CONFERENCE WITH SRSR

29th October

It was an important day when the Crown Princess, as patron of the UNFPA, attended a conference on SRSR - an abbreviation for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. The conference focuses on sexual and reproductive health and rights in humanitarian crises. It had been organized in collaboration of the Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Parliamentary Inter-Political Network for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights, UNFPA, Sex og Samfund and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Crown Princess Mary arrived to Christiansborg Castle in the afternoon to attend the conference. She was in a splendid mood with a large smile on her face and vivid eyes. Shortly after the arrived Crown Princess Mary entered the stage and gave a 10 minutes speech that kept everybody attentive. The speech is in Danish, but can be found here.

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THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS STAMP 2019 & AN A WORKSHOP

28th October

For years and years has Crown Princess Mary attended the annual presentation of the Christmas Seal Homes' Christmas Stamps. So did she this year. The Christmas stamp goes back 115 years in time and was created to gather money to the children staying at one of the Christmas Seal Homes in Denmark. There are five homes around the country.

At this years presentation the Crown Princess was accompanied by Count Ingolf of Rosenborg and his wife, Countess Sussie. The couple have for many years been committed to support the Christmas Seal Homes such as the Crown Princess. Seems like the three of them had a wonderful time along with Per O. Jørgensen. He is the artist who designed the Christmas Stamp.

It was as patron she attended the presentation of the very fine stamp showing children, gnomes (in Danish these little men are all 'nisser') and some animal gathered at one of the Christmas Seal Homes. The jewellery designer Mads Ziegler also created something very unique to support the good cause. He designed a necklaces shaped as angles. The necklaces are available in both gold and silver and a part of the money goes to the Christmas Seal Foundation, here.

After attending the presentation with children from Christmas Seal Homes, she participated a workshop with the Mary Foundation. It focuses on children and young people in Greenland that are growing up in a home of violence, sexual abuse, alcohol abuse and other social problems. At the workshop Crown Princess Mary and all the other participants were given an overview of the situation, the different actors and what must be done to help the children who need a more safe environment to live in.

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AMERICAN CHAMER OF COMMERCE'S 20TH ANNIVERSARY

24th October

After having spend a couple of days in Tokyo, Japan the Crown Prince Couple just arrived home to attend a 20th anniversary gala for the American Chamber of Commerce - also known as AmCham Denmark. The celebration took place at Moltkes Palace in Copenhagen. The cultural and commercial relationship between Denmark and the United States were also celebrated at the anniversary gala event. It was last celebrated five years ago also with the Crown Prince Couple participating, here.

The Executive Director of AmCham Denmark, Stephen Brugger and Senior Vice President, Angela Naef welcomed Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary when they arrived to Moltkes Palace. All four of them were in a splendid mood. Imagine three or four in a country abroad; arrive home after a long flight and then you have to bee well-dressed and good-looking? Well, I do not look this vivid after hours of travel. But the Crown Prince Couple does.

At the anniversary Crown Prince Frederik also presented the Foreign Company of the Year Award. He handed over the award to the American biotech company, Amgen. They work to combine science results, technologi and innovation and convert it to medicine to treat patients with serious diseases. Amgen wins because they are a foreign company that manages to invest in Denmark and for that has made itself noticeable in Danish business. Congratulations to Amgen with the award.

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DAY 2. ENTHRONMENT CEREMONY IN JAPAN

23rd October

● TEA PARTY ●

On Tuesday October 22nd, Japan officially was given a new Imperial Couple. Emperor Naruhito and his wife, Empress Masako were officially enthroned at a ceremony in the Imperial Palace that same day. Royals from all over the world, both Sweden, Norway, Spain, Belgium, etc. and also Denmark attended the traditional ceremony.

The following day, the Emperor and Empress had invited all their guest to join them at a tea party at the Akasaka Imperial Palace. Not many pictures have been published from the gathering, but what we have show that the Imperial Couple welcomed all their guest with a warm and friendly smile such as a handshake and a couple of words. Especially the Danish Crown Prince Couple made them smile a little extra. Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary were also one big smile and happy eyes when meeting the Imperial Couple once again.

