Queen Mary of Denmark’s life is like something straight out of a fairytale.
The 52-year-old grew up in Tasmania, Australia and in her 20s, began working in marketing and advertising.
Then, during a chance encounter at the Sydney Olympics in 2000, Mary met Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark. The royal was instantly besotted with Mary, so the two started dating. They were engaged in 2003.
Following their engagement, Mary and Frederik tied the knot on May 14, 2004, and she became the Crown Princess. Not only this, but following Queen Margrethe’s abdication, Mary and Frederik were crowned as King and Queen of Denmark in early January 2024.
Flashforward to 2025, Mary and Fredrik share four beautiful children: Crown Prince Christian, Princess Isabella, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine.
But she has evolved her style as she’s gone from a normal Aussie girl to a Queen.
Need further proof? We’ve rounded up Queen Mary of Denmark’s best fashion moments below.
Deep indigo look
April 30, 2025
Her Majesty, Queen Mary, wore a deep purple-indigo blouse with a high neck, tie back and puffy sleeves to attend the opening of the exhibition ‘Danner af Danmark’ on April 30, 2025, at Frederiksborg Castle. She completed the look with a full black maxi skirt, black sling-back heels, and a purple clutch.
The exhibition tells the story of Countess Danner (Grevinne Danner). Formerly Louise Rasmussen, the Countess was a commoner, ballet dancer and stage actor who married King Frederik VII of Denmark. Their marriage actually took place at Kreferiksborg Castle Church, and the couple lived there until 1859 when it burned down.
Her story clearly resonates with Queen Mary, who also appeared in a video to promote the exhibition:
Fabulous in Florals
March 31, 2025
Queen Mary lived up to her fashion reputation while on a state visit to France. King Frederik and Queen Mary were on a three-day state visit to the country. She arrived in a stunning Dior number (a nod to the iconic French fashion house). We adore this floral outfit she wore to visit the Élysée Palace for a gala dinner.
She honoured both her home country of Australia and her adopted kingdom of Denmark with this gorgeous ensemble. The high-necked blouse with delicate lace appliqué is from Melbourne designer CLEA. She paired it with a stunning floral full-length skirt from Danish brand Lasse Spangenberg.
She opted not to wear a tiara to the event. She finished her look with simple heels, Ole Lynggaard earrings (another Danish designer), and a pearl-encrusted clutch. The clutch is a design from royal favourite Anya Hindmarch.
All white
March 5, 2025
Queen Mary was serving fresh looks on the Danish royal couple’s state visit to Finland in March 2025. In addition to a stunning black lace floor-length gown, Mary wowed with this crisp white suit with matching heels. She paired the look with gold earrings and a matching light-gold necklace. Pared-back elegance.
Two-tone flair
February 25, 2025
On February 25, 2025, the Queen presented the Ministry of Education and Research’s EliteForsk awards. Mary put her best fashion foot forward for the ceremony. She wore a blush-pink blouse from The Fold and a burgundy asymmetric skirt from Alexander McQueen. McQueen is one of Princess Catherine‘s favourite designers. She completed the look with matching burgundy suede boots and delicate rose-quartz earrings from Dulong Fine Jewellery.
Queen Mary and King Frederik marked the end of the New Year festivities with a final reception at Christiansborg Palace. The pair hosted a handful of representatives from the armed forces and the emergency management agency.
Once again, Her Majesty opted to re-wear a signature favourite, a blue Julie Fagerholt gown. However, many eyes were on the diamond brooch in the centre of her chest.
Previously owned by Queen Josefina of Sweden and Norway, the jewel made its way to Mary’s mother-in-law, Queen Margrethe. The former monarch was known to be quite fond of the brooch set and wore them often. Reserved purely for Queens, Mary can now wear the jewel with pride.
As the New Year celebrations continue, Queen Mary and King Frederik hosted an official reception at Christiansborg Palace.
For the occasion, Her Majesty re-wore a 2024 favourite. Designed by Teri Jon by Rickie Freeman, this fabulous gold and white gown was previously worn during her state visit to Greenland.
