All of Queen Mary of Denmark’s most fabulous fashion moments

Mary supported local designers during her five-day tour of Australia, stepping out in a Zimmermann ensemble for the An Evening in the Garden event at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne.

It is not the first time that the thrifty royal has worn the ensemble, as the floral spring dress is a staple in the Queen’s wardrobe.

She memorably sported the outfit to her nephew Count Henrik’s confirmation in 2023, as well as for a trip to Paris that same year.

Mary oozed sophistication as she stepped out to deliver a presentation on sustainability at Melbourne’s Sophia at the Prahran Arcade.

She dazzled in a Raquel Diniz Armonia Dress and completed her elegant ensemble with a pair of Gianvito Rossi 105 Pumps.

In line with her sustainability ethos, it is a beloved item from Mary’s wardrobe, and she previously wore it back in 2021.

Queen Mary and King Frederik were welcomed back to her native Australia with a State Banquet in Canberra.

For the night, she looked effortlessly elegant in a sparkling teal gown by one of her favourite designers, Jesper Høvring.

It was a full-circle moment as she previously sported the same gown when she made a state visit to Australia in 2011.

Starting 2026 in style, Queen Mary wore a navy blue floor-length gown by Jesper Høvring on January 5.

For her accessories, she wore earrings from the Danish Pearl Poire set and carried a navy Quidam clutch.

Along with King Frederik, she hosted the Supreme Court judges, and the Royal Life Guards, and the Guard Hussar Regiment’s Officer Corps.

Then, they welcomed the mayors and regional council chairmen from across Denmark.

For their third and final event of the day, they went to the New Year’s Court for the Diplomatic Corps at Christiansborg Palace.

Queen Mary made an entrance into 2026 when she hosted Copenhagen’s New Year’s Day celebrations on January 1.

For the New Year, she wore an off-white lace top by Lasse Spangenberg, and a Jesper Høvring corsage and skirt.

She also wore her beloved Rose-Cut Diamond Bandeau Tiara and earrings from the Danish Crown Diamond Parure.

Her gold chain held her Order of the Elephant was also attached, which she has worn repeatedly to mark the New Year.

Queen Mary once again nailed business-chic as she attended the launch of the Community Survey 2025 at Store Vega in Copenhagen.

She wore one of her favourite outfits, a Dolce & Gabbana grey striped suit, for the occasion, which she styled with a black jumper.

Mary completed her look with Gianvito Rossi ankle boots and her staple Prada black handbag.

Queen Mary once again brought out one of her most beloved wardrobe items when visiting Brazil for CP30.

For a festive dinner in Belem with Brazil’s First Lady, Rosângela Lula da Silva, Mary wowed in an embroidered dress from Etro.

She also joined COP30 leaders at the dinner, which marked the end of a Danish-Brazilian collaboration focusing on sustainable gastronomy in the Amazon.

Queen Mary picked a show-stopping cutout creation by Australian brand Zimmermann as she joined fellow royals, including Queen Rania of Jordan and Prince Albert of Monaco, as she attended the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza.

While her lace ensemble looked like a dress, it was in fact the matching Natura skirt and top in a pale mint colour. The style-savvy royal paired the look with “Love 100” crystal-embellished mesh heels by Jimmy Choo, which retail for $1750.

The Queen was a vision in red as she attended a State dinner at Riga Castle in Latvia as part of a two-day visit to the country with her husband, King Frederik.

Notably, this is the first time the Danish royals have visited the Baltic country since they became King and Queen in January 2024.

For the occasion, Mary wore a dazzling diamond tiara and a satin ballgown from Danish designer, Soeren Le Schmidt.

Typically known for her high-glamour looks, Queen Mary stepped out in an unusually understated ensemble on October 1.

She joined her husband, King Frederik, in hosting a dinner for EU heads of state and government at Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen.

Mary looked business-ready in a sophisticated white gown with a black blazer, which she later removed during the dinner with the political figures.

Frederik also looked dapper in a tailored suit as they hosted the likes of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Prince Albert of Monaco.

Mary pulled out all the stops as she attended the Research Evening at the National Museum.

The 53-year-old looked elegant in a navy tulle gown from designer Carla Zampatti, which she styled with matching stiletto heels from Gianvito Rossi.

