How Big Should a Handbag Be?
Briefly

Fashion has turned toward the trend of oversized bags, paraded by designers in the latest runway shows, but there seems to be an unspoken rule in power dynamics that larger bags represent less authority.
In politics, the absence of handbags among female leaders highlights a shift away from fashion statements, as figures like Kamala Harris and Claudia Sheinbaum are often seen without them.
Historically, handbag associations in politics focus predominantly on figures like Margaret Thatcher, whose box bags became a personal brand, contrasting with today's leaders who often forgo any bags at all.
The trend of giant handbags may dominate the fashion industry, but the most influential women in power choose to eschew such items, indicating a nuanced relationship between authority and fashion accessories.
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