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Queen Mary has a Marilyn Monroe moment in billowing cut-out dress


Queen Mary and King Frederik of Denmark disembarked the Royal Yacht Dannebrog to host a final crew dinner for the crew following the summer cruise


Queen Mary waving on ship in white dress© Getty
Katie Daly
Katie DalyLifestyle Writer
September 11, 2025
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The ever-graceful Queen Mary of Denmark proved she is a pro at styling out a near-wardrobe malfunction on Wednesday as she joined her husband in disembarking the Royal Yacht Dannebrog to host a final crew dinner after a summer cruise. The Australian-born Danish royal, 53, was seen waving to fans as the wind caught her white dress. Styling out the modern Marilyn Monroe moment, the royal kept moving and managed to wave at the crowds all the same, a smile never leaving her face.

When it comes to the Marilyn Monroe dress in question, King Frederik's wife was a picture of elegance in the 'Berry' dress by Temperley. It featured a cut-out lace design with an A-line skirt, fitted bodice, elbow-length sleeves, and a tie at the neck. The semi-sheer number took a turn towards autumn in how Mary contrasted the white summer dress vibe with navy suede pumps (the Romy 100' style from Jimmy Choo – obsessed) and a silk cropped jacket by Prada in the same deep blue shade.

King Frederik X of Denmark and Queen Mary in white dress walking up steps© Getty

King Frederik X of Denmark and Queen Mary of Denmark disembarked from the Royal Ship Dannebrog at Nordre Toldbod

The mother-of-four also carried a navy clutch by Quidam bags and tied the whole look together with a straw hat with a navy trim by Canopy Bay. She also added a number of other subtle accessories that quietly elevated the look. She slid the 'Anello Freshwater Pearl Bracelet' by Dulong onto one wrist and also pinned an apt anchor-shaped brooch to her designer jacket. Her hair was styled in a pristine blow-dry, while her makeup look was neutral in tone and featured a satin finish lip.

King Frederik X of Denmark and Queen Mary of Denmark on steps by sea© Getty

Queen Mary's look had a nautical accessory

"Her choice of Temperley London’s ‘Berry’ lace dress, a cherished repeat from her wardrobe, underscores her commitment to sustainable dressing while proving that true style never fades," stylist Oriona Robb tells us. "The intricate cutwork and mid-length silhouette move beautifully, making the dress both delicate and commanding. Layered with Prada’s navy silk cropped jacket, the look gains structure and a subtle nod to nautical tailoring, making it perfectly in step with the maritime setting." But what else has Queen Mary been wearing this season?

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Queen Mary of Denmark visits the Faculty of Social Sciences under the auspices of the Queen Mary Center at University of Copenhagen on September 9, 2025© Getty Images

Statement blouse

Arriving at Ocean Kaj ahead of the baptising event of the electric tugboat Ingrid at Cruise Terminal 1 on 9 September, Queen Mary rocked the gorgeous 'Crush' printed blouse by Zimmermann from her daughter's wardrobe, offsetting the colourful tones with a black Skall Studio skirt.

Queen Mary between two women outside© Getty

Matching separates

She also embraced colour and print during the Carlsberg Foundation's Research Awards at Glyptoteket on 3 September. Mary slipped into the 'Iris-print Wrap Blouse' by Etro from 2017 and the matching trousers, and we are taking notes.

Queen Mary coming through green door in floral suit© Getty

Super suit

Talking of co-ords, we couldn't get enough of Queen Mary's suit, a white number with black flowers by The Fold as she attended the Bharti Kher - Mythologies exhibition opening at Thorvaldsens Museum on 22 August.

Queen Mary of Denmark beside car in leggings and sunglasses© Getty

Off-duty chic

Contrasting the lot, we loved how chic Queen Mary looked as she rocked slim-fit trousers, flat sandals, and a polo top to leave the Royal Ship Dannebrog on 3 July.

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