Mary once again stepped out wearing one of her favourite Aussie designers, Zimmermann, as she attended the Nordic Rare Disease Summit.

She sported a gorgeous peach floral print midi dress from the brand, which she teamed with her staple Prada suede jacket.

The royal completed her chic ensemble with a pair of Gianvito Rossi pumps.

Mary looked ready to take to the seas in a sailing-inspired outfit while disembarking the Royal Ship Dannebrog at Nordre Toldbod.

For the summer party, Mary dressed in one of her favourite wardrobe staples, her white broderie lace dress by Temperley London.

She has been spotted in the number on countless occasions, but this time styled it with a Canopy Bay from Australia designer Deborah Hutton.

Another of her favourite items of clothing also made an appearance, her cropped Prada jacket.

One of her most sophisticated looks came when Mary attended the mythology exhibition opening at Thorvaldsens Museum.

She certainly captured attention as she stepped out in a patterned suit co-ord from The Fold London.

She added some glitz with jewellery from brands including Louise Grønlykke and Dulong Fine Jewellery.

The Danish Royal couple hosted a dinner for the UNI Chief Executives Board at Kronborg Castle on May 7, arriving by water on the Royal Ship Dannebrog.

For the event, the Queen wore the ‘Narella’ hogarth print pleated chiffon dress from Erdem (a favourite in her wardrobe), which she paired with her Lady Dior Clutch in blue, Gianvito 105 powder blue suede pumps and aquamarine and diamond earrings from Bruun Rasmussen.

Donned in a navy blue dress from Copenhagen fashion house, Soeren Le Schmidt, the Queen attended a church service in Copenhagen that was held in connection with the 80th anniversary of Denmark’s liberation.

Notably, the brand also designed the dress Queen Mary wore to her husband, King Frederik’s ascension to the throne ceremony in early 2024.

The Danish royal family got dressed up for a performance at the Royal Theatre’s Old Stage in Copenhagen in the lead-up to Princess Isabella’s 18th birthday.

For the occasion, Queen Mary re-wore her black satin top and fringed sequin skirt from Malene Birger, and jewellery and brooches from the Danish Royal Collection.

Princess Isabella’s 18th birthday celebrations began with an event at Aarhus City Hall.

For the occasion, Mary wore her Emilia Wickstead tweed pencil skirt once again, a Hugo Boss silk blouse and a Joseph wool and cashmere coat.

The event brought over 100 young people together from local youth organisations and educational institutions and paid tribute to the city’s many young talents in the creative fields.

Her Majesty wore a striking cobalt ensemble as she visited a Counselling Centre at Herlev Hospital in Denmark on April 9, 2025.

The matching trouser suit is from the London-based label The Fold and features a peplum-style jacket and flared trousers.

On the evening of her second day in Paris, Queen Mary of Denmark hosted a dinner to thank her and King Frederik’s French hosts at Le Grand Hotel with the theme ‘Denmark – France: Partnering for a Resilient Europe for the Future’ in four areas: renewable energy, healthcare, defence and culture.

She wore a sophisticated black coat dress with gold detailing from Italian label Taller Marmo, with sheer matching heels and gold earrings from Alma e Coração Jewellery.

On day two of her state visit to France, the Danish royal couple joined the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, and France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron in a visit to both a kindergarten school and an artist workshop in Paris.

Her Majesty wore a smart business suit from Australian brand Scanlan Theodore, which she also donned on her day of official appearances in Sydney on April 29, 2023.

Mary looked beautiful as always in a sophisticated semi-sheer high-necked blouse that she paired with a spring-themed A-line silk floral skirt as she attended a gala in the Élysée Palace on day one of her state visit to France.

Her outfit was further accessorised with a pearl-adorned clutch bag and gold and topaz earrings from Danish brand Ole Lynggaard that retail for almost $25,000 AUD.

Notably, while wearing a tiara is customary for most gala dinners, the Danish Queen opted not to wear one on this occasion, presumably because France removed the strict white-tie and tiara dress code required for state banquets in the early 2000s.

On the first day of a state visit to Finland in March 2025, the Danish royals were welcomed with a welcome gala hosted by the Finnish Presidential couple at the Presidential Palace in Helsinki.

