Queen Mary of Denmark radiates elegance in Søren le Schmidt coatdress as she accompanies King Frederik to change of throne service

Queen Mary of Denmark radiated elegance as she attended a change of throne church service alongside her husband, King Frederik, today.

The newly appointed royal couple appeared happier than in recent weeks, arriving at Aarhus Cathedral with their children: Crown Prince Christian, 18, Princess Isabella, 16, and twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, 13. 

Tasmanian-born Mary, 51, stunned in a custom Søren le Schmidt purple coatdress that was created for the coronation of King Charles III last May. 

She protected herself from the snowy weather by wrapping up in a cosy shawl and leather gloves, adding a pillbox hat and court shoes to complete the look.

The mother-of-four introduced a hint of sparkle with Bruun Rasmussen diamond earrings, an acquisition from an auction in 2022 that she has worn on several occasions.

Mary is renowned for her fashion choices, often sporting graceful ensembles that have been crafted specifically for her.

Her mid-length coatdress by Søren le Schmidt featured a shawl collar, wrap front and cinched waist, created in a deep violet hue.

This time, the Queen elevated her accessories, choosing leather scalloped gloves and a complementary purple pillbox hat. 

Meanwhile, her chestnut tresses were perfectly curled and arranged in a half up-half down hairstyle.

King Frederik, 55, ascended the throne last Sunday after his mother Margrethe abdicated after 52 years as Queen. 

A celebratory portrait, photographed from inside the royal Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen, was posted to the Danish Royal Family’s Instagram page earlier this week.  

The image featured the King and Queen, 51, in full regalia, alongside the couple’s elegantly dressed four children.

The scandal-laden prince took the Crown to become King of Denmark on January 14 2024, succeeding his 83-year-old mother’s phenomenal five-decade reign.

King Frederik X, Queen Mary and their children Prince Vincent, Crown Prince Christian, Princess Isabella and Princess Josephine wave to well-wishers at Aarhus Cathedral

The mother-of-four introduced a hint of sparkle with Bruun Rasmussen diamond earrings, an acquisition from an auction in 2022 that she has worn on several occasions

Mary looked radiant as she arrived at Aarhus Cathedral with her family on January 21

The Danish royal family attends church for the first time since King Frederik was pronounced monarch on January 14th

Tasmanian-born Queen Mary chose a purple dress coat and navy wool shawl for the service that celebrated the new King’s reign, following his official coronation last Sunday

The royal couple appeared to be happier than ever arriving ahead of the church service

The Danish royal family have appeared in a stunning new family portrait for the first time since their crowning (Pictured left to right: Princess Isabella, 16, Crown Prince Christian, 18, King Frederik, 55, and Queen Mary of Denmark, 51, twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, 13)

Margrethe’s decision to vacate the throne in honour of her eldest son astonished many, as it comes amidst a controversial year for the royals who have been plagued by stripped titles and salacious rumours.

It comes as a resurfaced interview revealed how Queen Mary almost never met then-Prince Frederik.

‘The taxi arrived, and I said, ‘Oh, all right at the last minute and just got in.’

The interview was conducted in 2004, but was recently republished.

Mary and Frederik’s fairytale romance has been under scrutiny in recent weeks however.

King Frederick has faced intense scrutiny since photographs emerged of the then prince enjoying a night out with Mexican socialite Genoveva Casanova in Madrid last year.

The glamorous socialite strenuously denied claims of a romantic tryst with Frederik, even going as far as to dub them ‘malicious’.

However in the newly released image, the monarchs have shown no sign of sweat or adversity, and can be seen beaming excitedly for the camera.