Court and Couture

Queen Margrethes gala dresses on display in celebration of her 40 years anniversary.

The exhibition displays a unique selection of HM Queen Margrethe's most splendid gala dresses from the Court's major occasions from the 1960s to the present.

The many elegant dresses were made by Danish and French designers in haute couture houses such as Balmain and Givenchy. Several of the Queen's gala dresses were made by the designer Jørgen Bender, from 1967 to 1999.

The exhibition provides an insight into the exquisite craftsmanship that is used in the creation of a gala dress. The Queen herself has contributed to the design of the dresses. The dresses are often altered and re-used in new versions.

A highlight of the exhibition is the chance to join a Royal reception line - as if you were greeting the Royal Family - and to see the fine Court uniforms and learn about Court customs.

The exhibition is the Amalienborg Museum's contribution to the celebrations for the 40th anniversary of HM the Queen's reign.

Nearby places

Attractions

• Amalienborg Palace
• Medical Museion
• Søren Kierkegaard Statue by the Marble Church
• The Amalienborg Museum
• The Marble Church

Location

• Amaliehaven
• Frederik VIII´s Palace

Shopping - Service

• Bredgade
• Danish Furniture Art and Design