Queen Mary kicked off the new year in the most extravagant of ways. Her Majesty attended the annual New Year’s Gala at Amalienborg Palace. It was her first as Queen. She chose to wear a floor-length emerald-green velvet gown with lace detailing to the event.
Mary also donned the honour Order of the Elephant. It is a gold and diamond-encrusted representation of the oldest and most prestigious knighthood in Denmark.
6 December, 2024
Queen Mary and King Frederik hosted 160 guests at Christiansborg Castle for a State Dinner. It was in honour of His Excellency, the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Abdel Fattah Al Sis.
While Her Majesty wore a dazzling black evening gown, it was the tiara that caused the most intrigue. Only a week prior, it was announced that Mary had restored the Rosenstensettet Danish Crown Jewels. Together with a jeweller, they fashioned it into an elegant and understated rose stone diadem.
11 November, 2025
Queen Mary proved workwear doesn’t have to be boring.
Her Majesty visited the Deaconess Foundation (of which she is the patron) wearing a black, double-breasted jacket and matching flared trousers from The Fold.
But what really set Mary’s look apart from usual business attire was a red blouse from Isabel Marant. It featured a pie crust collar and ruffled sleeves.
Queen Mary’s day of royal engagements looked a little different on November 4. Her Majesty participated in a conference with Danish hospital clowns at the Severin Konferencehotel.
Mary opted for a floral red halter-neck blouse, a black full-length skirt, and black suede pumps. She wore her hair in an elegant wave and minimal jewellery.
Queen Mary accompanied her husband, King Frederik and the German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to an official dinner for the 25th anniversary of the Nordic Embassies in Berlin. The evening was dedicated to the heads of state of Finland, Iceland, Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
Her Majesty wore a stunning red evening gown, with her hair in a sleek updo.
Looking like she stepped out of a stylish time machine, Queen Mary turned heads in baby blue during her trip to Berlin. She and King Frederik visited the Reichstag, where they took a stroll on the rooftop. Her Majesty opted for a blue flared sleeve coat that perfectly matched her headband.
For the 25th anniversary of The American Chamber of Commerce in Denmark, Queen Mary and King Frederik attended a dinner in honour of the milestone.
For the event, Mary looked stunning in an asymmetrical velvet dress. The Queen of Denmark paired the black dress with a yellow clutch and bangles. The yellow colours of each perfectly matched her dress’s lining.
Queen Mary had a very busy day on September 23. In the morning, Her Majesty attended the National Conference for Health Nurses with the Mary Foundation.
This year’s conference theme was “Violence in the family”. It was officially opened with a speech from Her Majesty, who has sat as chairman of the foundation since 2007.
In the afternoon, Mary attended the Opera, where she honoured seven teachers with the 2024 Teaching Award. This award is given to teachers who excel in their profession.
Once again, the Danish queen chose to wear a piece from Victoria Beckham, a twisted silk blue top. She paired this with a pleated floral PAUL & JOE maxi skirt.
Queen Mary stepped out solo on September 4 to present the Carlsberg Foundation’s Research Awards in Copenhagen.
Her Majesty opted for a white and blue lace floral dress by Australian brand MOSS & SPY. She paired the dress with dark blue silk pumps and a matching satin Prada clutch.
Queen Mary joined King Frederik and Princess Benedikte at a reception for Olympic and Paralympic Games athletes. It was held at Fredensborg Palace.
Her Majesty stepped out in Aussie brand Zimmerman, opting for their Kaleidoscope mid-length floral dress paired with nude pumps.
King Frederik and Queen Mary embarked on a four-day visit around the Danish islands and ended their trip in Vejle.
Her Majesty looked stunning in a navy blue outfit. It featured a Prada cropped jacket, a Proenza Schouler printed silk blouse, and a Baum und Pferdgarten dotted mid-length skirt. Pink pumps completed the look.
Ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, King Frederik and Queen Mary cut the ribbon for the opening of the Danish pavilion at the Maison du Danemark on July 25. For the occasion, Mary opted for a patriotic red ensemble which she accessorised with gold bangles.
