The Crown Prince Couple's Prizes 2015

Saturday, October 3rd

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary attended the presentation of the Crown Prince Couple's Prizes 2015 taking place in Kulturværftet, Helsingør.


Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary arrived to Kulturværftet in Helsingør with Kronborg castle in the background. They arrived shortly before 8:00 pm. local time to host this year's Crown Prince Couple's Prizes 2015. The award show was broadcasted live on Danish television and lasted about one and a half hour. Did you watch the show? I did. I do every year. It has become a annual tradition and I really love this year's show. Usually I only look for pictures on the internet, but a few times a year I take the chance to enjoy her live on TV. The Crown Prince Couple's Prizes is our window into the Danish artistic world. We see musicians, writers, designers etc. A little bit of everything really. An evening of true admiration and honoring Danish artists for their innovative and creative work.

Several different artists are nominated and only four of them wins a prize at the award show. The Crown Prince Couple have presented these four prizes the last eleven years every years at a different location somewhere in Denmark. The Crown Princes Couple's Prizes was established in 2004 as a wedding gift to the couple and was first presented in 2005. This was a gift from the Bikuben Foundation. Until 2009 the award had another name: 'The Crown Prince Couple's Cultur Prize' and then it was changed to the current name. At the same time, in 2009, the numbers of prizes was expanded from one to four, in three different categories. The Crown Prince Couple's Prizes was in 2013 awarded for the first time outside Denmark, as the awards ceremony was held in the Opera House in Sydney. I'm sure you all remember it very well -the Crown Princess in her stunning pink Ole Yde gown. Overall the prizes focuses on outstanding performances, innovative and excellence ideas in the Danish art and culture such as social work. Below you see the winners and why the prize is given:

  • The Crown Prince Couple's Culture Prize/Kronprinsparrets KulturprisThe prize goes to a Danish, Faroese and Greenlandic artist who has made an outstanding achievement, and one who can expect great achievements in the future, both national and internationally. The winner also gets DKK 500,000.
    The Culture Prize winner is: Theater director Elisa Kragerup

  • The Crown Prince Couple's Stardust Prizes/Kronprinsparrets StjernedryspriserIt is given in recognition of innovative, younger Danish, Faroese and Greenlandic artists who have shown the courage to break new ground in their artistic genre which has been innovative and uncompromising in their artistic exploration. The winners are also given DKK 50,000
    The winners are: Designer Mark Tan & Author and artist Amalie Smith

  • The Crown Prince Couple's Social Prize/Kronprinsparrets Sociale PrisThis prize is given to a private, public or voluntary association, institution or organization that is behind an innovative, creative and innovative project or initiative for the benefit of socially vulnerable or marginalized groups in Denmark or Greenland. The project gets DKK 500,000. The winner is the project: Mind Your Own Business
A wonderful evening like this takes a wonderful evening gown and Mary didn't disappoint me at all in her dazzling new black outfit. Because I watched the live broadcast yesterday evening I got a glimpse of her look -saw how it moved when she moved. The style was very 50s with its A-line skirt featuring beautiful laser cut flowers, a fitted waist accessorizes with black stones and a turtleneck. I need to admit that I did not see she's wearing a skirt and a blouse. Why didn't I see that? But thanks to all of you, especially Gitte I now see that it is a two piece outfit. Actually we have seen her wear the blouse before at the celebration of Per Thornit's 70-years birthday in 2012, here. This also give us a chance that we actually are able to find out where the skirt comes from. Days before the award show we found out that designer Mark Tan was one of the winners. To honor him he could have created the dress Mary would be wearing at yesterday's show. But I had my doubts. The skirt she wore is too feminine and features too many details. If Mark Tan had designed her outfit I think it had been way more minimalistic and plain. To find the skirt hasn't really been easy and I'm not the one to take the credit for this, cause Kate identified her new laser cut A-line skirt. It is from Sofie Topsøe Mailand (Spring/Summer 2016). Apparently, Sofie designed the skirt as an inspiration from the 50s. You can follow the entire process of her project here. It is really fascination to read her thoughts behind the design. Mary was even more stunning wearing red lipstick and the bordeaux clutch from Sergio Rossi. In my opinion red and black are two of the most glamorous colours in a combo. Absolutely magnificent. I have heard comments about her hairstyle; you think it makes her look old. Sorry but I really love it. It's perfectly styled to match her look. Her use of the Ruby Parure is great! To use the ruby brooch instead of a necklace is brilliant, innovative and creative as the winners of the evenings prizes. I want to mention that earrings, bracelet and ring are not originally a part of the parure such as the brooch is. She completed her outfit with a pair of new black Gianvito Rossi pumps. I'm breathless...

