Since her induction into the Danish royal family in 2004, Queen Mary of Denmark has garnered significant attention, both from her marriage to King Frederik X of Denmark, and how she has thrown herself into her royal duties, always donning a stylish and elegant ensemble as she does so.
Frequenting the public eye over the years at various royal engagements and events, the mother of four has proven herself to be a fashion-forward figure, her natural poise and elegance shining through her timeless outfit choices.
From casual yet chic fits to ball gowns and expertly tailored high fashion, the Australian-born royal is known for her ability to transition her wardrobe from day to night effortlessly and with unbridled sophistication.
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So stylish is the new Queen of Denmark that she has transcended the need to be fashionable, or don the latest luxury designs from global fashion houses. In fact, she often re-wears her wardrobe, especially her most treasured pieces.
“I think she sets herself apart from being fashionable,” Style Director of our sister publication of the Australian Women’s Weekly Mattie Cronan has previously said.
“I don’t think Mary needs to be fashionable.”
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“Mary’s fashion choices aren’t obvious and she is not a slave to high fashion, opting for well-made or sustainable styles that will stand the test of time,” she added.
“[Her] style has stayed pretty consistent over the past two decades. She is polished, unfussy, and always elegant.”
Here we take a look at some of Queen Mary’s best outfits of all time…
Donning a sophisticated peplum-style cobalt blue button blazer jacket with matching flared slacks from London-based label, The Fold and heels from Jimmy Choo, Queen Mary looked beautiful as she participated in a 20th-anniversary event for The National Museum of Denmark on April 9th.
The outfit was accessorised with a personal touch, as the royal wore her frequently photographed necklace that features her husband King Frederik’s initials, as well as those of her four children.
On April 7th, the Australian-born royal inaugurated the incorporation of the southern part of Jægersborg Hegn as an untouched forest for deer at Naerum Port in Copenhagen.
For the occasion, Mary well and truly embodied country elegance, pairing a turtleneck grey patterned jumper with a black Seeland Cottage Quilt Lady Waistcoat, grey suede floppy hat, a practical green vest, and hand warmers.
Five days earlier in Copenhagen, Queen Mary attended a special military event to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the National Guard at The Freedom Museum.
Rugged up against the cool weather, the royal wore her shoulder-length brunette locks out with a warm fedora-style hat fit snugly over her ears to compliment a stunning regal navy blue coat, navy leather gloves, and brown-heeled boots.
Queen Mary certainly was dressed for the occasion as she welcomed members of the Government and the Secretary of the State Council to the first State Council Dinner in Frederick VIII’s Palace in Amalienborg of her, and husband King Frederik’s reign.
The 52-year-old wore a flowing maxi sequin skirt that brushed the floor from By Malene Birger – a skirt she first wore back in 2007 – and paired it with a gorgeous black satin off-the-shoulder top.
Bringing the look together were earrings, a brooch, and a bracelet from the Danish Ruby Parure.
On February 29, the Queen paired this purple business blouse with a high-waist grey woolen skirt as she attended a Rare Disease Day event in Copenhagen.
The simple, yet perfectly styled look was completed by diamond earrings from Sophie Bille Brahe, and custom rings and bracelets from Dulong Fine Jewelry.
She last wore the light grey suede boots from Gianvito Rossi in 2021 when she attended an event for the International Day of the Girl Child.
The mother of four paired this double-breasted outfit and matching trousers from British brand The Fold with pale pink, snakeskin pumps and a gorgeous calfskin leather clutch by Danish brand Quidam Bags to the Elite Research Awards held in Copenhagen on February 26th.
On January 28, 2024, Queen Mary went outside of Denmark for the first time since King Frederik’s accession. She attended the Men’s EHF Euro 2024 final at Lanxess Arena in Cologne, Germany, in a beautiful burgundy Alexander McQueen suit.
This outing also marks Queen Mary’s first solo engagement since her husband’s reign began.
Queen Mary looked stunning in a purple dress and matching hat as she participated in a celebratory church service at Aarhus Cathedral.
She matched with her mother-in-law, Queen Margrethe, who also wore a purple dress.
In her first public appearance since ascending to the throne of Denmark, Queen Mary was joined by her husband, and eldest son for a meeting at the Folketing (Danish Parliament).
The 52-year-old wore a striking coordinating blue ensemble with a peplum-style jacket that was accessories with a large wide-brim hat, heels, and gloves that all matched.
On January 14th, 2024, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark stepped down from her position as Queen of Denmark, abdicating her throne in favour of her eldest son and heir apparent Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark, and his wife, Princess Mary.
Looking every inch a royal in a regal white outfit that was handcrafted by Sooeren Le Schmidt and Birgit Hallstein, the full-length gown featured a sweeping neckline fabric that was expertly draped around her neck and over her shoulder, bearing a striking similarity to her Uffe Frank wedding gown which was also designed by Hallstein.
Her outfit was completed with Mary’s glittering Danish Duby Parure Earrings and their matching brooch, ring and hair clips.
In 2023, Queen Mary donned several gorgeous floor-length gowns, each outfit a dazzling display of high fashion, and a reflection of her love of clean lines, block colouring, and beads.
To ring in 2023, the Tasmanian native wore a breathtaking Lasse Spangenberg Pearl Lace Gown, with matching grey pumps, her silver J.Furmani Stone Flap Clutch, and her Danish Ruby Parure Tiara.
Just days later, the royal dressed in a burgundy gown from Danish designer Lasse Spangenberg, which has previously been worn in both 2017 and 2018.
Later on in the year, she donned yet another burgundy dress, this time in a gorgeous velvet fabric designed by Birgit Hallstein, a repeat outfit from the 2020 New Year’s Gala as well as a dazzling nude number for a dinner at Amalienborg Castle in Copenhagen in June.
For her tour of the UNESCO World Heritage town Christiansfeld in mid 2023, Mary wore a delightful red dress designed by Racquel Diniz, tan-heeled sandals, and a cream saucer-style hat by Jane Taylor London.
The outfit was of course appropriately complimented by a bouquet of gorgeous flowers in hues of pink and red.
During a visit to Mary Elizabeth’s Hospital for children, teenagers, pregnant women, and their families with Queen Letizia of Spain, Mary wore a Dolce & Gabbana tweed high-waisted skirt with a crystal-collar crepe top from Red Valentino.
And in a final favourite high fashion moment from the year, we were blown away when we saw the then Crown Princess step out later that day in a billowing green jacquard-patterned skirt by H&M and an elegant off-the-shoulder top, accessorised with a dainty gold ‘F’ necklace – a sweet nod to her husband of almost 20 years.
On May 14th, 2004, Princess Mary’s life was irrevocably changed when she married the then-Crown Prince of Denmark in Copenhagen Cathedral.
As the world collectively held its breath to see what type of bridal gown the new Princess of Mary would wear, none were left disappointed when the then 32-year-old stepped out in a stunning wedding dress designed by Uffee Frank that was made from an ivory duchesse satin, with a gorgeous mother of pearl sheen and a skirt that was lined with 31 metres of tulle to add volume.
