Fashion is a word that wouldn’t be normally used in political parlance around the world. It is a segment that has been reserved by pop stars, actors, and models. However, with the ever-growing influence and openness of society, leaders from around the world have been displaying their sense of styling. None better than women are leading by example. Female leaders from every position are seen pulling off traditional as well as modern dresses, not only in their personal space but on their work too. This has inspired a lot of people from relevant generations to not only indulge in politics but to see it as an avenue of statement. Be it strength, class, beauty, or confidence, these women portray their sentiments with their dresses. Here are 10 best-dressed women politicians around the world:
1. Theresa May: Former Prime Minister of the UK, Theresa May is known for her classy and dapper look. She manages to mix formal clothes with accessories that usually won’t go together. Yet, she pulls it all off and looks amazing in all her attires.
2. Hillary Clinton: Known for her perfectly fitting suits, mainly in Navy colour, Hillary Clinton is pretty famous for her style. She is also seen wearing bright, colourful coats and suits on TV appearances.
3. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf: Famous for her peculiar costumes, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is the former President of Liberia. She made history by getting elected as the first female President in entire Africa. She is mostly seen in her traditional African attire, which suits her confident and metal-like personality.
4. Aung San Suu Kyi: Burmese politician, diplomat, and author, Aung San Suu Kyi became the State Councilor and Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2016 to 2021. She is often seen in exuberant dresses that are native to her country Myanmar. As much as her politics made noise, her dress complimented her movies.
5. Laura Chinchilla: Former President of Costa Rica, Laura Chinchilla Miranda is widely known for her bold dresses in the world. She wore what she wanted and pulled it off with utter confidence. She was seen in bright coloured dresses multiple times in TV appearances.
6. Cristina Kirchner: Former president of Argentina, Cristina Kirchner became the second-ever woman leader of her nation. Known for her luxury and elegant dresses, she could have walked on a Cannes red carpet if it were not for her choice of career.
7. Kamla Persad-Bissessar: Leader of the United National Congress, Persad-Bissessar was the first female prime minister of the nation, serving from 2010 to 2015. She has been spotted wearing traditional dresses from multiple cultures around the world. She can pull off a skirt and saree both, which is rare to see for a woman of her stature.
8. Hina Rabbani Khar: The first and youngest person to become the foreign minister of Pakistan, Khar held her position from 2011 to 2013. The politician is mostly seen in plain, straight-cut monotone kurtas and pants teamed with designer sunglasses and handbags. Her minimalist fashion choice gives her a graceful persona.
9. Hema Malini: Member of Parliament in India with the Bhartiya Janata Party, Hema Malini is a Padma Shree-awardee who brings glamour from Bollywood yesteryears into the Indian political arena and is one of the best-dressed politicians. Bright kanjivaram sarees, heavy jewelry, and gajra make for her signature look.
10. Jacinda Ardern: Current Prime Minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern has worn thrift store clothes and wears her hair lightly styled in defiance of the shiny, over-coiffed standard. She dresses like a regular office worker who’s down for drinks with her mates at the local pub.
