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Underrated Style Icon: Queen Mary of Denmark

Writer's picture: Julie DianaJulie Diana

Updated: Feb 2


Hat: Amazon / Dress: Boden, similar here (0-18) / Necklace: Anne Klein / Wedges: Cole Haan, similar here




I recently discovered the quiet, classic style of Queen Mary of Denmark.


Her taste is understated--and underrated. She elevates navy, black, and white to the highest heights of chic.


Mary's outfits nod to the royal tradition of prim, ladylike dressing. However, her preference for clean lines adds a modern edge.


Scroll for 16 of Queen Mary's smashing outfits featuring navy, black, and white. You'll find links to similar, affordable lookalikes. I hope you enjoy these outfits as much as I enjoyed researching them!


1. At a royal birthday party

Similar: Dress / Also this designer dress / Earrings / Belt / Bag


The mother of four wore a black and white printed maxi to celebrate the Norwegian monarchs' 80th birthdays. She is pictured above at the opera house in Oslo, Norway with husband Frederik.


2. With Kate Middleton

Similar: Jacket (4-18) / Sweater dress (XXS-5X) / Gloves / Tights / Shoes / Bag


They look like sisters, no?


For a meeting with Kate Middleton, Mary chose a striking combination of black and bright white. Together they toured the Royal Foundation Center for Early Childhood in Copenhagen, Denmark.


3. At a military event

Similar: Hat / Hat trim / Coat (XS-XL) / Dress / Gloves 


Navy done right! These richly saturated tones of midnight blue are quietly vibrant. The matching jacket and dress bring monochrome to a new level. Love it.


Mary wore this outfit to commemorate the Danish National Guard's 75th anniversary in April 2024.


4. Visiting a children's hospital

Similar: Top (XS-3X) / Skirt (XS-XL) / Shoes / Coat / Similar green dress (2-14)


Accompanied by the the queen of Spain, Mary visited the construction of a new Danish children's hospital.


The tweed skirt's frayed edges and collar's beads add subtle texture.


5. Commemorating her 50th birthday

Similar: Suit (sizes 6-24) / Brooch


Wow wow wow. The portrait and the navy outfit.


Mary reveals a portrait for her 50th birthday in 2022. Here she is at the National History Museum's exhibit in her honor in Hillerod, Denmark.


5. Visiting SoHo

Similar: Top (XS-XXL) / Ruffle scarf / Belt (sizes 25"-44") / Skirt (XS-XL) / Shoes / Bag


I love how this ruffle scarf echoes the wavy lines on the skirt. The variety of textures, like the blouse's eyelet fabric, brings this ensemble to life.


This similar, affordable embroidered top has a convenient lining.


6. Strolling in Paris

Similar: Dress (0-18) / Designer dress here (2-14) / Belt ( sizes 26"-42") / Shoes


What a timeless look for strolling the Champs Elysees in Paris, France. This designer dress has the same frayed-edge detail.


7. At a fashion event

Similar: Blouse, misses & plus / Skirt (XS-XXL) / Belt / Shoes


Mary chose her favorite duochrome palette again for the Copenhagen Fashion Summit in May 2019. I love the unexpected gold chain around the leather pumps.


8. Prepping for a family photoshoot

Similar: Cardigan (XS-6X) / Dress (S-XXL) / Earrings / Shoes


Corraling her kids and working the crowd. Talk about moms who multi-task.


Here she is getting ready for a family photo shoot at her summer home in Grasten, Denmark. This outfit is a casual spin on her signature black and white, with deep jade green thrown in.


9. Visiting Washington, DC

Similar: Hat / Trim for hat / Earrings / Dress (sizes 6-24) / Also this dress (0-16) / Gloves


On a state visit to the US in 2010, Mary and Frederik visited Arlington National Cemetery. Her dress is simply constructed, with a fabulous print. Love that little cocktail hat.


Mary wore a similar outfit, below, to a Flag Day event honoring veterans and military personnel in Denmark.



10. Going out for dinner

Similar: Dress (0-20) / Earrings / Shoes


A classic faux wrap dress in a stretch fabric will never let you down.


The muted, flesh-tone pumps allow the bright white of the dress to shine. (Discover clever ways to fill in a deep v-neckline here.)


11. Visiting her country of birth

Similar: Hat / Jacket / Skirt (S-XXL) / Necklace / Shoes


The Tasmanian-born queen visited University Hall in Canberra, Australia. Her wide brim hat is both chic and necessary, given the intense Aussie sunshine!


12. At a concert

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Every so often a gal needs to sparkle and shine. This affordable dress hits the spot.


13. Visiting Prague

Similar: Jacket (S-XL) / Belt (26"-43") / Skirt, misses & plus / Shoes


This timeless outfit is gives a subtle nod to Coco Chanel.


14. At a baby ceremony in Sweden

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The upturned brim on Mary's sinamay hat is striking balance to the dress' cascading print.


15. On summer vacation

Similar: Cardigan / Dress (0-16) / Underskirt


We're not the only ones who wear sleeves in the summer, eh?


This outfit is too cute. The punch of red livens up the black and white printed dress.


I have a very similar cotton eyelet underskirt, just like the white one in the photo. It's a stylish way to lengthen hemlines.


16. At an architecture summit in Milan

Similar: Top (XS-XL) / Skirt (XS-XL) / Earrings / Shoes


This last look combines Mary's love of navy, black, and white into one brilliantly colorblocked outfit.


Who else elevates these neutrals to such sublime elegance?


Similar brooch here


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