On an official royal visit to Greenland, the royal couple attended a dinner at Kulturhuset Katuaq. And boy, did Mary look incredibly regal.
She wore a bespoke gown from Teri Jon by Rickie Freeman. It featured a mandarin collar, full skirt and cinched waist as well as gold leaf embellishment. The Queen elevated the gown by wearing 18-carat gold ‘Winter Frost’ earrings from Ole Lynggaard. Furthermore, she donned a diamond ‘Glory’ tennis bracelet from Dulong Fine Jewellery and gold stilettos.
This shot was taken when King Frederik, Queen Mary and their twins, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine‘s were on a royal visit to Greenland. The foursome visited a new sound station run by Arctic Station, which will run all year round. It conducts research into sea mammals in Disko Bay.
For the visit, Mary rugged up in a navy puffer jacket, brown coat, khaki-green trousers and brown boots. Furthermore, she topped the look off with a woollen, maroon beanie. Talk about comfort and style colliding!
On June 24, Queen Mary’s eldest child Crown Prince Christian graduated from high school. For the momentous occasion, Mary opted for a chic ensemble consisting of a white blouse, floral skirt and also tan sandals.
Queen Mary hosted the Maratonsang Event at Vartov where she wore a dress designed by Aussie brand, Zimmermann.
The Australian-born Queen opted for a floral orange print maxi dress with a pair of similarly coloured pumps, and Gucci glasses.
Mary also wore a gold necklace with an ‘F’ pendant, a sweet gesture to honour her husband, King Frederik.
Queen Mary and King Frederik attended a royal service, held at Christiansborg Palace on June 5, to mark the 175th anniversary of the Constitution. For the event, Mary opted for a gorgeous hot pink Andrew Gn dress – a stylish item of clothing she’s publicly worn before.
Mary wore the same dress over a year ago to a pre-coronation celebration that was held for King Charles III at Buckingham Palace. We love a sustainable queen!
In celebration of King Frederik’s 56th birthday, thousands gathered at Amalienborg to see the whole Danish royal family make an appearance on the balcony of Frederick VIII’s Palace.
Queen Mary was seen wearing this bold pink pleated mid-length dress by the luxury Italian brand Numero Ventuno.
Queen Mary looked the part at the Global Fashion Summit in Copenhagen. During her opening address, the style icon implored the Fashion industry to give back more than it takes.
”Our planet is beautiful and fragile and we have a responsibility to protect and preserve it for our children and coming generations,” Queen Mary shared.
”Let’s all imagine … a fashion industry that gives more than it takes from people and planet.”
On their final day in Norway, Queen Mary chose a similar outfit but dressed it up for her visit to Akershus Castle.
Wearing a light blue blouse tucked into a tweed mid-length skirt, she looked effortlessly regal as she glided along the cobble streets in a pair of tan pumps.
On the second day of their state visit, Queen Mary made a subtle nod to her Australian heritage with a Canopy Bay Malibu hat. The brand is designed by Australian media personality Deborah Hutton.
The rest of Her Majesty’s outfit was the perfect Hamptons style for their visit to the Bjorvika waterfront. She wore a white linen collared shirt, navy blue maxi skirt, and also tan and black ballerina flats.
Queen Mary somehow manages to take our breath away every time she dons an evening gown.
This lilac Birgit Hallstein Couture gown is one Her Majesty first wore in 2015 to the wedding of Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden. The dress has been elevated with a sheer shawl draped around her shoulders of a similar colour, and paired with an elegant pair of grey pumps.
Of course, no state banquet would be complete without familial jewels, and this one was no different. Queen Mary opted for the Danish Pearl Poire Tiara along with the accompanying earrings.
Queen Mary and King Frederik arrived in Norway for an official state visit on May 14.
Her Majesty opted for a unique outfit in comparison to her usual block colours and tans. She wore a cream woollen Ralph Lauren blazer cinched at the waist with a pink belt, a blue printed midi skirt and pink pumps. Queen Mary then opted to elevate the look by adding a light blue floral fascinator.
