Pope Francis’s funeral will take place on
April 26 2025 and royalty will be in attendance. King Philippe and
Queen Mathilde of the Belgians will be present with other royal
houses expected to confirm their attendance imminently. However, as
the last two papal funerals show, there can be a mixture of
attendees. Pope Benedict’s funeral in 2023 was unusual as he
had retired in 2013 and…
When Denmark’s Queen Margrethe stunned
her country and the world with an unexpected abdication
announcement, she chose one of the jewellery pieces she is most
attached to: her diamond daisy brooch. Despite what many may
think, this isn’t a piece that originated with…
Queen Mary couldn’t hide her pride in her
elder daughter as Princess Isabella took centre stage as big
birthday celebrations got under way. Isabella, second in line to
the Danish throne, turns 18 on April 21 2025 but as that’s part of
the Easter holiday weekend, her…
The tiny elephant that is playing a big part in royal birthday celebrations in Denmark
9th April 2025
Denmark’s Princess Isabella will finally
be able to wear a special honour she was given when her father
became king. As the second in line to the throne turns 18, she can
use the Order of the Elephant. The Order of the Elephant is
Denmark’s highest chivalric order and is bestowed entirely at the
Sovereign’s discretion. Typically, it is awarded to royalty and
foreign heads of state. In the…
Denmark’s Queen Margrethe has several
historic tiaras in her own collection including one that links her
to many parts of her royal history. This sparkling all diamond
diadem is one of her favourites and she’s chosen it for several
romantic events. The Baden Palmette…
All the details of the huge birthday party planned for a princess - and there's an elephant involved
5th April 2025
Denmark’s Princess Isabella turns 18 this
month and her royal family will be celebrating in style. The elder
daughter of King Frederik and Queen Mary turns 18 on 21 April,
which is Easter Monday. Therefore, her birthday celebrations will
happen earlier and be split…
Queen Mary of Denmark has quietly become
known for her fashion, with perfect designer choices and elegant
silhouettes. Unsurprisingly, her looks for the first day of the
State Visit to France have once again shown that she understands
the impact wardrobe can have. After a welcome ceremony, King
Frederik and Queen Mary met Emmanuel Macron, the President of
France. Kongehuset Instagram still/…
A queen in Paris: the famous French landmarks lined up for visits from Queen Mary of Denmark
31st March 2025
King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark
are beginning a highly anticipated State Visit to France and
they’ve got visits to some of the most iconic parts of Paris lined
up including a trip to the newly reopened Notre Dame cathedral. The
Danish king and queen will be part…
The glamourous royal portraits that could hint at a return to the palace for a prince and princess
26th March 2025
Prince Joachim and Princess Marie of
Denmark star in brand new gala portraits just shared by the Danish
royal family and it’s raised questions about whether the pair are
about to return to the palace fold. The Danish Royal Court has
shared the official portraits of…
King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark
have announced a high profile visit to an autonomous Danish
territory in June. The Danish king and queen will be visiting
the Faroe Islands from 11-13 June, 2025. While the couple had
planned to visit the Faroe Islands in 2024, it had to be postponed.
This news visit marks their first official trip to the territory of
their reign. They will be…
