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Lauren Sanchez’s style often sparks debate. But even more impressive than her wardrobe is her handbag collection, which is worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Her closet contains some of the rarest pieces from Hermès, Balenciaga, and Dior. Many of them were showcased during her lavish wedding in Venice last June, when she married billionaire Jeff Bezos.

During the wedding weekend, she not only carried a Hermès Porosus Crocodile Kelly Midas Sellier 25 (around $170,000), but also a limited-edition white mini Dior bag worth over $15,000.

Image and celebrity stylist Tracy Lamouri told the Daily Mail: “Lauren’s bags show not only taste, but rare access. It’s a signal of confidence — she controls her image.”

According to Lamouri, such a collection proves that Sanchez is truly “at the center of elite circles,” not merely flaunting wealth.

Hermès Kelly Midas Sellier 25 (Black) — $250,000

The most coveted and rare bag in her collection. It is considered one of the hardest to obtain because it isn’t bought — it’s offered.

Stylist Kim Appelt explained that even extremely wealthy people often can’t get their hands on one. “These bags aren’t just bought — they’re offered. Owning one signals access, but more importantly — sense of style, respect for craftsmanship, and history.”

The bag was spotted during the wedding when Lauren carried it while leaving the Aman hotel, paired with a cream Dior suit.

Balenciaga Coffee Cup Clutch — $5,750

Despite her love of classics, Sanchez isn’t afraid to “play” with fashion. In March, she was seen carrying a bag shaped like a coffee cup — one of the most talked-about pieces in her collection.

Stylist Kim Appelt says these accessories are the most interesting: “They show humor and lightness. Such bags say: she doesn’t take herself too seriously.”

Fashion marketing expert Dr. David Lorange added that these bags perform extremely well on social media: the more unusual the design, the more conversation it generates around the brand.

Limited Dior Mini Bag (Rêve d’Infini) — Over $15,000

In July, during a trip to the French Riviera, Lauren was seen with a mini Dior bag created in collaboration with artist Pietro Ruffo.

The bag features a compass emblem and Dior’s signature charms.

Hermès Birkin 25 (Brown) — Over $35,000

A classic that never goes out of style. Lauren first showed this bag in 2021, pairing it with a brown dress and a white oversized blazer.

The stylist calls the Birkin a “symbol of power and control,” especially for those constantly in the spotlight.

Hermès Birkin (Pink Crocodile) — Around $105,000

While vacationing in London in 2022, Lauren carried a bright pink crocodile Birkin worth over $100,000, complementing the look with luxury Cartier accessories and diamonds.

Judith Leiber UFO — Around $7,000

After her historic flight into space on a Blue Origin rocket, Lauren received a UFO-shaped bag from the Kardashian family, adorned with crystals and star details.

Lauren herself wrote on Instagram that the gift was “from another universe.”

And That’s Not All

During the wedding weekend, Lauren also carried accessories hinting at her new surname — for example, a black clutch with the inscription “Mrs. Bezos”, decorated with silver rhinestones.

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