Dulong Fine Jewelry (Mary's)

Ring ● Dulong Fine Jewelry (Mary's)


Danish Championships in dressage


May 24, 2025

Queen Mary was accompanied by a good old friend, Helle Trolle, when attending the Danish dressage championship at Randbøl Dressage Academy.

The event in Randbøl is also part of Princess Benedikte's calendar. She is present on May 24-25th.



Mary looked super cool at the event in Randbøl! A first I thought she was wearing a reused denim shirt and jeans but it turns out that she was in fact wearing a brand new jumpsuit. Do we like that? - I do. Think it is a smashing thing to wear at such an event. Perfectly matched with an old black Arma coat and suede boots.

She embraced the denim look with a fantastic new suede khaki bag from Jérôme Dreyfuss and a fine blue scarf. I think the scarf is new too. The detailing is great! Her glasses are rather new ones from Gucci.

A closer look reveal her wearing golden Dulong Fine Jewelry earrings, as well as a couple of rings. I am still very interested in knowing more about the silver ring on her left hand.


Shop the look

Coat ● Arma

Glasses ● Gucci

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Bag ● Jérôme Greyfuss (new)


Gala dinner for BusinessEurope, Council of Presidents


May 22, 2025

King Frederik and Queen Mary attended as guests of honor at a gala dinner on occasion of BusinessEurope, Council of Presidents. The dinner was hosted by Danish Industry.

Lars Sandahl Sørensen, CEO of Danish Industry welcomed the royal couple when arriving at Danish Industry's main building in Copenhagen.



Mary looked absolutely stunning at the dinner! She matched a reused pink printed Erdem pencil skirt with a fine and elegant black blouse from Jesper Høvring. The Erdem skirt was first seen when the couple attended private birthday party at Gavnø Castle in 2024. Back then Mary matched it with a blouse in the same color and floral print. Which outfit do you prefer?

Mary accessorized her evening look with smashing Annikat earrings perfectly matching the pink skirt! The rather heavy golden necklace is a vintage piece from Christian Dior. Worn in January 2025 and in May 2024. I am very much interested to learn more about her golden ring. I believe we have seen it before.

I really like her choice of clutch and shoes. The Sergio Rossi and pointed Gianvito Rossi pumps makes the outfit even more wonderful.


Shop the look

Blouse ● Jesper Høvring

Skirt ● Erdem

Earrings ● Annikat

Necklace ● Christian Dior

Clutch ● Sergio Rossi

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Reception for BusinessEurope


May 22, 2025

These days European business are gathered for a summit hosted by the city of Copenhagen. The summit is a prelude to the Danish EU Presidency. It has its focus on present and geopolitical topics. The summit is an arrangement between Danish Industry, Dansk Arbejdsgiverforening and BusinessEurope.

King Frederik and Queen Mary entered the summit by hosting a reception at Frederik VIII's Palace at Amalienborg. The royal couple welcomed each and every one of the invited guests - also the Chairman of BusinessEurope Fredrik Persson.



Just a couple of days ago I mentioned how much it seems like Mary has fallen in love with wearing suits lately. She proves that one more time. When hosting the reception for BusinessEurope on Thursday evening along with her husband, she wore yet another suit. 

I craved something colorful for a long time. This is exactly what I wished for: a smashing bright blue suit. It looks like a brand new one. Made of linen? I can't recall having seen it before. Am I wrong? The single photo published does not show how she styled it other than leopard pumps from Gianvito Rossi.


Shop the look

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Mail to the Mary Foundation


May 21, 2025

For many years the Mary Foundation has collaborated with the Ole Kirk's Foundation and LOKK to make a difference for children who followed their parent to a shelter. Every year around 2,000 children are to be found at shelter's in Denmark.

These children are given backpacks as a small contributes to a new life. The backpacks contain toys, books, clothes and a postcard. This postcard offers room for a writing or a drawing to share with the Queen and the Mary Foundation.

The Queen shared a few words about how grateful she is to receive this many postcards from children all over Denmark who found happiness and joy in their backpacks.



What is better than a good old black blazer and a little knitwear? I can't really decide if her outfit is a reuse or if she is wearing new pieces. Mary has quite a lot black blazer and similar knitted sweaters like this. Do you recognize it? I guess she was be wearing black trousers to match the rest of the outfit.