The guest list included among others, King Carls Gustaf of Sweden, Prince Albert of Monaco, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands, etc.

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DAY 1. ENTHRONEMENT CEREMONY IN JAPAN

22nd October

● ENTHRONEMENT CEREMONY ●

It was a historical day for the Japanese people, when royals from all over the world were gathered in Tokyo on October 22nd. The reason is the enthronement ceremony of Emperor Naruhito and his wife, Empress Masako. Since May 1st this year the couple have official been Japan's new imperial couple. 

The enthronement was marked with a ceremony in which, among others, the Danish Crown Prince Couple attended along with royals from both Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, etc. Also Heads of States and Governments from several countries attended the ceremony, which took at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary were joined by Prince Charles of Wales watching the tradition ceremony from first raw. Seems like the three of them had a good time in the palace. And what a couple they are. The Crown Princess was really regal in her appearance and her husband very handsome, yet both of them were awfully comfortable and relaxed.

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UN INTERNATIONAL GIRL'S DAY 2019

11th October

The morning of October 11th was a very special day for the 14 year old Farzana from Bangladesh. She was invited to visit Crown Princess Mary in her home at Amalienborg Castle. Her visiting the Crown Princess was on occasion of the International Girl's Day arranged by UN. Farzana comes from Citi Polli in Bangladesh - one of the country's many slums. She told the Crown Princess about her upbringing and her work as a volunteer. In particular, she works to fight child marriages and encourage children and young people to continue going to school. And she is 14 years old. We differently need more like her.

UN's International Girl's Day aim to raise awareness of the issues girls around the world faces every day because of their gender.

Crown Princess Mary and Farzana also attended a more official celebration of the girl's day. That took place at Gasværksvejens School in Copenhagen. They arrived together and met the press. To me it seems like the Crown Princess was utterly proud of the young fighter. Visiting Gasværksvejens School both Crown Princess Mary and Farzana talked about how important school is for girls to have the right to go to school.

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C40 WORLD MAYORS SUMMIT

10th October

The Crown Prince Couple had just arrived home from Paris, when they hosted a dinner at Christiansborg Castle on occasions on C40 World Mayors Summit. This year, Copenhagen has been selected as the host city for the event. The summit gathers mayors, climate experts and business leaders from all over the world to discuss more innovative climate solutions.

Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary arrived in a good mood with smiles on both of their faces. I am sure they have been looking forward to host this dinner. The Great Hall was beautifully decorated with golden chairs, white tablecloths, polished cutlery and for sure a menu worth waiting for. Before dinner was served the Crown Prince gave a speech and welcomed the guests.

The dinner at Christiansborg was broadcasted on Danish television, but unfortunately I was unable to follow the broadcasted live. Hopefully you watched with great pleasure. If you didn't get the chance, here you go, here. 

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DAY 3. BUSINESS PROMOTION VISIT IN PARIS

9th October

It has been some really amazing days already for the Crown Prince Couple and for the rest of us following them on they visit in Paris. From October 7-9th the couple has been staying in Paris along with a Danish business delegation. The promotion visit was all about sharing ideas and knowledge about healthcare and energy.

Wednesday morning Crown Prince Frederik started the day by visiting Station F.  It is a campus for entrepreneurship. Here tech-companies are gathered to discuss development and realization of future projects. He was given a guided tour by Xavier Niel, the founder of Station F. Later on he visited the French Ministry of Economy and Finance.

While the Crown Prince, his wife payed a visit to a very special lady - Mrs. Brigitte Macron. The meeting took place at Lycée Lamartine (a school of general and technological education). One thing unique about the school is that it teaches Danish. So if any of you would like to learn Danish Lamartine is the place to go. Mrs. Macron and Crown Princess Mary have met before and it seems like the two of them are getting along really well. Anyway, it seems like they enjoyed each others company visiting Lycée Lamartine. The Danish Girls Choir, who entertained the previous night at the City Hall, had also found their way to the French school.

