Queen Mary of Denmark triggers massive global hair trend after rocking new 'Gen Z' style: 'She's like Rachel from Friends'

Queen Mary of Denmark turned heads after debuting a brand new 'Gen Z' hairstyle - and it's beloved by celebrities including Beyoncé, Jennifer Aniston, Kylie Jenner and Bella Hadid.

The Danish royal recently stepped out onto the balcony of Frederik VIII's Palace for husband King Frederik's 56th birthday.

Eagle-eyed fans immediately spotted the queen's new look: money pieces.  

Made famous by Beyoncé in 2020, the trend involves dyeing face-framing locks a lighter colour to make features pop.

Queen Mary's new hairstyle saw her sport light caramel money pieces which expertly contrast with her deep auburn hair.

Queen Mary of Denmark recently turned heads after debuting a brand new 'Gen Z' hairstyle

Queen Mary's new hairstyle saw her sport light caramel money pieces which expertly contract with her deep auburn hair

The hair transformation highlighted the queen's subtle makeup and accentuated her features. 

Some, like Bella Hadid and Kylie Jenner, choose to bleach or dye their money pieces vibrant colours. 

Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green in Friends (1994-2004) also frequently dyed her hair with money pieces framing her face.

The actor's haircut during the television show, nicknamed 'The Rachel', is one of the top most-requested haircuts in recent years.

Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green in Friends (1994-2004) also frequently dyed her hair with money pieces framing her face 

Some celebrities like Bella Hadid and Kylie Jenner chose to bleach or dye their money pieces vibrant colours

As trends revert back to the 1990s and mix in a modern twist, it's no surprise the Queen of Denmark decided to show the world her take on the popular style.

Queen Mary is a fashion icon in her own right and well-known for setting off trends.

The Australian-born European royal recently styled her hair with accessories from a designer beloved by Taylor Swift.

New York designer Ellen Hunter's ornate handcrafted jewellery and hair accessories have become a celebrity favourite over the years.

Queen Mary wore the Jane comb ($248) from Ellen Hunter during the Danish state visit to Norway in May 2024 (pictured left with Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway)

Queen Mary wore the Jane comb ($248) from Ellen Hunter during the Danish state visit to Norway in May 2024.

The Jane comb uses filigree - a method where the maker twists gold wire together and solders it - which makes its design more intricate. 

It has three vintage-inspired designs twirled together atop a 24 karat gold-plated comb - and only three units are in stock at the time of writing.

The sparkly Amanda comb is adorned with European crystals and pacific opals set atop gold leaves similar to the Daphne comb

During the same visit in Norway, Queen Mary also dazzled in the Amanda comb ($338) as she posed next to her husband King Frederik X of Denmark and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr.

The sparkly comb is adorned with European crystals and pacific opals set atop gold leaves similar to the Daphne comb. 

Thousands of royal fans revealed they were 'obsessed' with Queen Mary's hair accessories - so it's only a matter of time before the money pieces come back in full-swing.