Skirt: Sofie Topsøe Mailand Black Laser Cut Skirt
Jewellery: Ruby Parure
Clutch: Sergio Rossi Red Clutch
Shoes: Gianvito Rossi Mesh Insert Suede Pumps in Black



During the show at Kulturværftet in Helsingør, an interview with the Crown Prince couple was broadcasted. Something we see almost every year. Here the couple make a comment about each prize and why it is given. During this year's the interview, the Crown Prince couple wondering around in Helsingør with Kronborg castle in the background. She was dressed in the most beautiful striped shirt dress from Baum und Pferdgarten (Autumn/Winter 2015) which was also posted on their Instagram, here. Wonder what it feels like to see the Crown Princess wear your design? Never mind. She matched the new dress with her beige L.K. Bennett wedges, Dolce & Gabbana sunglasses and bracelets from Charlotte Wæhrens and Anni Lu. Sorry to say, but I can't get enough of this outfit. I would love to wear it myself any time. 
Dress: Baum und Pferdgarten Agata, Sailorstripe
 Sunglasses: Dolce & Gabbana DG4175
Bracelet: Anni Lu Mess Army Bracelet 
Bracelet: Anni Lu Fun Bracelet Army
Bracelet: Charlotte Wæhrens Rainbow Bracelet w. Saphires
Shoes: L.K. Bennett Greta Wedges
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The St. Loye Prize 2015

October, Friday 2nd

Crown Princess Mary attended the presentation of the Goldsmith Guild Talent Cost St. Loye Prize 2015 in Rundetrån, Copenhagen.

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* Billedbladet.dk 1
* Photo 1 + Photo 2
* Ru-royalty.livejournal.com

It was around dinner time when the Crown Princess arrived to Rundetårn in Copenhagen to present this years Goldsmith Guild Talent Cost St. Loye Prize 2015. Because of the beautiful weather in Copenhagen last night I'm sure it was a special experience for her to attend the presentation. When she arrived to Rundetårn, she was welcomed by CEO Jepser Vang Hansen and Alderman Diana Holstein. The Crown Princess also received a bouquet of flowers at the arrival. A really beautiful one. Half way trough the old iconic building the Crown Princess stopped by the jewellery exhibition The Jewellery City. As if it was no problem at all the Crown Princess steered the round building wearing heeled shoes. Maybe I should tell you why this is a little more special this time. Rundetårn is a 41.55 meter high building located in the centre of Copenhagen. In English 'Rundetårn' means 'round tower'. The building is especially known for its spiraling staircase, leading all the way up to a viewing platform. It goes back to 1642 and is build by King Christian 4th. Enough with all the history. Now you know a little more about the location where the Crown Princess presented the St. Loye Prize 2015 and visited The Jewellery City-exhibition.
The St. Loye Prize 2015 and DKK 100,000 were handed over to the goldsmith Christina Bukkehave who is the designer of 'BUKKEHAVE'. Think her jewellery are very artistic, modern and with a twist something Scandinavian. She plays with the different shapes and metals. Among others Bukkehave use pearls, diamonds and amber to give the jewellery a feminine touch. I think she is a very talented and creative jewellery designer who deserve the acknowledgement. Some of Christina Bukkehave's designs were exhibited in Rundetårn. Congratulations to Christina with the fine prize.

I know I've said this before, but somehow Mary keeps surprising me. When I think: now it does not get any better, it actually does. At yesterdays evening event Mary wore a brand new black A-line dress featuring some kind of golden jacquard detailing. This is a dress you either love or hate. I really adore it especially with the high neck, long sleeves and pattern. What was your first thought? There has been so many speculations about where the dress is from. Pernille has suggested a Marisota dress, which is why I contacted them. They never responded my request. In the meantime Kate has been able to identify her new golden wonder as Ganni (Pre-Spring 2016). At one point my mind crossed Ganni, but I didn't find what I was looking for. Now we finally know the true identity of her new lurex dress. I still hope we will see more articles and pictures -then I maybe will be able to identify her earrings. I am pretty sure they are from Figaros Bryllup. After all I know that her bracelets and ring are from Marianne Dulong. Thanks to Heaven I know that she was wearing her beige Christian Louboutin pumps. A really lovely outfit.

Dress: Ganni Schiffer Glitter Dress
Earrings: Figaros Bryllup Smoke Quartz Earrings
Bracelet: Marianne Dulong Anello Pearl Bracelet
Bracelet: Marianne Dulong Ellipse
Ring: Marianne Dulong
Shoes: Christian Louboutin Décolleté 100mm Leather Pumps in Beige
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Old news: The Crown Princess in Milan

September 

 Two days ago the Crown Princess ended her New York-visit where she attended activities and meeting's in addition to the UN International Conference on Population and Development, here, here, here. Among others she attended meetings with the High-Level Task Force organization, Global Leaders' and the Maternal Foundation.  I think she was honored to get the opportunity to participate, show her commitment and maybe also to get prepared to her role as host of the Women Deliver Conference in 2016 -get some ideas, meet people and get all the latest news about future projects etc. Crown Princess Mary traveled last Sunday to attend the conference in New York.