She styled it with chic Gucci glasses and a couple of necklaces. They are loved ones from Julie Sandlau featuring her children's initials (C I V J) and a green beads necklace from Nadia Shelbaya. We also get a glimpse of her rather new solid silver (or steal?) ring. Have you read anything about this ring?


Shop the look

Glasses ● Gucci

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Necklace ● Nadia Shelbaya


Presentation of The Queen Mary Scholarship


May 16, 2025

Queen Mar arrived at University of Copenhagen as guest of honor. She was to present the recipients of The Queen Mary Scholarship.

The scholarship is awarded to Australian exchange students studying in Denmark. It is a recognition of their academic excellence, their commitment to the study environment and their role in strengthening the connection between Australia and Denmark.

Student of archaeology Emilija Celar and student of law Edward Noel Ford received this year's Queen Mary Scholarship. Congratulations to both of them.



Mary seems to love a good old suit. She has worn them quite a lot lately. Maybe I had hoped for something else for the presentation at University of Copenhagen. Think she looks a bit pale. I miss a little color. A clutch, a pair of earrings are a colorful blouse.

Her fine suit is a reuse from Massimo Dutti. She first wore it in 2017 when visiting Japan. On May 16th Mary had chosen to wear a brand new Harris Wharf London blouse. A least it is the first time she wears it. Her youngest daughter Princess Josephine wore the exact same one when celebrating Princess Isabella's birthday in April.

The fine golden earrings and the stunning Rose Quartz necklace are both creations from Dulong Fine Jewelry. We haven't seen the necklace for quite a few years. We get a glimpse of her Nadia Shelbaya necklace. The beautiful sling-back pumps are from Valentino.


Shop the look

Blazer ● Massimo Dutti

Blouse ● Harris Wharf London (new)

Trousers ● Massimo Dutti

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Nadia Shelbaya

Shoes ● Valentino


Meeting with the Mary Foundation's Presidium


May 14, 2025

Queen Mary hosted the annual meeting for the Mary Foundation's Presidium. 

Representatives from Tuborgfondet, Egmont Foundation Secretariat, the Ole Kirk's Fundation, the Wiliam Demant Foundation, TrygFonden, The Obelske Family Foundation, the Hempel Foundation, Østifterne and the Lauritzen Foundation were all invited to the board meeting.

The Presidium were gathered at Frederik VIII's Palace at Amalienborg.



Mary first wore this fine blue Victoria Beckham blouse in 2018. Since then we have seen her wear it with black skirts, a floral skirt, a lace one and a creamy white skirt. At the board meeting she had chosen a pair of wide-legged Proenza Shoulder trousers matched with a chic Balenciaga belt. I always liked the blouse but the white trousers got me. It looks beautiful.

She embraced the snake-skin-style with amazing reused pointed pumps from Gianvito Rossi. The cool tortoise-like glasses are rather new ones from Gucci. I have a difficult time identifying her jewellery. I recognize the golden Julie Sandlau necklace featuring her children's initials. The earrings and bracelet could be from Dulong Fine Jewelry.


Shop the look

Blouse ● Victoria Beckham

Trousers ● Proenza Shoulder

Belt ● Balenciaga

Glasses ● Gucci

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Happy 21st anniversary!


Happy Mother's Day!


Visit at the Kidney Association's Dialysis Clinic


May 09, 2025

Queen Mary visited the Kidney Association's Dialysis Clinic in Svaneke on Bornholm. She was warmly welcomed at the clinic by CEO of the Kidney Association Michael Buksti, nurse and clinical manager of the clinic for guest dialysis Lenette Ipsen and chairwoman of the Kidney Association's Bornholm branch Karin Pihl Andersen.

The Queen was given a guided tour around the clinic. She watched how a dialysis work and had opportunity to talk to some of the patients. She was also given an inside in what it takes to live a life with weekly dialysis treatment and everything that follows.



Mary was beautifully dressed in a casual outfit when visiting dialysis clinic in Svaneke, Bornholm. She styled a reused denim shirt from POLO Ralph Lauren with simple black trousers and a fine brown leather belt from Celine. Nothing special about the look but she made it work with such perfection. In a way only she can.

Looks like Mary was wearing suede boots. The lack of photos makes it hard for me to tell if she has worn them before or is they are new. I guess we have seen them before. Maybe her beloved Prada buckle boots?

Pretty sure I have seen a photo that show her wearing golden Dulong Fine Jewelry earrings matching the elegant Nadia Shelbaya necklace. 


