Royal families have always been associated with their titles, protocol, and public commitments, but in recent years, they’ve transformed how they connect with the world. Today’s royals are more open, more approachable, and more willing to share everyday moments that make them feel more human than monarchic.
This week offered a perfect snapshot of that evolution: Princess Josephine of Denmark announced her decision to attend Spir Efterskole, Queen Mary ventured deep into the Amazon, and King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima slipped into the crowd at Lady Gaga’s Amsterdam concert. Even Princess Charlene of Monaco embraced a fresh style moment, stepping out in a look that felt like Coco Chanel, reimagined for 2025.
Here are the standout royal moments from this week:
Queen Mary Stays Abroad as Genoveva Casanova Court Case Intensifies
The September hearing at Plaza de Castilla ruled in Casanova’s favor, ordering the magazine to pay her 175,000 euros, a legal chapter that began after Lecturas published photos of Casanova and Queen Mary strolling through Madrid. Queen Mary was in Brazil when the ruling became public.
Queen Mary of Denmark immerses herself in the Amazon
In September, the Queen visited Brazil as part of the lead-up to COP30, meeting with researchers and organizations dedicated to protecting the rainforest and promoting sustainable ways of living with it.
Queen Máxima Joins the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee for High-Intensity Training
Trading her vibrant gowns and jewels for camouflage and discipline, the Queen captured global attention with her full participation in a military-style exercise.
On November 1, the Day of the National Awakeners, a holiday honoring Bulgaria’s cultural educators and leaders, Prince Simeon marched with the Youth Guard squadrons, becoming the first member of the Bulgarian royal family to take part in the prestigious ceremony.