Following her two-day visit to Sweden, Queen Mary departed on the royal yacht Dannebrog opting for a similar outfit to which she arrived.
This time Her Majesty was styled in a regal red mid-length dress paired with a camel shawl. She also went with an exact match pair of red suede pumps and a simple updo.
Durng their two-day state visit to Sweden, Queen Mary and King Frederik were honoured with a banquet at Stockholm Palace.
Her Majesty wore a gown with a maroon floral detailed bodice and a golden silk floor-length skirt. Her jewellery consisted of the Danish Ruby Parure tiara set, and also the 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.
Queen Mary and King Frederik attend their first state visit since their ascension to the Danish throne. Their Majesties will spend two days in Sweden from May 6-7, 2024.
Upon their arrival, the Australian-born Queen wore a cream tweed Mark Kenly Domino midi dress, along with a navy blue shawl, matching gloves, and a sweet bow bonnet of a similar colour.
After sailing from Copenhagen to Fredensborg, Queen Mary and King Frederik attended an official reception at Fredensborg Castle.
Her Majesty settled on a similar colour palette to earlier in the day, choosing a simple white blazer and blouse, along with navy blue trousers. She then added a pop of colour and intrigue with an ETRO brown leather belt, one she had previously worn before.
Queen Mary and King Frederik began their first daily season as reigning couple on May 2. The pair boarded The Royal Ship Dannebrog and waved to onlookers as they continued the Danish royal tradition.
Her Majesty once again reached for her seemingly preferred navy blue. Opting for a satin polka-dot midi dress, paired with navy leather pumps, Queen Mary finished her look with a stunning Maggie Mowbray Millinery off-white veil headpiece.
Queen Mary looked incredibly smart in a cobalt blue suit by London-based label The Fold and matching cobalt blue Jimmy Choo heels as she attended the Specialists’ 20th anniversary at the National Museum in Copenhagen on April 9.
This marked the fourth time Mary’s worn an outfit comprising of only blue-hued garments and accessories since she became the Queen of Denmark in January, so she’s obviously a fan of all-blue ensembles this year…
To mark the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Home Guard in Churchillparken, Mary gave a moving speech to the miltary personnel present. She also paid tribute to a soldier who tragically died the night before the event while on duty.
“For 75 years, the Home Guard has created security and safety for the Danes. It is a day we want to celebrate, but before I go any further, I would also like to express my deepest sympathies to those bereaved by last night’s tragic death,” Mary said before encouraging the crowd to take part in a moment’s silence.
The Queen of Denmark then presented service awards to several soldiers.
For the occasion, Mary opted for a sophisticated all-navy ensemble consisting of a long navy coat, navy leather gloves and a navy fedora-style hat.
King Frederik and Queen Mary held the first State Council Dinner of their reign on March 19. For the occasion, Mary paired an elegant silver sequin skirt from By Malene Birger with a black, satin off-the-shoulder top – the exact outfit she wore to the Creative Nation gala dinner in 2007. We love sustainable fashion!
Mary opted for a navy suit from The Fold London when she attended the Elite Research Awards 2024 on February 26. She also wore royal blue nail polish, which elevated the overall look.
For the Men’s EHF Euro 2024 final match between Denmark and France, held on January 28, Mary looked effortlessly chic in a white blouse, black trousers and a wine red blazer.
Mary wore a lovely purple gown and matching hat to attend a church service on January 21. As she bared the cold, she also wore leather gloves and a cosy-looking black shawl.
On January 15, Mary attended the Danish Parliament’s celebration of the succession of the throne. For the occasion, she wore a stunning blue dress along with matching shoes, gloves and hat.
The day she became Queen of Denmark, Mary looked as elegant as ever in a look designed by Søren Le Schmidt. She wore a white, long sleeved gown that featured a belt that draped around her neck and shoulder, and earrings and a brooch from the Danish Ruby Parure.
For a New Year reception held at Christiansborg Palace on January 3, Mary wore a silk, high-necked royal blue gown.
We love it when Mary has a ballgown moment and she did not disappoint when she attended Amalienborg Palace’s traditional New Year reception on January 1.