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DAY 2. BUSINESS PROMOTION VISIT IN PARIS

8th October

● BUSINESS PROMOTION VISIT ●

The Crown Prince Couple were on a three day visit in Paris with business delegation consisting of representatives from 50 different Danish companies. The promotion visit focuses on, among other things, sharing knowledge in the field of healthcare and energy, which is why the visit is entitled "Denmark and France - together for a better life and a sustainable future".

The couple were separated most day. Not until the evening the couple were on their own. First thing in the morning Crown Prince Frederik attended the French National Assembly, Assemblée Nationale. He then sailed to Île Séguin. Today Île Séguin is a urban development project. Later on the Crown Prince attended a seminar on vindpower in Cæur Défense. In the afternoon he visited the urban development conference "Development of Greater Paris". This is just some of the events Crown Prince Frederik attended on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, Crown Princess Mary payed a visit to the nursing home Korian Monceau that is part of the Korian Group - the largest provider of private care services in Europe. The occupant of the nursing home clearly enjoyed their visit from Denmark. Later on the Crown Princess participated the seminar "Purchasing and innovations" in the Danish church in Paris. She gave a speech at the event. Before visiting Les Peupliers (a private hospital), she had lunch at the Danish restaurant Flora Danica located in Danmarkshuset.

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DAY 1. BUSINESS PROMOTION VISIT IN PARIS

7th October

● BUSINESS PROMOTION VISIT ●

Quite a while ago it was announced that Crown Prince Frederik and his wife, Crown Princess Mary were going on a business promotion visit to Paris on October 7-9th.

The couple arrived in the morning along with a Danish business delegation. The 50 Danish businesses and organisations that are part of the delegation is in Paris to participate the business promotion visit. This year the visit is entitled 'Denmark and France - together for a better life and a sustainable future' and focuses on energy, sustainable cities and health. The Danish court announced  that especially elderly care, “smart hospitals” and “life science” as well as wind energy, district heating and urban development are the main focus.

First the Crown Prince Couple attended the official opening of the visit at La Grande Arche - a new Triumphal Arch designed by the Danish architect, Johan Otto von Spereckelsen. The Crown Prince held the opening speech wearing chic new glasses. They then attended at meet and greet with the participating Danish delegation.

In the afternoon did Crown Prince Frederik visited the French company, EDF Group which is the largest producer of electricity in France. He then visited the district heating manufacturer Dalkia's showroom and he attended the 30th anniversary celebration of La Grande Arch. Meanwhile did Crown Princess Mary visit the Georges-Pompidou hospital. One of the biggest public hospitals in Paris.

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DAY 2: YOUTH INNOVATION SUMMIT IN MOROCCO

4th October

● MORNING RUN ●

A while ago it was announced that Crown Princess Mary was going to Morocco to attend the Youth Innovation Summit 2019 in Rabat. This is why she flew to Morocco on October 3rd. She was about to stay for two days. On the first day she attended a seminar followed by a dinner with 100 talented young people who have been trying to figure out solutions to some of Morocco's biggest social and economic challenges, here.

October 4th started with a morning run because exercise happens to be one of the best ways to encourage Moroccan young people in a sustainable agenda in. So Crown Princess Mary had replaced her floral dress from the previous day with running tights and a cap. The morning exercise took place in Park Hassan II which was also as part of the opening of Youth Dialogue Festival - an event based on dialogue and talk about sustainable development and how to encourage young people in the debate.

She was in a great spirit leading the large group of runners. The Crown Princess was one big smile and happy eyes participating the morning run in Park Hassan II in Rabat. What a wonderful way to kick off her last day in Morocco.

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DAY 1: YOUTH INNOVATION SUMMIT IN MOROCCO

3rd October

On October 3rd the Crown Princess arrived to Morocco after having visited Frydenhøj School in Hvidovre in the morning, here. From one end to another end of the world. She is in Morocco to participate the Youth Innovation Summit 2019. The summit places place in Rabat - the capital city of Morocco.

The Youth Innovation Summit gathers around a hundred young people. All the talented young people where getting together to try and solve some of Morocco's biggest social and economic challenges with innovative and creative solutions - with the support from a committed Danish Crown Princess.

