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These Are The Luxury Bags Favoured By Female Politicians Around The World

August 02, 2022 - 13:26 IST
Salva Mubarak
Salva Mubarak Senior Features Writer

When she is not delivering impassioned speeches calling out fascism in Parliament, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra can be seen toting around a roomy Louis Vuitton bag to carry whatever politicians these days carry (a lot of audacity perhaps?). Exorbitantly-priced monogrammed luxury goods are not a rare sight in Indian politics these days, some are carried as shoulder bags, and sometimes worn over (supposedly) 56-inch barrel chests (IYKYK).

READ: Deepika Padukone Named Louis Vuitton’s House Ambassador

Moitra has been spotted with the, reportedly, INR 1.5 Lakh worth bag on multiple occasions, paired with her crisp saris and a steel-infused spine, and her luxury companion has quickly became the subject of hot debates across the country.

The politician’s chic companion made us curious to check out what some of the other stylish politicians around the world carry on their shoulders as they go about changing the world around us…

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez

The US Congresswoman is easily one of the most stylish politicians around the world. Her dynamic power suits and one contentious Met Gala appearance have ensured that her style is always talked about, almost as much as her stance on government policies. It’s not surprising that the bag she prefers is aligned with her politics. AOC has been spotted in and around Capitol Hill carrying a vegan leather, burgundy red Telfar Shopping Bag. The brand prides itself on democratising luxury fashion, making high-quality and stylish bags available to a wider range of people.

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German Bundestag

Angela Merkel

Former German chancellor Angela Merkel knows the power (and need) of carrying a giant handbag with you every time you step out of the house. Merkel and her constant companion, several large Longchamp bags in different colours, proved that even if you’re one of the world’s most powerful people, you will have trouble finding stuff from your ginormous shoulder bags the moment you most need it. You only need to look at the many photographs of her rummaging through her bags to know that’s true.

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Hema Malini

Bollywood actress-turned-politician Hema Malini knows the value of an expensive and sturdy bag. The Lok Sabha member has been spotted with a variety of bags, including a classic Michael Kors handbag that’s usually priced at about INR 36,000.

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Hillary Clinton

Hillary Clinton

Hillary Clinton’s love for carrying around expensive luxury goods in public have landed her in trouble many times in the past. When it was not the $1,645 (INR 1,30,000 approx) Alexander McQueen handbag, it was the $3,500 (INR 2,76,000 approx) Ralph Lauren calfskin bag that she carried with herself as she visited her daughter Chelsea Clinton and her newborn baby in the hospital.

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Jaya Bachchan

The Bachchan family matriarch has been a Member of Parliament since 2004. The actress turned politician’s speeches, and angry outbursts at rude reporters, often go viral online. Bachchan’s celebrity status ensures that her style is always up for scrutiny, whether it’s her appearances in Parliament or outside airports. She can be spotted with many stylish handbags, the most notable one being a Goyard bag which is instantly recognisable with its iconic interlocking Chevron pattern. This bag from the French luxury leather good house usually retails upwards of $1,000 (INR 78,600 approx).

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