Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh is marking a milestone birthday! She turned 60 on Monday, Jan. 20, and friends and former colleagues have been honoring her contribution to the royal family – amid the release of the duchess' stunning new portrait.

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh released a trio of stunning portraits to commemorate her 60th birthday that seemingly included a subtle sartorial nod to her grand new title. See the photos, here.

The royal family Instagram account is getting ahead of the festivities and just shared Duchess Sophie's portrait before her birthday on Monday. However, there's one tiny detail that I almost missed—and it has nothing to do with her photos.

In a series of candid photographs by Christina Ebenezer, the Duchess of Edinburgh chose a wardrobe of re-wears that hint at her new era of royal life

The picture of a relaxed looking Sophie was taken by fashion photographer Christina Ebenezer.

Duchess of Edinburgh Celebrates Her 60th Birthday with New Portrait & Tributes Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh celebrates her 60th birthday today. The Royal Family shared a video celebrating her work on their official X account.

The royal family has wished the Duchess of Edinburgh a very happy 60th birthday. Sophie’s milestone was celebrated on the British monarchy’s official social media accounts with a video montage of photographs of the duchess on royal engagements,