Shortly after the arrived she already had her first appearance. Usually she does not attend any events till the following day, but the visit only lasted October 3rd and 4th. The Crown Princess was warmly welcomed by, among others, Rachid Talbi Alami (Morocco's Minister of Sports and Youth) and some of the participants.

Crown Princess Mary spend lot of time listening and questioning the young talents participating the summit. With great eagerness they told her about their ideas and what challenges they had to face. She was constantly surrounded by curious young people who wanted to talk to her and get a glimpse of her - we get it, right? Afterwards she attended a dinner on the occasion of the summit.

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THE MEDIA COMPETITION 2019

3rd October

As chairwoman and founder of the Mary Foundation the Crown Princess arrived to Frydenhøj School in Hvidovre because the 7th grade participate in the Media Competition 2019. The schoolclass is just one of many across Denmark participating the competition. This years theme was bout death and serious disease. Because of the theme, this years competition was entitled "Death is something we talk about".

The competition takes place for the 7th time and engage young people in the age of around 13 to 16, to try out different journalistic genres and act as news editor with life and death as the focal point. The project is developed by Politiken, Ekstra Bladet and Jyllands-Poste - three Danish newspapers. This year Østifterne, Children, Youth & Grief and the Mary Foundation joined the project. Although the foundation is only an official part of the project this year, the Crown Princess also supported the Media Competition last year.

The Crown Princess later shared that she enjoyed spending time with the young people participating the competition. She expressed her commitment to the project and how impressive it had been to see that young participating were as committed as they were. She also spend time with the participants listening to their personal stories and what thoughts they had about the theme and project in general.

She also encouraged the young people to share, talk and ask more openly about life and death. To the press she expressed how she talks to her own children about the topic. She try to make it as natural as possible and uses her own experiences to make it more natural.

CROWN PRINCESS MARY IS WRITING HISTORY

2nd October

It was a huge day on October 2nd for both Crown Princess Mary, her mother-in-law, her husband and for Danish history. From now on the Crown Princess can work as regent if and when Queen Margrethe is, for instance, not around. The decision of making her regent was adopted on at a state council meeting on Wednesday. During the same meeting, she gave her signature and with that she accepted to comply with the Danish Constitution (called Grundlov).

Today, Crown Prince Frederik is the first to take over his mothers duties. But Prince Joachim and Princess Benedikte (and now Crown Princess Mary) are able to take on the Queen's obligations. Crown Princess Mary you are now one step closer to learn what it takes to become Queen of Denmark. She deserves to be congratulated, right? So congratulations from all of us to the Crown Princess with her new title.

THE OPENING OF THE PARLIAMENT 2019

1st October

As an annual tradition, the royal family were gathered at Christiansborg Castle to attend the opening of the Danish Parliament. Princess Benedikte arrived first followed by Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary. Last, Queen Margrethe arrived and were welcomed with smiles, handshakes and flowers (of course). Usually, Prince Joachim and his wife Princess Marie also participate but as you know they have moved to France and were not able to be part of the opening.

The first Tuesday of October the Parliament officially comes back from vacation. It is marked with the gathering of the Parliament and Government present. And of course with the Royal family attending. This year was a bit special because Denmarks newly selected Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen held her very first speech in Folketinget.

Both Princess Benedikte, the Crown Prince Couple and Queen Margrethe watched the opening from the balcony. It is located right of the rostrum.

THE SUPREME COURT SEATET AT CHRISTIANSBORG FOR 100 YEARS

30th September

Another great day at work. Crown Princess Mary attended as guest of honor the day where the Supreme Court celebrated its 100th anniversary being seated at Christiansborg Castle. Celebrating the anniversary took place at Thorvaldsens Museum - an art museum located in Copenhagen.

The Royal House writes on this occasions that Christianborg Castle has burned to the grown on two different occasions. It was rebuild for the second time in 1928. Nine years prior, the Danish Supreme Court inaugurated their headquarters in premises that were already completed. This is why the Supreme Court now celebrates its 100th anniversary seated at Christiansborg Castle.

