King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark wave to well-wishers as they attend the first Sunday service of the new monarch’s reign outside the snowy Aarhus Cathedral.

Denmark’s King Frederick and Queen Mary attended the first church service of the new king’s reign on Sunday.

As snow fell around Aarhus Cathedral, the 55-year-old king and his 51-year-old wife looked relaxed as they waved to those gathered for a public handshake.

Joining the King and Queen Mary, dressed in full military uniform, were the couple’s four children, Crown Prince Christian (18), Princess Isabella (16), and twins Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine (13). (years old).

Outgoing Queen Margrethe, 83, also attended the change of throne ceremony, looking relaxed and happy as she entered the cathedral wearing a stylish faux gray fur ensemble and bright purple dress.

King Frederick (officially known as King Frederick X) ascended the throne last Sunday after his mother abdicated after 52 years as queen.

Queen Mary also cut her elegant figure in purple. The queen-elect wore her purple dress coast with a navy blue shawl, navy leather gloves, and a purple pillbox.

The Danish royal wore her brunette hair in loose curls and complemented her look with drop diamond earrings.

The couple’s daughters also chose bright colors, with Princess Isabella wearing a pastel pink coat and her older sister Princess Josephine wearing a pale blue coat.

The king and queen’s sons wore sharp navy blue suits for the grand occasion.

The Royal Family will take part in the celebrations, which will be led by Henrik Wypoulsen, Royal Chaplain and Bishop of Aarhus Diocese, the royal family said.

Queen Margrethe’s younger sister, Princess Benedikte of Denmark, 79, also echoed the purple theme, looking sophisticated in a purple cloak and matching pillbox hat.

Red and white flags still adorned the streets of Aarhus after King Frederik was coronated last Sunday.

Royal fans bundled up in warm clothes and braved snowy conditions to cheer on the new monarch.

Two days ago, an official family portrait was published on the Instagram page of the Danish royal family.

The celebratory photo showed the 51-year-old king and queen in full formal attire, alongside the couple’s four elegantly dressed children. The family was photographed inside Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen.

The scandal-plagued prince succeeded his 83-year-old mother’s incredible 50-year reign and became King of Denmark on January 14, 2024.

Amid a controversial year for the royal family, which has been plagued by deprivations and sordid rumors, Margrethe’s decision to abdicate the throne in honor of her eldest son surprised many.

This comes after an interview resurfaced revealing how Queen Mary barely met then-Crown Prince Frederik.

“I almost didn’t go that night,” she told Vogue magazine.

“The taxi arrived, so at the last minute I said, ‘Oh, I understand,’ and just got in.”

This interview was conducted in 2004 and was recently republished.

Mary and Frederick’s fairytale romance has come under scrutiny in recent weeks.

King Frederic has been under intense scrutiny since last year, when photos surfaced of the then-prince enjoying a night out in Madrid with Mexican socialite Genoveva Casanova.

A glamorous socialite, she vehemently denied claims of a romantic tryst with Frederick, even calling it “malicious.”

However, in newly released images, the monarchs can be seen smiling broadly at the camera with excitement, without showing any signs of sweat or adversity.

According to a translated statement accompanying the image, the portrait was taken shortly after the king’s accession to the throne. It read: “The Throne Room of Christiansborg Castle is the frame for the first official portrait of Their Majesties the King and Queen.”

“This portrait series was taken by photographer Dennis Stenild minutes after the King’s proclamation from the balcony of Tronsalen on the 14th. January 2024

“The royal couple is pictured with the Crown Prince, HRH the Crown Prince, HRH Princess Isabella, HRH Prince Vincent and HRH Princess Josephine.”

In the image, the king looked particularly elegant in his black royal robe and sky blue sash.

The ensemble also featured gold and red detailing, a stately gold medal and waist belt. He also posed with a sword held in his left hand.

Next to him stood his wife Queen Mary, looking stylish in a luxurious white dress.

She looked divine in the caped dress – it was a great choice that accentuated her slender figure.

The monarch accessorized with nude high-heeled pumps and gorgeous drop-down earrings encrusted with jewels.

Her brunette hair was pulled back into a neat bun, and her makeup sported a natural, dewy glow.

While the royal couple looked incredible, it was their eldest son, Crown Prince Christian, who stole the show.

The charming prince has caused a storm with his new status as one of Europe’s most eligible bachelors.

His model-like pose was perhaps the most eye-catching. Because he was taller than the rest of his family, especially his father.

He looked classy in a navy blue suit, crisp white shirt, gray tie, and black leather tie-up shoes.

The Australian-born eldest son of Queen Mary is now next in line to the Danish throne after his grandmother Queen Margrethe abdicated the throne five days ago.

The 18-year-old, who holds the title Crown Prince of Denmark, is thought to be the only bachelor royal with the prestigious position in all of Europe, meaning he attracts considerable attention in high society. ing.