Shop the look

Blouse ● POLO Ralph Lauren

Belt ● Celine

Necklace ● Nadia Shelbaya


Dinner for the United Nations Chief Executives Board


May 07, 2025

Earlier today King Frederik and Queen Mary arrived in Helsingør on board Dannebrog. In the evening the royal couple hosted at prestiges dinner at Kronborg Castle in Helsingør on occasion of Denmark hosting the United Nations Chief Executives Board.

Members of the United Nations Chief Executives Board, representatives from Greenland and the Faroe Islands, the Presidium of Folketinget and the United Nations General Secretary António Guterres were amongst the invited guests.



I love that Mary wore the same dress as when they docked Helsingør earlier today. She rarely wears the same clothes for two different occasions that same day. As hostess of the dinner at Kronborg Castle Mary had chosen to leave the Scanlan & Theodore jacket on board Dannebrog. Clever choice.

She matched the stunning blue printed Erdem dress with a smashing leather clutch from Christian Dior and dusty blue suede Gianvito Rossi pumps. The clutch has only been worn a few times but the pumps have both traveled Italy, Latvia, Japan and Sweden.

Her magnificent blue Aquamarine earrings goes back to 2004 and are a purchased from Bruun Rasmussen. The beautiful Aquamarine ring is a fine match with the earrings!


Shop the look

Dress ● Erdem

Earrings ● Purchased at Bruun Rasmussen

Clutch ● Christian Dior

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


On board Danneborg


May 07, 2025

King Frederik and Queen Mary have now boarded the Royal Yacht from Nordre Toldbod in Copenhagen. The annual summer tour has officially begun.

The royal couple sailed from Nordre Toldbold to Helsingør on board Dannebrog. They were warmly welcomed at Kronborg Castle. The yacht will act os their residence during the summer.

This year King Frederik and Queen Mary will be visiting Frederikshavn, Thisted, Læsø and Samsø as part of their summer tour. Each year they visit different Danish cities just like Queen Margrethe and Prince Henrik did before them.



Mary looked absolutely stunning in her reused Erdem dress! The soft blue color and the print are simply beautiful. I love the detailing with the collar, pleated skirt and puffy sleves. She matched the amazing midi-dress with an old Scanlan & Theodore jacket. I am not quite sure I would have chosen the same jacket with this dress but I like the idea.

She also embraced the style with an outstanding creation from milliner Katrin Cecilia Jacobsen. The shape of her hat is what I like most about it. Super classy and chic. Timeless and elegant. Mary added fine diamond earrings from Sophie Bille Brahe and a smashing diamond ring. I am still to identify it.

The same goes with her clutch. It is a reuse but I have never been able to find out about the designer. Maybe one day. A wonderful match with the beige python pumps from Gianvito Rossi.


Shop the look

Dress ● Erdem

Jacket ● Scanlan & Theodore

Hat ● Katrin Cecilia Jacobsen

Earrings ● Sophie Bille Brahe

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Concert with the Royal Danish Academy of Music


06 May 2025

Queen Mary took over as patron of the Royal Danish Academy of Music after her mother-in-law after the proclamation last year. This was her first meeting with the music conservatory.

She was guest of honor when attending the concert orchestrated by the Royal Danish Academy of Music, led by students from the conducting school.

The Queen was first given a guided tour around the beautiful building created by architect Vilhelm Lauritzen.



I am not sure it was the perfect "concert outfit" but I truly love how she matched her soft white Max Mara vest and trousers with a brand new dusty rose Max Mara blazer. Earlier today she hosted a meeting with of UNFPA's Executive Director, the Director for Development Policy and UNPFA's Nordic Representative Office wearing the same outfit. Maybe a bit more appropriate for a meeting?

She embraced the style with stunning golden South Sea pearl earrings from Dulong Fine Jewelry and necklaces from Nadia Shelbaya and Julie Sandlau. I am still very interested in learning more about her diamond ring.

I like the idea of dusty rose pumps to match with blazer. Maybe her Gianvito Rossi python pumps wasn't the right choice? What do you think? But they look fantastic with the reused leather handbag from Max Mara!


Shop the look

Blazer ● Max Mara (new)

Vest ● Max Mara

Trousers ● Max Mara

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Nadia Shelbaya

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Bag ● Max Mara

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Meeting with UNFPA


06 May 2025

Queen Mary hosted a meeting with attendance UNFPA Executive Director Dr. Natalia Kanem, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Director for Development Policy Elsebeth Søndergaard Krone and Director of UNFPA's Nordic Representative Office Ulla Müller.