For the event, Queen Mary wore Queen Caroline Amalie’s gold diadem that featured several antique treasures, as well as Princess Vilhelmine Marie’s bracelet with Vesuvsten – two items of jewellery that haven’t been worn for over 140 years.

These glamorous accessories were paired with a lace gown with gold detailing, matching waistband, and semi-sheer sleeves from her favourite designer, Jesper Høvring. This gown was last worn for the Danish royals’ annual New Year’s Eve party in 2019.

Queen Mary was dressed in a gown previously worn by Catherine, Princess of Wales, when she attended an Arts and Culture Ball at Christiansborg Palace in February 2025, after first wearing it for her 50th birthday portrait in 2022.

The pale pink long-sleeved sequin “Georgia” gown from Jenny Packham was worn by the British royal in 2023 at a state banquet held to celebrate the wedding of Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan to Princess Rajwa and then again that same year for a Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace.

Despite the winter weather, the Queen wore a vibrant velvet amethyst matching set from Temperley London with a matching clutch to a state dinner held to celebrate the arrival of Egypt’s President for a two-day state visit in Denmark.

The Daish royal stunned in a beautiful black pantsuit at the 20-Year Celebration of the Crown Prince Couple Awards.

Queen Mary wore the ‘Dover’ tuxedo jumpsuit from Max Mara, which featured satin-lined lapels and boxy shoulders for a structured look. She finished off the look with a pair of yellow pumps from Manolo Blahnikand a canary yellow envelope clutch from Prada.

This royal looked regal in this red A-line ball gown as she joined her husband at a special dinner at Bellevue Palace in Berlin, Germany, held to honour the heads of state of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.

With cap sleeves, a daring leg slit, and cinched waist, our Mary was a vision!

Notably, she re-wore her favoured pearl drop earrings from her wedding day as well as a 200-year-old royal heirloom around her wrist. Comprised of 213 pearls surrounding a portrait of Princess Augusta of Bavaria, the bracelet has been worn by the nation’s queens at state events for over a century.

Her Majesty wore a regal one-shoulder velvet evening gown from favoured designer Jesper Hovring to a gala dinner to celebrate 25 years of the US Chamber of Commerce in Copenhagen.

The look was completed by her Rebekka Notkin Cuff Bracelet and Darling Earrings, her Gianvito Rossi Patent Leather 105 pumps, and a bright yellow Yves Saint Laurent Muse Clutch for a fun pop of colour.

The King and Queen of Denmark held a state banquet at Christiansborg Palace to formally welcome Icelandic President Halla Tómasdóttir and her husband, Björn Skúlason, in early autumn 2024.

Notably, the Icelandic state visit is the first inbound state visit for the Royal Couple and the first outbound state visit for the newly elected president of Iceland.

For the important occasion, Mary stole the spotlight in a dazzling blue gown by favoured brand Jesper Høvring and her Pearl Poire tiara, which she first wore during her state visit to Norway in May.

She paired the headpiece with the Antique Diamond Parure and earrings – a collection of jewels made famous by Queen Margrethe during her 52-year reign.

Despite a few days on royal business, Queen Mary still made time for a working Dinner at the embassy in Brazil as part of her role as a patron of the United Nations Population Fund.

For the occasion, the mother-of-four wore a matching Polka Dot set from Diane von Furstenberg that was paired with a gorgeous Leather Crystal Belt from Dolce and Gabbana and stylish gold accessories.

To celebrate the 400th anniversary of the Nasdaq Copenhagen Stock Exchange (formerly known as the Copenhagen Stock Exchange), a gala dinner was held at Moltkes Palace, where Queen Mary and King Frederik dazzled.

Complimenting the black and white suit of her husband, Mary wore her hair slicked back behind her shoulders to fully show off her gorgeous Lasse Spangenberg gown.

The royal opted to wear a cornflower blue blouse with bell sleeves and a keyhole neckline by Spice Girl turned fashion designer Victoria Beckham during an appearance at the National Conference for Health Care Nurses with the Mary Foundation.

Paired with a gorgeous autumnal maxi skirt with pleats, red flowers, and blue accents to match her blouse, the Australian looked effortlessly chic on the occasion.

This isn’t the first time that she has been photographed in the Twisted Silk Crepe De Chine Top in Sky Blue, after stepping out in the Victoria Beckham design in 2022 for the inauguration of the University College South Denmark.

