Denmark

The princess making an unexpected comeback after moving abroad with her family

One princess who has spent several years living abroad with her family is suddenly undertaking a growing number of engagements for her royal house with her latest outing focused on a crucial matter. Princess Marie of Denmark has been living in France and the US with her husband, Prince Joachim, the younger brother of King Frederik X. The two moved overseas several years ago and were quickly…
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Denmark

King Frederik moves palaces in preparation for autumn

King Frederik of Denmark looks to be happily enjoying his busy summer visiting several different areas of his country. He’s now back at Fredensborg Palace to enjoy time at home.  King Frederik watched the Changing of the Guard ceremony on his return. It takes place every Friday at 12:00pm noon; it finishes up in the courtyard where the new guard officially begins.  Because King…
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Features

The almost-crown that has been worn by three queens

The Queen Mother owned several tiaras in her own right, including several gifts from her husband, King George VI. She also had access to many more tiaras in the Royal Collection while queen. One of her most impressive but rare picks never actually belonged to her – the Delhi Durbar Tiara.  Queen Mary asked Garrard & Co to create a new tiara for the 1911 Durbar in India. A Durbar was…
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Royal News

Crown Prince Christian of Denmark in royal first

Crown Prince Christian of Denmark has taken part in his first State Council .  On 19 June, King Frederik presided over the State Council; all government ministers attend these council meetings to inform the Danish monarch of the government’s work. The Crown Prince of Denmark joined the meeting for the first time since becoming heir to the throne on the accession of his father as…
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