A week before she went on a short trip to Italy, more specific Milan to go shopping, here. Walking in the streets and looking like everybody else, she ruled the fashion city wearing a classy and a the same time casual outfit. What I love about her look is the possibilities. With a pair of heeled shoes and it's the perfect evening outfit. Very scandinavian -navy blue capri trousers, a white peplum and the long black coat. Non of this are yet identified. She completed the look with what I think could be a new pair of Marianne Dulong earrings made of white gold, a necklace from Orti Elhanati and a gold ring from Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen. I think I see one of her Anni Lu or Charlotte Wæhrens bracelets as well. She wore a Prada tote handbag and loafers both seen before. Finally, I have been able to identify her grey loafers which took me quite a long time. They are from Rêve. So, to those of you who love them as much as I do, you now know where to get them. The coral shades she wore is new and now also identified as Balenciaga. First time she wears shades from that designer. Do you like them? Think they are pretty cool.

 Sunglasses: Balenciaga Ombre Cat-Eye Sunglasses, Coral
Earrings: Marianne Dulong Esme
Necklace: Orit Elhanati The Abyss Necklace
Ring: Ole Lynggaard Copenhagen Leaves Ring
Bag: Prada Saffiano Cuir Double Bag, Tan

 Ideas for identification
Bracelet: Anni Lu Mess Army Bracelet 
Bracelet: Anni Lu Fun Bracelet Army 
Bracelet: Charlotte Wæhrens Rainbow Bracelet w. Saphires
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Day 3. International Conference on Population and Development

Tuesday, September 29th

 Crown Princess Mary attended different activities on occasion of the International Conference on Population and Development in New York. The Crown Princess has been present since September 27th. 

Program:
  • 9:10 am. Crown Princess Mary attended the Women Deliver: The Road to Copenhagen 2016 meeting organized by Women Deliver, UNWomen and the Danish UN Mission. 

September 29th was her finial day in New York. After a three-day visit and participation the in the International Conference on Population and Developments different activities. The third day the Crown Princess attended Women Delivers: The Road to Copenhagen 2016 together with Executive directors of UN Women and Women Deliver, Kristian Jensen the Danish foreign minister, ministers for gender equality as well as young people from around the world all to discuss investment in girls' and women's health, rights and well-being. I am sure you all know that the Women Deliver Conference is taking place in Denmark next year in Mary with Crown Princess Mary as patron of the arrangement. During the one and a half hour meeting with Women Deliver they talked about next year's conference and what's it's all about: fighting to help girls and women to a better life. Everyone participating were in a extremely great mood as well the Crown Princess. In her speech she also mentioned how much she look forward to 2016 and to be able to host Women Deliver Conference in Denmark. Everyone was enthusiastic about the project. Because of the fifth goal of the UN 17th world goals about gender equality was brought up at the meeting, all the participating members were ready to take the chance to fight for the rights of girls and women.

It was her blue Signe Bøgelund-Jensen dress that caught my eye right away. I am not sure any other dress could have been more appropriate than this. It features some incredible details. It is not the first time we get to see her in Bøgelund-Jensen creations and I do not hope it is the last time. I would really love to see Mary wear this dress again. To match the blue and white printed dress, Mary accessorized the outfit with a leather belt, earrings and a ring featuring blue stones from Pomellato and other golden bracelets from Marianne Dulong. I also noticed that she was wearing her golden twisted Orit Elhanati necklace. Love how she mix and match all these small jewellery. Looks sophisticated and really stylish. Yet another blue accessory, are the pumps. These we have seen once before when she last year visited Home on occasion of the Child Welfare Day which Mary is patron of, here. At that time she also match the pumps with other blue pieces. Enough about all the talking. The lovely electric blue suede pumps are from Gianvito Rossi. I wonder how this dress would look with red pumps or maybe even green? This is why I truly hope we get to see the dress again -to see what other accessory she will wear to match it. She rock my world with this outfit. Makes me wanna try something similar. Could you see yourself wear a dress like this? A magnificent look the last day in New York. 

Dress: Signe Bøgelund-Jensen Draped Dress
Earrings: Pomellato Veleno Gemstone Drop Earrings
Necklace: Orit Elhanati The Abyss Necklace
Bracelets: Marianne Dulong Pacific Bracelet
Bracelet: Marianne Dulong Grand Pacific
Ring: Pomellato
Shoes: Gianvito Rossi Blue Suede Pumps
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