The Remarkable Fashion Sense of Crown Princess Mary of Denmark | Vanity Fair

Written by Chandler Tregaskes

The casual meeting between Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark and Mary Donaldson in 2000 marked the start of a modern-day fairy-tale romance culminating in their wedding four years later. The bride, now known as Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, wore a stunning ivory gown by Danish designer Uffe Frank to the ceremony, showcasing her sense of style fit for a royal.

Fast forward to today and Princess Mary has built up a following of fashion enthusiasts that adore her combination of elegant day wear and decadent evening attire. Whether it's her appearance in a blouse paired with pink wide-leg trousers by Phillip Lim at the Copenhagen Human Rights Forum or turning heads in a floral Jesper Høvring design at the New Year’s Eve ball, Princess Mary always delivers when it comes to fashion.

Many have compared Princess Mary's wardrobe to that of the late Princess of Wales due to their similar fashion choices. Both have demonstrated their ability to carry off chic tailoring, exquisite gowns, and charming dresses while supporting local designers. Some even refer to Mary as the Kate of Copenhagen.

As Princess Mary prepares to ascend to the throne, here's a look back at some of her best style moments to date.

Story originally published in Tatler.

Bedecked in a custom ensemble by Lasse Spangenberg and accessorized with a J. Furmani clutch at Queen Margrethe II’s 2023 New Year’s banquet.

Wearing a pink dress by Stella McCartney at an award ceremony in 2022, alongside Crown Prince Frederik.