The Crown Princess Mary obsession #6


I thrilled to tell that we still got a few of these posts left. It has been a true pleasure to get to know some of you and I hope many more will join us -it is not too late at all. My followers have always been important to and and you still are. To be able to share your stories are a great chance for all of us. I know my followers really enjoyed all of them so far and I am sure you will enjoy this one as much. This time I have been in touch with Chris. Take good care of her. She's just wonderful.

Chris, please tell us a little about yourself and how your fascination of the royals?

"I was born in 1954 with a special form of asthma. In that time the medication was not like it is today. I could no always play and run with my friends, I sat at home and cutting photo's from the magazines and newspaper photos of the royal family. As a child I loved the glamour and the glitter and the fairy tails. I pasted the photo's in a scrapbook and that's how it all began." She tells that even though the medication got better over the years, she kept her childhood interest in cutting- and pasting such as her new interest in the royal history: "... I also started to interest me in the history of these royals family's." 
'Like a dream' -tin Chris' own words

What about the interest in Crown Princess Mary, how did that start?

"There were always new princess' so I could go on collecting but in 2004 Crown Princess Mary came into my life..." Chris have a very special memory with Mary, when she still wasn't married to Prince Frederik yet:"... I never forget the day her hat blow away, she wasn't married yet - she was so beautiful, so natural and elegant. Now, years later she still is." Crown Princess Mary is also a great inspiration for Chris, especially when she is out shopping: "I don't have skirts or dresses like Mary's but when I'm going to shop I will always think - What would Mary wear?" I don't think Mary and her style will ever go out of date: I am only 20 and her style is as great an inspiration to me as many of you in all ages. 
That day when her hat flew off


How do you 'take care' of this obsession, by that I mean how has this become an "obsession/hobby" to you?

"Today I don't use notebook's anymore. I've scanned a lot of it and not I download most of it and I will keep on doing this..." The next thing Chris tells is something I can relate to. In my first obsession post #1, I told you my own personal story. I talked about all my folders, books, magazines etc. and what a nightmare it can sometimes be, keeping everything on track. Chris knows what I am talking about:"... I have maps with Mary's shoes, a map with her dresses etc. - to be honest I also have maps about the other royals as well."

The AICHA clutch from Carlend Copenhagen is Chris' favourite!
Chris had a really good friend who purchased several things to her when visiting Denmark. One day she discovered Style of Mary. "Years ago I had a friend and she was so in love with a Danish man and 2 or 3 times a year she went to Denmark to see him and then I gave her some money to buy me magazines and newspapers. I did not understand a single word but I had all the photo's of Mary and her events." That's a thing I have heard so many times. I know Danish is hard and difficult to learn, but really I think you should try. It is a pretty hard language to learn, but nothing is impossible. With the development of the internet, luckily most blogs etc. are in English.

You mentioned my blog; what does Style of Mary mean to you?

Style of Mary have brought me so much joy, which I hope is the case for all of you as well. Chris have I known for quite some time. The truth is, when you enter the world of royalty you become a part of a wonderful community and quickly you get to know so many kind and wonderful people. I never imagined that I would know so many amazing people from all around the world. "I don't know exactly when I discovered this blog 'Style of Mary'... I was so happy because of all the information's and all the links. In Belgium there is not so much info about Crown Princess Mary and her family, so I was very happy when I found Styleofmary. She was and still is my favourite princess." As most of us think. "... I love the way Mary is dresses, it is possible for us to get dressed the same stylish way. I have the same feeling with the Duchess of Cambridge."
Chris love the Lotus earrings made by Marianne Dulong
Some call it crazy; does your loved once say the same about you?

"Martin (Chris' husband) and I have been together for the last 30 year. When we got to know each other I had stacks of scrapbooks and books everywhere! At first he though it was a bit strange hobby to have but he let me continue with my beloved hobby, without any comments - he had to ha ha! 
Do you have anything you wish to do with your Mary-obsession/hobby?

