King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark welcomed the president of Iceland to Denmark today, marking the beginning of Halla Tómasdóttir’s two-day state visit.
Mary, 52, looked regal in a monochromatic, purple ensemble, including a Soeren Le Schmidt coat dress, matching headband, gloves, and a bag.
She layered the outfit with a grey scarf and finished her look with a pair of elegant pumps, as the mother-of-four took her place beside Frederik, 56.
The royal couple greeted Icelandic president Tómasdóttir, 55, and her husband, Björn Skúlason, at the North Custom House in Copenhagen bright and early on Tuesday morning, at the start of what will be a two-day state visit.
It marks Frederik’s first incoming state visit since he ascended the throne of Denmark in January this year, following his mother Queen Margrethe II’s historic abdication.
The official engagement is also Tómasdóttir’s first state visit abroad since being sworn in as the 7th president of Iceland on August 1.
King Frederik, 56, and Queen Mary, 52, welcomed Iceland’s new president Halla Tómasdóttir and her husband Björn Skúlason to Denmark for a two-day state visit
Mary and Frederik welcomed the Presidential couple at the North Custom House in Copenhagen on Tuesday, October 8
The trip reaffirms the ‘historical ties and close relationship’ between Denmark and Iceland, a statement from the Royal House read.
Mary and Frederik welcomed the Presidential couple at the North Custom House, where they arrived by boat, before taking a coach ride to The Citadel together.
She kept her makeup looking fresh and dewy, wearing a hint of blush, mascara, and a soft pink lip.
The only pieces of jewellery she wore were her wedding ring and a pair of diamond studs, as Mary joined Frederik to pose for photographs together.
The new King of Denmark looked dapper in a dress shirt, pair of dark trousers, and co-ordinated peacoat
The Icelandic president waved at onlookers as the group travelled to The Citadel for a wreath-laying ceremony
The new King of Denmark looked dapper in a dress shirt, pair of dark trousers, and co-ordinated peacoat.
Royal fans will remember Queen Mary previously wore the Soeren Le Schmidt dress to King Charles’ coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey last May.
In fact, she has long been a fan of the Danish designer, opting to wear his creations on a number of occasions, including Frederik’s coronation in January.
Stepping into her new role as Queen Consort, Mary was a vision in a snow white dress, as Le Schmidt said he was ‘beyond grateful’ for the opportunity.
His creation featured long sleeves, a cowl neck, and a belted, voluminous skirt, with a white sash over the shoulder.
The outfit was a nod to Denmark’s flag, as Mary accessorised Le Schmidt’s now-historic piece with ruby jeweller.
The trip reaffirms the ‘historical ties and close relationship’ between Denmark and Iceland, a statement from the Royal House read
The only pieces of jewellery Mary wore were her wedding ring and a pair of diamond studs, as Mary joined Frederik to pose for photographs together
After meeting the Presidential couple, Mary and Frederik accompanied them to to The Citadel for a wreath-laying ceremony as Iceland’s new president waved to onlookers.
Later this evening, the King and Queen will host a state dinner at Christiansborg Palace in honour of the Presidential Couple, with Princess Benedikte in attendance.
The official engagement comes days after Queen Mary’s tour of Brazil.
Royal fans were left in stitches after photos emerged of Mary tucking into an Amazonian delicacy – before realising what she’s about to eat.
In footage shared from her four-day trip, which saw her visit the Amazon town of Manaus, the Queen sits down for an indigenous meal and looks eager to try it.
However, Mary looked surprised and slightly apprehensive after she was shown a picture of the traditional dish about to served for lunch at the Biatuwi restaurant – made of insects.
After the footage was posted on Instagram fan account @denmarksqueenmary, fans joked they would have done the same thing in the Queen’s position.
One person wrote: ‘Oh I love this! It would be exactly my reaction.’
Another fan said: ‘Wonderful Queen Mary’ with a laughing emoji.
During the trip, she visited Manaus, which is known as one of the most dangerous cities in the world.
During her visit, she stopped by at the National Institute for Amazon Research, where she had the chance to meet and feed a rescued manatee calf.
The queen wore a stylish Sandro dress for the occasion, completing the look with a pair of long dangling earrings.
She wore her glossy brunette tresses down at her shoulders and wore soft by glamorous makeup, accentuating her bright eyes and flawless skin.
In an Instagram post reflecting on the event, the royal family wrote: ‘The animal and plant life of the Amazon forest is something very special. About ten percent of the world’s total biodiversity belongs right there, and yesterday Her Majesty the Queen got insights into the diverse life of the area.’
