Most 18-year-olds celebrate with a debut pint with friends in the pub, but Prince Nikolai of Denmark’s coming of age was naturally a more glamorous affair.
The eldest son of Prince Joachim marked the occasion with a dinner party aboard the royal yacht Dannebrog, hosted by his grandmother Queen Margrethe, 77.
He was joined by glamorous Princess Mary who was her usual stylish self in a cream pleated dress with metallic embellishments.
The mother-of-four looked radiant as she boarded the yacht accompanied by her four children Christian, 11, Isabella, 10, and twins Josephine and Vincent, six.
He was also joined by his father and stepmother Princess Marie and mother Alexandra, Countess of Frederiksborg.
A family affair! Back row left to right: Prince Henrik, Prince Felix, Princess Marie, Prince Joachim, Countess Alexandra of Frederiksborg, Crown Princess Mary, Prince Christian and Princess Isabella. Front left to right: Princess Athena, Queen Margrethe, Princess Josephine, Prince Henrik and Prince Vincent
Crown Princess Mary looked elegant in a cream pleated dress, and was joined by her children Isabella, Josephine, Vincent and Christian
The Danish royal court released new official pictures of Prince Nikolai today as he celebrated turning 18
Queen Margrethe, 77, and her husband Prince Henrik, 80, put on a show of togetherness despite recently stating that he refuses to be buried alongside his wife
Queen Margrethe cut a colourful figure in a long red skirt and patterned top, teamed with a black statement necklace.
The monarch looked in excellent spirits and shared a tender moment with her husband Prince Henrik, 80, who placed an arm around his wife’s shoulder as they waved to wellwishers from the deck.
His display of affection comes after tensions were revealed last month when he announced that he would not be buried alongside the Queen as he’s unhappy that he was never given the title of King.
Since his retirement last year, he’s renounced his Prince Consort title and spends much of his time at his vineyard in France.
The youngster was looking every inch the handsome young prince, donning a tuxedo for the smart occasion
Nikolai (centre) was joined by his stepmother Princess Marie (left), father Prince Joachim and their two children Athena and Henrik (left) and his mother Alexandra and brother Felix (right)
There was also no sign of tension between the present and former wife of Prince Joachim who were seen greeting each other warmly before posing for a family photo.
Joachim, now 47, and Alexandra, now 52, announced they were divorcing after 10 years together in 2004 when their son Prince Nikolai was five and Prince Felix was two – Denmark’s first royal split in nearly 160 years.
He has since remarried Marie Cavallier, now Princess Marie and the couple have two children together Prince Henrik, six, and Princess Athena, five.
Alexandra, who lost her title of Princess after the divorce also remarried Martin Jørgensen, but that union also ended last year.
Princess Mary looked stylish in a cream dress covered with jewel embellishments
Princess Mary’s daughters looked adorable in matching white coats, while her sons were smart in navy suits and dickie bows
Proud mother Alexandra looked delighted to be celebrating with her son (left). Nikolai looked dapper for the occasion in a tux
Princess Marie looked summery in a navy and pink floral dress teamed with gold and nude two tone shoes
The young prince will not receive an estate or money from Queen Margrethe, but will continue to be supported by his parents
Today the Danish royal court released two new portraits of Prince Nikolai to mark his special birthday.
As seventh in line to the throne he will not receive a gift of money, a title or a piece of land from his grandmother now he’s come of age.
However, he will continue to be supported by his parents as he completes his education.
Royally cute! Prince Henrik and Princess Athena looked adorable in their party best as they snuggled up to their mother Princess Marie
Prince Nikolai embarks the royal ship Dannebrog located at the dock at Amaliehaven
Prince Joachim (left) and his former wife Alexandra Christina Manley together with Prince Nikolai
Birthday love! The princes gets a big hug from his adorable little sister Athena ahead of his party
Prince Henrik, 80, looked in great spirits as he waved to wellwishers (left). Queen Margrethe arrived in a spotty navy dress but changed into a glamorous red outfit on board