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Emma Shacklock

Queen Mary's flattering belt trick is a simple way to transform your winter knitwear

Queen Mary of Denmark smiles as she signs a guestbook during a visit to Adazi Military Base in Adazi, Latvia, on October 29, 2025.

From now until spring I'm sure I won't be the only one reaching for a snuggly wool or cashmere jumper most days of the week. Knitwear is an essential part of winter outfits and whilst not every piece is date night outfit-appropriate at first glance, there is a way to make your favourite relaxed or oversized styles feel a little more polished.

All you need is a certain type of belt and this works for knitted dresses, cardigans and even lighter jackets, which is how Queen Mary of Denmark showcased it recently. She and her husband King Frederik have been visiting Latvia and she paired a long leather belt from Max Mara with a burgundy Massimo Dutti jacket.

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