The Official Portrait of Princess Josephine of Denmark for Her 15th Birthday, with a Curious Nod to Her Mother

Emma Caldwell
February 7, 2026

From the marriage of Frederik and Mary of Denmark were born four children: Christian, the crown prince, Isabelle and the twins Vicent and Josephine, who celebrated on January 8 their 15th birthday. On this very special occasion, the Danish royal family has chosen to share on their social networks new official portraits of the younger siblings, where good dressing sense does not go unnoticed, especially in the sister.

Princess Josephine of Denmark proves with these photos that she already belongs to that new generation of royals with much to contribute to the fashion world. It is no secret that Mary Donaldson’s younger daughter is a true fashion victim, fond of trends and the beauty universe, with a personal style marked by the classic elegance that characterizes European royalty but with a personality of her own in which, surely, her mother has had a lot to do.


osephine y Vicent de Dinamarca en una de las fotos compartidas por su 15 cumpleaños

For these new official portraits, the Danish princess has chosen a stylish, youthful and very sophisticated look that is pure inspiration when it comes to creating the perfect winter styling. One of the standout pieces is the gray wool coat, a wardrobe staple that never goes out of fashion and that, as the princess shows, is suitable to include in any wardrobe regardless of age.

In the outdoor photos you can glimpse under the coat a round-neck jumper in burgundy that she wears, in turn, over the star piece of the look that is much better seen in the indoor photos. It is a romantic-style blouse with pale blue and white stripes and ruffles that originate from the neckline area, a choice that could not flatter her more and that, moreover, shows that Josephine knows very well what she is doing.

Romantic blouses are one of the royals’ go-to garments. Style icons such as Queen Letizia or Mary of Denmark themselves have designs in which bows, ruffles or pastel colors make the difference and send a whole statement of intent that the youngest of the Danes has wanted to make her own on the occasion of her 15th birthday.

To maintain that youthful air appropriate to her age, Josephine of Denmark completes her styling with very natural makeup, hair styled in water waves and hoop earrings. This jewelry is perfect to sweeten the features and give a more relaxed and casual vibe, while certainly not neglecting the elegance and good taste she defends in these photos in a masterful way.


Josephine of Denmark in one of the photos shared for her 15th birthday

The detail in Josephine of Denmark’s photos that recalls her mother

These portraits of Josephine of Denmark make it clear that royalty also knows how to embrace trends and that the new generations are ready to demonstrate that elegance is not at odds with the personality shown through bolder details in styling. In this case, the dissonant note – which, at the same time, is a resounding yes – is highlighted by her manicure.

Her long nails painted in midnight blue, one of the moment’s favorites, contrast with the classic nude tones or the absence of nail polish that is usually associated with women of royalty. However, this decision is not so novel in the Danish royal house, for if there is anyone known for stepping outside standards with her manicure, it is her own mother, Mary of Denmark.

The queen consort has been as praised as criticized for opting for bold colors and surprising designs even at official events. Along with other royals also famous for bending this protocol rule, they have opened the way for all the crown’s young women who follow them to dare to play with the boundaries between classic and modern, achieving looks as successful and flattering as Josephine of Denmark’s, who will surely continue to be the subject of discussion in royal styling.

Emma Caldwell
Emma Caldwell
I’m Clara Desrosiers, a writer and fashion editor based in Toronto. I founded Backdoor Toronto to explore the intersection of fashion, identity, and culture through honest storytelling. My work is driven by curiosity, community, and a love for the creative pulse that defines this city.