The Queen has been patron for the United Nation's Population Fund (UNFPA) for the last 15 years. She spend her time focusing on girls and women's health and rights across the globe.

Dr. Natalia Kanem informed the Queen about the foundation's work about, among others things, maternal mortality, family planning, combating violence against women and involving the private sector.



Mary looked spectacular at her meeting with Dr. Natalia Kanem, Elsebeth Søndergaard Krone and Ulla Müller. She wore a brand new dusty pink Max Mara blazer matched with a reused white vest and wide-legged trousers from the same designer.

I really like how she accessorized the outfit. The two necklaces from Nadia Shelbaya and Julie Sandlau are such beautiful pieces. I am still very interested in knowing more about her diamond ring. It is simply remarkable. The earrings are old ones crafted by Dulong Fine Jewelry.

We get a glimpse of her shoes as well. Pointed snakeskin pumps from Gianvito Rossi. A great detail.


Shop the look

Blazer ● Max Mara (new)

Vest ● Max Mara

Trousers ● Max Mara

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Nadia Shelbaya

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Summer at Fredensborg


05 May 2025

King Frederik and Queen Mary were officially welcomed in Fredensborg at Kancellihuset where the family will be living during the summer.

They were welcomed outside Kancellihuset by people who had showed up to get a glimpse of the couple. The Mayor of Fredensborg also welcomed the couple with a speech. The girl's choir of Fredensborg Castle Church gave a small concert on the occasion followed by music and singing by Fredensborg Brass Ensamble.



Mary looked beautiful in a very casual outfit when welcomed in Fredensborg. She wore fine navy blue trousers and a reused linen blouse from Bagutta. A first glance her coat looked new but she has in fact worn it before. Among others at the presentation of the annual Christmas Stamp 2024. The belt is from Prada.

She embraced the style with cool golden earrings from Dulong Fine Jewelry and a couple of necklaces from Nadia Shelbaya and Julie Sandlau. I am very interested in her rings. The diamond one is rather new. Looks like a three-in-one-piece. On her other hand is a more heavy silver ring. I noticed her wearing it at the inauguration of the REGAN Vest-trail back in April.

The dark blue suede boots from Prada are a great choice for the occasion.


Shop the look

Coat ● Hugo Boss

Blouse ● Bagutta

Belt ● Prada

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Nadia Shelbaya

Necklace ● Julie Sandlau

Shoes ● Prada


80th anniversary of Denmark's liberation


04 May 2025

This year we mark the 80th anniversary of Denmark's liberation. King Frederik and Queen Mary attended a church service along with Queen Margrethe and Princess Benedikte at Vor Frue Church in Copenhagen on the occasion of the anniversary.

The four of them also attended a memorial service at Mindelunden at Ryvangen in Hellerup.



Both Queen Mary, Queen Margrethe and King Frederik had chosen to wear similar blue coloured outfits. Princess Benedikte was the only one wearing another colour: a beautiful and bright purple.

Mary was wearing a brand new bespoke dress by Danish designer Søren Le Schmidt. It is similar to the purple one worn at the coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla in 2023. She matched the stunning blue dress with an elegant new headband created by talented milliner Katrin Cecilie Jacobsen. A new favourite of hers?

I'm really interested in learning more about her diamond earrings but for now they are unidentified. The incredible diamond and pearl brooch is part of the Danish Pearl Poiré Parure. Dulong Fine Jewelry mastered the white pearl ring. The navy blue clutch is from Carlend Copenhagen.

At the church service at Vor Frue Church Mary wore a pair of beige pointed python pumps from Gianvito Rossi. Later on she changed to a pair of new suede heeled boots also from Gianvito Rossi.


SHOP THE LOOK

Hat ● Katrin Cecilia Jacobsen (new)

Dress ● Søren Le Schmidt (new)

Brooch ● Danish Pearl Poiré Parure

Ring ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Clutch ● Carlend Copenhagen

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi (new)


DTU's annual party


02 May 2025

Queen Mary attended DTU's annual party in Kongens Lyngby. She was guest of honor. Chairwoman of the board Margrethe Vestager (former EU Competition Commissioner) and Principal of DTU Anders Bjarklev welcomed the Queen at her arrival.

