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Royal Romance: Count Nikolai Supports Model Girlfriend at Fashion Week
11 Aug
Summary
- Count Nikolai attended Copenhagen Fashion Week to support his model girlfriend.
- The couple met in 2018 at Herlufsholm Boarding School.
- Nikolai previously made history as the first Danish royal in professional modeling.
Count Nikolai of Monpezat was a supportive boyfriend at Copenhagen Fashion Week, attending to cheer on his long-time model girlfriend, Benedikte Thoustrup. Benedikte graced the runway on August 4, 2026, modeling for Danish brand MKDT Studio, a brand she has long admired. This marks her return to the same fashion week where she made her debut in 2024.
The couple, who met at Herlufsholm Boarding School in 2018, have been dating since then. The following day, they made a joint appearance, exuding style and affection. Nikolai shared a photo on Instagram from their rare public outing in Copenhagen, captioning it "Bits and pieces from cphfw SS27 day III." He was seen in a taupe suit, with his arm around Benedikte, who looked elegant in a black dress.
Nikolai, who is the nephew of Queen Mary and King Frederik X, is no stranger to the fashion world. He made his modeling debut at London Fashion Week in 2018 for Burberry and has since walked for Dior at Paris Fashion Week. He views his modeling career as an opportunity he pursued after consulting with his supportive parents, Prince Joachim and Alexandra, Countess of Frederiksborg. Benedikte has also walked internationally, including at Australian Fashion Week.