All 18 judges of the Supreme Court and representatives from the legal, political and cultural part of the Danish public life where gathered at Thorvaldsens Museum to celebrate the big day along with the Crown Princess. Seems like she was in a really splendid mood. Especially at the arrival. A few pictures have also been published from inside the reception and Crown Princess Mary is in a great mood - all smiles.

CROWN PRINCESS MARY'S BRIDGE HAS OPENED

28th September

It was a very special day when Crown Princess Mary arrived to Frederikssund on Saturday. The Crown Princess was about to inaugurate a newly built bridge - her very own bridge. Or at least it is named after her. The bridge now connect the vest and north of Sjælland, and is crossing Roskilde Fjord.

The Crown Princess was in a splendid mood when arriving to Frederikssund. Despite the weather not showing the best of what we call Danish Fall weather, she was one big smile. We get why, right? How often do you get to open your very own bridge? Not often. Around 10,000 people had showed up to participate the inauguration. By participate, I mean literally participate. As part of the inauguration the 10,000 attendances would either walk or run a one mile, 5 kilometers or cross the bridge in a 10 kilometers walk or run. The Crown Princess chose to walk one mile - yes in 100mm heeled shoes.

Right from the beginning, people wanted her attention. All wanted a picture and a handshake, and that is what they got. Crown Princess Mary took plenty of time to talk with and meet many of the attendances.

HEALTHCARE DENMARK'S AMBASSADOR SUMMIT 2019

27th September

It was a proud and honored patron of Healthcare DENMARK who arrived to the Ambassador Summit 2019. The Crown Princess was in a splendid mood when she arrived. She was warmly welcomed by representatives from the organization. The summit took place at the Kennedy Centre in Glostrup.

Healthcare DENMARK is a non-profit-organization. They develops visit programs to foreign decision-makers and press delegations. The programs aim to show the Danish healthcare system and how its innovative solutions works.

As patron the Crown Princess entered the stage and gave a speech on the occasion of the summit. Her speech has only generated positive comments and it is fully understandable. She is strong with words She was also given a guided four around one of their laboratories. To me it seems like she was in her right element - listening, learning and sharing.

WELCOME FALL WITH PURA LOPEZ

Fall is just around the corner. We get to wear all these lovely darker colors as burgundy, emerald green and navy blue. We also get to wear warm knitted sweaters, long wool-blend coats and nice printed scarves with matching accessories. This is, by no doubt, my favorite time a year. I love the feeling of it being cold outside and wearing warm and cozy outfits. I am in my right element during this cold season With Fall and Winter also comes the question: what shoes to wear? That is why I made this specific post in collaboration with Pura Lopez - one of Crown Princess Mary's favorite shoe designers. I found six pair of shoes from their collection to help you chose the right shoes to welcome Fall. The guide includes both heeled boots and ankle boots, but also colored pumps and strappy sandals. All shoes are from Lopez' present collection and is available on their website. You find a complete shopping list at the end of the post. Have fun and hopefully you will be inspired to what will become your future purchase.

LOKK CONFERENCE 'NORDIC WOMEN AGAINST VIOLENCE 2019'

20th September

Crown Princess Mary had an important meeting with Mogens Jensen, Danish Minister for Food, Fisheries, Gender Equality & Nordic Cooperation. The two of them have met and traveled together on several previous occasions. At the meeting the Crown Princess and Minister discussed different topics dealing with gender equality, here.

In the afternoon Crown Princess Mary arrived to Hotel Scandic in Copenhagen to attend the opening of the conference 'Nordic Women Against Violence 2019'. Crown Princess Mary is patron of the organisation hosting the conference LOKK - Landsorganisationen af Kvindekrisecentre (the Country Organization of Women Crisis Center).

As both patron and guest of honor, she gave a speech at the opening. In her speech, among others, she mentioned that gender equality in genereal is more common than most other places in the world. Still the extent of both physic and mental violence against ones partner is a bigger issue than we may think. She made it clear that we have to be more focuses on mental violence due to the intensification of criminal cases involving this kind of violence. Applaus for her well-chosen words and the fact that she is committed to make a difference on such an important, but hard topic to talk about. The embedded post from the Mary Foundation's Facebook page shows the Crown Princess speaking in front of her audience.