At a reception held for returning Danish Olympians and Paralympians, the Queen repeat wore her Kaleidoscope Floral-Print Midi Dress from Aussie fashion brand Zimmerman and her favoured Gianvito Rossi Nude heels.

To further bring the outfit together, the royal opted to wear a multi-strand rope belt from Etro to cinch her waist and the Kharisma Earrings with Coral Pearls from Danish business Dulong Fine Jewellery.

At a prestigious awards dinner held in Copenhagen, the royal was a vision in blue in the figure-flattering ‘Elodie‘ lace dress from Australian label MOSS & SPY.

She paired the look with her signature Gianvito Rossi navy satin pumps and an embellished blue clutch from Prada.

To wrap up their week-long royal tour to Greenland, Mary and her husband attended an official dinner at the Kulturhuset Katuaq Cultural Centre.

For the regal occasion, Mary wore a bespoke gown designed by the luxury brand Teri Jon by Ricki Freeman. Featuring a mandarin collar, billowing ankle-length skirt, and cinched waist with gold leaf embellishments, it’s safe to say that Mary stole the show.

The gown was further elevated by 18-carat gold ‘Winter Frost’ earrings from Danish brand Ole Lynnggaard, a diamond ‘Glory’ tennis bracelet from Dulong Fine Jewellery, and matching gold stilettos.

Queen Mary swapped her usually high-brow fashion for a more relaxed summer look for the high school graduation of her son, Crown Prince Christian.

Her delightful print midi-skirt paired perfectly with her gorgeous white blouse and a pair of simple tan heels.

Over the years, Mary has paid homage to her Australian roots by donning outfits from beloved Aussie fashion brands, including Zimmerman!

Stepping out for an appearance at the annual Maratonsang event (commemorating the longest day of the year) at Vartov College in Denmark, the Queen wore this gorgeous ankle-length orange dress from the brand with a white print of lilies.

She accessorised the chic ensemble with a pair of matching orange heels from Malone Souliers and matching statement earrings that each featured a large blue-green gem.

The royal was a vision in pink as she waved to well-wishers from the balcony of Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen.

Mary has previously worn this hot pink, long-sleeved dress from Italian fashion brand No.21’s spring/summer 2018 collection on five occasions, the first being her husband’s 50th birthday celebrations in 2018.

No matter the colour, the mother-of-four never ceases to dazzle when donning a gown.

During a state visit to Norway, the royal was invited alongside her husband, King Frederik of Denmark, to a State Banquet hosted by King Harald V of Norway at The Royal Palace in Oslo.

For the occasion, she opted to wear a gorgeous lilac Birgit Hallstein Couture gown – a dress she first wore in 2015 to the wedding of Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden.

The outfit was elevated by a dainty lilac shawl and accessorised with the Danish Pearl Poire Tiara.

 In celebration of Queen Mary of Denmark and King Frederik IV of Denmark embarking on their first state visit since becoming crowned, Queen Silvia of Sweden and King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden held a state banquet in their honour at Stockholm Palace.

Given the significance of the occasion, the Australian-born royal wore the Danish Parure tiara set alongside the prestigious Star of the Order of the Elephant, the Sash and Star of the Swedish Order of the Seraphim, and the traditional portrait of the reigning monarch.

As for her gown, she looked every bit royal with an embroidered maroon floral bodice from Jesper Hovring that fit perfectly and a cinched silk floor-length golden skirt.

After arriving on Swedish shores, Mary ditched the navy for this cream-tweed Mark Kenly Domino midi dress.

With her doting husband by her side and a beautiful floral bouquet in her hands, Mary was all smiles as she boarded The Royal Ship Dannebrog to sail to Sweden for a state visit on May 2nd.

Her polka-dot blue navy gown paired beautifully with her pumps and white fascinator from Maggie Mowbray Millinery.

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 since the coronation.

She 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 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.

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). 

She wore a striking coordinating blue ensemble with a peplum-style jacket that was accessorised with a large, wide-brim hat, heels, and gloves that all matched.

On January 14th, 2024, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark stepped down 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 Hallstein also designed. 

Her outfit was completed with Mary’s glittering Danish Duby Parure Earrings and their matching brooch, ring, and hair clips.

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