If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be fashion royalty, we’ve got a peek at that lifestyle for you today. Salma Hayek is best known as a critically acclaimed actress, but she’s also married to François-Henri Pinault, head of French luxury giant Kering. Kering has part or whole ownership of brands like Gucci, Bottega Veneta and Saint Laurent, so Salma has even better access to gorgeous clothing and handbags than her considerable fame and wealth would already grant her.
If you feel like celebrities all carry the same Birkins and Classic Flaps and you’re sick of it, Salma’s the star for you. As any loving spouse would do, she supports her husband’s business endeavors, and that’s not too much of a hardship when that support means an endless stream of some of the world’s finest luxury leather.
Alexander McQueen Cage Velvet Shoulder Bag
$1,795 via Net-a-Porter
The first Kering brand in Salma’s closet is Alexander McQueen, which makes for some stunning looks. This little shoulder bag is one of the most restrained we’ll see, but it’s still quite pretty.
Alexander McQueen Demanta Clutch
$845 via Neiman Marcus
Salma, as you might imagine, attends a lot of red carpet events and, as a result, carries a lot of clutches.
Alexander McQueen Faithful Tote
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A secondary thing I learned about Salma from going through her press archives is that she has interesting taste in hats.
Alexander McQueen Knuckle Clutch
$3,295 via Neiman Marcus
If I had to guess, I’d guess that being Salma is pretty fun.
Alexander McQueen Laser-Cut Skull Clutch
$758 via 6pm
If nothing else, you get to wear a ton of gorgeous archival McQueen dresses.
Alexander McQueen Skull Buckle Clutch
$2,595 via Saks
And all the intricately detailed skull clutches she can stand.
Alexander McQueen Snakeskin Skull Clutch
$2,595 via SSENSE
Exotics, too!
Alexander McQueen Bird Clutch
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We’re not 100% sure this bag is McQueen, but it seems like a pretty good bet, ya know?
Balenciaga Cable Flap Clutch
$1,335 via Balenciaga
I can’t imagine what it must be like to have access to any Balenciaga bag your little heart desires, but it’s probably pretty great.
Balenciaga City Bag
$1,835 via Balenciaga
If I were Salma, I’d have a different Bal bag for every outfit.
Balenciaga Giant Envelope Clutch
$1,255 via Balenciaga
Salma’s not quite that Balenciaga-obsessed, but she has carried quite a few in her time as the first lady of Kering.
Balenciaga Papier A4 Tote
$1,835 via Balenciaga
I hope to one day have several men in uniforms hoist me onto a yacht while a designer bag is slung over my shoulder.
Balenciaga Tube Bag
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This style was relatively short-lived for Balenciaga, and I’m guessing it’s because the top handle placement makes the whole thing sag.
Alexander Wang Chastity Satchel
$1,095 via Barneys
Thanks to commenter Chase for the ID on this bag!
Bottega Veneta Baby Olimpia Ayers Bag
$4,800 via Neiman Marcus
This color combo feels a bit strange to me, but I like both her dress and bag separately.
Bottega Veneta Elongated Knot Clutch
$1,750 via Neiman Marcus
A black dress with red accents, though, is something I’ll always approve of.
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Frame Bag
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The woman behind Salma is line up just right to make the hair situation in this photo very weird.
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Tote
$3,950 via Neiman Marcus
Even billionaires are occasionally stuck going to the airport with the rest of us.
Bottega Veneta Piano Crocodile Crisscross Clutch
$9,000 via Neiman Marcus
Let’s pause for a moment to appreciate the beauty of this little clutch.
Bottega Veneta Suede Cocco Lave Ayers Bag
$6,550 via Bottega Veneta
AGAIN with the men hoisting Salma into a boat! I want to do that!
Bottega Veneta Woven Trim Tote
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That guy in the back, holding the picture of a young girl dressed as a Catholic schoolgirl? I bet Salma’s personal security detail could have him eliminated.
Christopher Kane Safety Buckle Bag
$1,160 via Net-a-Porter
Kering doesn’t own Christopher Kane, but it does have a significant investment in the brand.
Giambattista Valli Shoulder Bag
Kering also invests in Valli, which means Salma comes out to support the brand’s shows.
Gucci 58 Satin Clutch
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It’s hard to argue that dressing Salma isn’t a very good advertisement for any brand’s clothes.
Gucci 1973 Bag
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Gucci is, of course, one of Kering’s marquee brands.
Gucci Marmont Mini Chain Bag
$1,400 via Gucci
Somehow Salma’s baby blue coat looks cheery even in a steady downpour.
Gucci Dionysus Suede Clutch
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It should come as no surprise that Salma was the first celebrity to carry the Dionysus line.
Gucci Suede Dionysus Shoulder Bag
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It’s hard to find the suede bags at retail even now, but Salma had them six months ago.
Gucci Jackie Hobo
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I will draw your attention again to Salma’s hat choices.
Gucci Lizard 1973 Top Handle Bag
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This bag and dress also appeared together on the Gucci runway before they appeared together on Salma.
Gucci Ostrich Stirrup Bag
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In this photo, Salma is strolling through Europe, shopping with her billionaire husband who seems to adore her, carrying an exotic Gucci bag and looking happy. When you look up “aspirational” in the dictionary, you see this photo.
Gucci Soho Tote
$1,650 via Gucci
Valentina definitely got her mom’s wavy hair.
Gucci Stirrup Shoulder Bag
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Just because Salma has unlimited access to Gucci bags doesn’t mean she’s immune from occasionally pulling a seasons-old favorite from her closet.
Not all leopard prints are created equal, and this one is great; it provides the perfect balance to her prim tweed suit.
Saint Laurent Betty Bag
$1,890 via Barneys
The next Kering brand well-represented in Salma’s closet: Saint Laurent.
Saint Laurent High School Small Shoulder Bag
$2,350 via Barneys
Of all the bags in Salma’s collection, this one may be the one I’d most like to have for myself. I’d carry it everywhere.
Saint Laurent Lutetia Bar Clutch
$995 via Barneys
Saint Laurent has made several shapes of the Lutetia, and Salma has carried all of them.
Saint Laurent Lutetia Bar Clutch
$995 via Barneys
This is the zip-top version.
Saint Laurent Lutetia Bar Clutch
$995 via Barneys
This is the most recent version.
Saint Laurent Monogramme Matelasse Shoulder Bag
$2,690 via Saks
Salma tends to stick with less-logo’d Saint Laurent bags, but of course she has one of these in her closet.
Saint Laurent Studded Clutch
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This clutch strikes me as a bit of an odd choice to pair with a ball gown on a red carpet, but okay.
Stella McCartney Beckett Envelope Clutch
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Salma’s an every-season regular at Stella’s shows.
Stella McCartney Buckle Shoulder Bag
$1,135 via Saks
It’s hard to look genuinely amused in a fashion week paparazzi scrum, but Salma is a pro at this.
Stella McCartney Falabella Mini Studded Bag
$900 via Saks
See? A total pro.
Stella McCartney Falabella Small Bag
$1,195 via Saks
Getting out of a car is always an awkward time to be swarmed by photographers, though.
Stella McCartney Small Falabella Bag
$1,195 via Saks
Coming out of fashion show, on the other hand: piece of cake.
Yves Saint Laurent Cabas Chyc Tote
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Once again: Salma loves a hat!