"I really want to go for a visit to Copenhagen next year with the hope to get the chance to see Mary myself!" 
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Inauguration with the Danish Swimming Federation

Monday, June 22nd

Crown Princess Mary attended, as patron of the Danish Swimming Federation, the inauguration of a new lifeguard tower at Tversted beach.

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It was a smily Crown Princess who arrived to Tversted beach in the North of Jutland with her new lady-in-waiting, Christine Pii Hansen. Have to say she looks like a really sweet person. I look forward to see Christine next to Mary in the future. Don't you? The Crown Princess gave all her time talking to as many of the attendance as possible. A few of them even got the chance to get a picture with her. Wish is was the one. This is really why I love her so much. She often only have one hour to so and then she still takes time to talk to and meet people. To swim is a wonderful thing, in the big blue ocean. It's a thing we all need to know how to do and that's why it's important we have some to take care of us if anything should happen when we're out for a swim. A few months ago Crown Princess Mary attended the opening of the new project Everyone Should Learn to Swim in Kildeskovhallen also in collaboration with the Danish Swimming Federation, here. Therefor we need lifeguards close to us when we are on the beach. The importance of the lifeguards is also the reason why the Crown Princess attended the inauguration of a new lifeguard tower at Tversted beach. With a bucket of sea water in her hands, the new lifeguard are now open. The water replaced champagne which usual are use when something like a boat is inaugurated by the royals.

 Lately, I think her style has change a bit. Nothing bad about that, I still like what she's wearing. Am I the only one who have had this thought? Think about the white and golden look from the Reumert Award 2015 yesterday, here -her looks are more modern with less accessories. She wore a pair plain black trousers. I have a similar model and wear them all the time. They match everything and it's great for both your everyday outfit and evening. She embrace the casual style by wearing a brand new blouse featuring printed strawberries. After a long time Kate managed to find her new blouse at Paul & Joe. The navy blue down jacket is a reuse and is still without identification. She has a similar one from Moncler, but I am not quite sure it is the same. Her powder pink earrings is from Marianne Dulong. When it became a bit colder, she grabbed a wonderful light brown poncho. We saw her in it when she and the family visited Greenland 2014, here. Finally, I am able to share the designer with you which is JOSEPH. I was a bit surprised when I saw her new shoes, not sure I like them very much. The width of the white sole is a totally no-go for me. Sorry. Reminds me too much of 80s platform shoes. They are differently new and has been identified as By Malene Birger.

Blouse: Paul & Joe Blue Straberry Silk Blouse
Poncho: JOSEPH Chashmere Luxe Cape in Grey Chine
Earrings: Marianne Dulong
Ring: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Love Bands
Shoes: By Malene Birger Cinca Sneakers
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The Reumert Award 2015

Sunday, June 21st

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary attended the annual Reumert Award 2015 show in Skuespilhuset, Copenhagen. 


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It was a bit of an... unusual show this year. It has become a tradition for me to watch the broadcast of the Reumert Award. Something I have been doing for quite some years and I really enjoy it -or I use to. This year's show was... a bit laud, chaotic and... different. This might be the best way for me to describe how last night's show was. I use to like to watch the broadcast because it is a great way to see and hear all about past year in the world of art, good for those of us who do not have the chance to attend live theaters. It is a fantastic world to see, hear and feel. But the way it was presented last night, then I'm a little embarrassed on behalf of the performing art and artist in Denmark. My personal opinion is that you have, as hosts, the duty to make a decent show/performance. The felling I had last night was non of this, yes the couple behaved decent and laughed when something seemed to be fun. It was kinda embarrassing, but remember this is just my opinion. Nevertheless, the Crown Prince couple seemed to enjoy themselves. 26 awards were also handed over, here, to singers, artists etc. during the evening. Congratulations to all of them.

