As a source told VF, the Duchess of Edinburgh, a new family favorite, "prefers to keep the attention on her causes and charities rather than on herself."

It’s a milestone birthday for Duchess Sophie, who officially rang in the special day on January 20 with a little more pomp and circumstance than usual, courtesy of an official new portrait and plans for a major birthday celebration at their Berkshire home Bagshot Park.

In a series of candid photographs by Christina Ebenezer, the Duchess of Edinburgh chose a wardrobe of re-wears that hint at her new era of royal life

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.

Congratulations are in order as Duchess Sophie gears up to celebrate her 60th birthday on Monday 20 January. In a slight deviation from tradition, the Royal Family has already marked the special day, taking to Instagram today to share a new photos showing the Duchess looking relaxed and happy ahead of the celebrations.

Duchess Sophie marked her 60th birthday on Monday, Jan. 20, and along with some gorgeous new photos released for the occasion, Prince Edward's wife is allegedly planning a special black-tie party with the Princess of Wales and other royal guests.

Skynews.com.au Digital Reporter Reilly Sullivan has discussed Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, celebrating her 60th birthday.