A resounding applause resonated as Queen Mary and King Frederik appeared at Copenhagen’s Christiansborg Palace.
Waving graciously, the monarchs acknowledged the tens of thousands gathered below.
Fortnight ago, Queen Margrethe II abdicated on New Year’s Eve, passing the throne to Frederik.
Mary, the first Australian-born woman, became the new Queen of Denmark.
In response to the canon salute, King Frederik and Queen Mary exuded regal elegance.
Frederik adorned regal regalia, a uniform embellished with medallions and a sash.
Queen Mary wore a draped white dress by Søren Le Schmidt, a renowned Danish designer.
Le Schmidt expressed honor, happiness, pride, and gratitude for designing the historic dress.
This attire marks a significant moment as Mary ascends to the sovereign role in history.
The gown embodied Mary's refined style from her Crown Princess days, now elevated in her queenship. Long sleeves, a waist belt draped around the neck and shoulder showcased maturity with a bright aura, hinting at the upcoming reign. The intentional subtle bridal touch was crafted by Birgit Hallstein, who previously designed Mary's Uffe Franke dress for her 2004 wedding to Frederik, as reported by Vogue Australia.
Even without royal crowns or tiaras, Queen Mary's jewelry resonated with her Crown Princess aesthetic. Drawing from her iconic ruby set, the dazzling pieces created a striking contrast against the elegant white dress.
Gracefully adorned with rubies and diamonds, Queen Mary donned an "ordensportrættet" on her shoulder. This framed portrait of Queen Margrethe II, encircled by pearls and diamond Maltese crosses, had once adorned Margrethe herself, featuring her father's likeness.
The "Elefantorden," Denmark's most esteemed order of chivalry, found representation in Queen Mary's regalia. As Frederik ascended to the throne, he not only became the King of Denmark but also the sovereign of this distinguished order. A meticulous examination of his coronation attire, a ceremonial military uniform, revealed the elephant pin on his right lapel, an eight-point silver star adorning the left side of his chest, and a pale blue silk moiré sash symbolizing his affiliation with the order.