Both studens, employees, external partners from other universities, companies, industries and authorities were all invited to attend the grand party.



This is the main reason why I do not cut my hair. I want a hair-do like Mary's! Some years ago Mary loved these soft and elegant hairstyles. I loved that. Then fashion changed and now we rarely get to see her with up-do's. My dream came true at DTU's annual party. Her hair looked absolutely stunning.

So did her outfit. That new ruffled Zimmermann blouse is simple incredible. Almost delicate. Usually I don't like black on white but the black details are truly remarkable. Mary styled the new blouse with yet another pair of new trousers. Also from Zimmermann.

I am also thrilled to see that purple satin clutch again. It goes way back and is from Anya Hindmarch. The shape and pleatings are so beautiful. We also get a glimpse of her shoes. Reused studded pumps from Gianvito Rossi. Don't quite get the shoes but I like them.


SHOP THE LOOK

Blouse ● Zimmermann (new)

Trousers ● Zimmermann (new)

Necklace ● Nadia Shelbaya

Clutch ● Anya Hindmarch

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


"Me&We"


02 May 2025

Queen Mary and CEO of the Mary Foundation Helle Østergaard arrived at Roskilde Business School in Roskilde

They was warmly welcomed by CEO Morten Lindegaard Banke Rasmussen, Mayor Tomas Breddam and CEO of Education Dorthe Schoubye. Two students at Roskilde Business School also welcomed the Queen.

Queen Mary and Helle Østergaard visited Roskilde Business School as representatives of the Mary Foundation to hear how they work with the project "Me&We".

"Me&We" is a wellfare program for students at among others 10th grade (a class between elementary school and higher education". The program is now launched at Danish business school's.



I love how she turned a business-look into a casual and classy outfit. The soft blazer and creamy white linen trousers makes a wonderful outfit. Believe she has worn the blazer before but I am not quite sure about the trousers. Mary has worn so many new things lately, which makes me a bit confused about new and old. The belt is a really clever detail. Any idea where it is from? I'm curious to know.

Other than the belt Mary styled her outfit with chic Gucci glasses, a lovely brown leather handbag from Max Mara and black suede pumps from Gianvito Rossi.

I am thrilled to see her wearing that fine Nadia Shelbaya necklace again. It is an old favorite of hers. I kinda miss it. Both the golden earrings and outstanding golden custom-made ring are created by Dulong Fine Jewelry.


SHOP THE LOOK

Glasses ● Gucci

Earrings ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Necklace ● Nadia Shelbaya

Ring ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Bag ● Max Mara

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi


Opening of "Danner of Denmark"


30 April 2025

Queen Mary attended the grand opening of the exhibition "Danner of Denmark" - an exhibition about Countess Danner. Her life is exhibited with personal and historical belongings at Frederiksborg.

The Queen was welcomed with flowers by flower girl Viktoria and Frederiksborg museum's CEO Ulla Tofte. The exhibition was declared officially open by Queen Mary's fine speech.

After her speech she was given a guided tour around the exhibition at the Princess corridor at Frederiksborg. Here Countess Danner got married to King Frederik VII.



Mary was beautifully dressed in a bright purple Prada blouse and a stunning black midi-length skirt from Mark Kenly Domino Tan. Both pieces are reused at previous occasions. Not quite sure I understand the combo but I kinda like it. Especially because she matched the skirt with black sling-back pumps from Gianvito Rossi.

It has been a long time since she has worn that amazing floral printed Paul Smith scarf. I always loved it. The colors are elegant en classy. A perfect match with the purple Carlend Copenhagen clutch.

I get it why Mary had chosen to wear Countess Danner's golden Citrine earrings but not the greatest color with the purple theme. Or what it your opinion? Her huge Amethyst ring caught my eyes right away. It is differently new but so far I do not know a thing about it.

Mary also embraced the outfit with jewellery from Rebekka Notkin, Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen and Dulong Fine Jewelry. Her glasses are rather new ones from Gucci.


SHOP THE LOOK

Blouse ● Prada

Skirt ● Mark Kenly Domino Tan

Scarf ● Paul Smith

Glasses ● Gucci

Earrings ● Countess Danner's Citrine Earrings

Bracelet ● Rebekka Notkin

Bracelet ● Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen

Bracelet ● Dulong Fine Jewelry

Bracelet ● Rebekka Notkin

Clutch ● Carlend Copenhagen

Shoes ● Gianvito Rossi