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."

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.

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.