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.

Duchess Sophie's 60th birthday has been marked with a special photo montage and it highlights how she's a 'proper asset' to the royals

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh posed for a new portrait for her 60th birthday, and photographer Christina Ebenezer is sharing an unseen picture.

London-based fashion photographer Christina Ebenezer created Duchess Sophie's beautiful new portrait. Sharing the photographs on Instagram, the Royal Family's official account revealed, " The Duchess of Edinburgh was interested in Ebenezer's creative style of photography and wanted to support a rising female photographer."

In the new image, the Duchess of Edinburgh was seen wearing £1,320 worth of jewellery, as reported by GB News. This includes her "Felt Gold Chain Bracelet with Sliced Diamond", which costs £375. It is believed the bracelet has been owned by the duchess since 2020.

Duchess Sophie, Prince Edward's wife, chose a London-based female photographer for her new 60th birthday portrait to uplift women's creative work.

Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, has worked quietly yet tirelessly to carve her place within the British Royal Family.Royal commentator Jennie Bond recently shed light

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh has been tipped to land a "major role" in the Royal Family as Prince William is said to rely on her. The royal, who is celebrating her 60th birthday today, could see a significant shift once William is on the royal throne.

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh is turning 60 in style. The royal—who marked her milestone birthday on Monday, January 20—released a trio of stunning portraits to commemorate the special occasion over the weekend that seemingly included a subtle sartorial nod to her grand new title.