This morning I helped a few of my colleagues at Royalista trying to identify what Mary was wearing at the Reumert Award show. What a great way to start a day. After everything said above, I have to express how amazed I am about everything Mary was wearing. Her white dreamy dress reminds me a lot of what she wore when attending the Eurovision Song Contest last year, here. Do you see the similarities? It may be because of the kimono. One of the best designers when it comes to kimono's is Rabens Saloner (Spring/Summer S13), who also created this long embroidered piece. It was identified by Kate with information from Rabens Saloner's Facebook page, here. The white maxi dress is still a mystery to me. I like it a lot actually, but where it's from I can't tell. Not even the design gives a clue who the designer is. So, if you have any ideas I would love to hear from you. Another brand new piece is the golden glitter pumps, which I managed to find at Gianvito Rossi. Not a surprise at all, am I right? It seems to be her favourite shoe designer these days. She embrace the style with other golden accessories like Queen Earrings, an Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen ring and her magnificent Judith Leiber clutch. I am still wondering where her new golden bracelet is from. Any ideas? Love how the outfit is simply white and golden, and the fact that her makeup is all dramatic. A stunning match in my opinion. 

Kimono: Rabens Saloner Long Embroidered Kimono  
Earrings: Queen Earrings
Ring: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Leaves Ring
Clutch: Judith Leiber 
Shoes: Gianvito Rossi Gianvito Pumps
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Opening of a reading campaign & opening of an exhibition at Brandts

Friday, June 19th

 Crown Princess Mary attended the opening of the Danish children's libraries common reading campaign the Summer Book at Odense Library, Odense. Followed by at visit at the exhibition Danish Fashion Now at Brandst museum in Odense. 

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What a busy Crown Princess we have right now, am I right? We are so lucky to get to see her so often these days and it is just great. Today, she visited Odense to attend the opening of the reading campaign the Summer Book taking place at Odense library. The campaign is made i collaboration of the children's libraries in Denmark and is all about sharing the fun of reading books. For those kids who visited Odense library today, is became a very special experience when the Crown Princess of Denmark walked through the door. With great interest she quickly found herself a seat next to the kids and started talking about their favourite books, what they were reading and if they like reading at all. It was with great excitement the kids told Mary all about their favourite cartoon figures and most beloved books. 

Followed by her visit at Odense library, the Crown Princess attended the opening of Danish Fashion Now at Brandts Museum also in Odense. Maybe you remember the name of the exhibition from one of my previous posts, here? What's a little more special about this exhibition is the fact that 10 of Mary's dresses are exhibited along with plenty of other Danish designer pieces, here. Then today, the Crown Princess got the chance herself to watch her own dresses on exhibited. She was given a guided tour around the exhibition, where she was told about all the different designers etc. 

I am really glad to see her wear some colours again. When spring arrive it is time for bright and light colours, especially pastel colours, which we often get to see her wear during summer time. Unfortunately, the weather in Denmark right now is nothing to celebrate. Really, it's rainy all the time. I think most Danish woman would do everything to wear floral dresses, sandals and sleeveless tops. We have to deal with rubber boots, rain coats and scarves. The weather is by no doubt the reason way Mary wore what she did at the opening -long sleeves and rather plain colours. I only say that because at this time a year she use to wear eye-catching clothes featuring bright colours and prints that I really miss right now. I still admire her having bare legs on a day like this. Today's outfit is one to take notice of if you like the work-wear-style. Personally, this is the style I like -a blouse, pencil skirt and a blazer. You can wear it both day and night with any kind of accessory. The silk blouse featuring a black hemline had been identified by Kate as JOSEPH. The black hemline give the blouse a feminine and classic touch. Such a blouse is perfect both to wear with a skirt and trousers; day and night. Kate is also the one who identified the new skirt as Whiite Copenhagen, a brand we have never seen Mary wear before. The luxurious black patent pumps is from Rupert Sanderson. Less is more. The reason why I mention this is because of the modern and simple look Mary was dressed in also when it comes to her choice in jewellery. She wore Marianne Dulong earrings and a ring featuring a large white pearl. So beautiful. 

Blouse: JOSEPH Matt Silk Bibby Blouse
Skirt: Whiite Copenhagen Blue Nights Kayla Skirt
Ring: Marianne Dulong
Shoes: Rupert Sanderson Winona in Navy Patent
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