The Burberry Bag in Succession: The Internet Reacts To The “Ludicrously Capacious” Accessory
From Twitter to TikTok, social media has quite a lot to say about the symbolism of the handbag in the first episode of Season Four
The Burberry Bag in Succession: The Internet Reacts To The “Ludicrously Capacious” Accessory
Succession is back – and with it its infamous meme-making moments, dreamed up by the series’ award-winning writers. Kendall, Shiv, and Roman have returned to the small screen, as a new chapter in the story of HBO’s most famous fictitious family unfolds.
The dark comedy that centres around the venomous (yet undeniably luxurious) world of the Roys does an excellent job of portraying how a “normal person” would struggle to fit in amongst the ultra-high-net-worth main characters of the show.
Similar to how Cousin Greg awkwardly inserted himself into the family’s life in the pilot, Bridget (with no last name), played by Francesca Root-Dodson, stumbles into the highly-gatekept Roy residence during the birthday celebrations of the misanthropic patriarch, accompanying the distant relative as an overzealous plus-one.
Unfortunately, her presence is made the subject of discussion, mostly centring around her “ludicrously capacious” bag, as described by Shiv’s husband, Tom Wambsgans: a Burberry check tote. The outsider holds the oversized handbag close to herself as she saunters among the quiet luxury world of the one-percenters.
The Burberry Bag in Succession
With accents of brown leather trim, top handles, and a detachable shoulder strap, the Burberry Title Vintage Check Two-Handle Bag retails for around $3000 (approx. Dhs11,444) and features studded detailing in gold – although it is unconfirmed whether or not this is, indeed, the same bag as seen in the show.
@guyfieri.superfan #greenscreen kendall 4ever #succession #hbomax #kendallroy #burberry ♬ original sound – Alexandra Hildreth
The handbag’s iconic pattern has fashion enthusiasts taking to social media to share their opinions, touching on topics related to old money aesthetic vs. recognisable branding – and the message it conveys about the wearer.
The fact that it was Burberry. The visible print. The size. The model of the bag… everything was just perfectly awful ??? the way she would’ve been better off with a tasteful little thing from Mango ? https://t.co/b3VqTRkS4O
— T✨ (@txadel_) March 27, 2023
While some have pointed out the brilliance of the moment, basking in Succession’s ability to combine its witty satire with the overt commentary it has become known for, others rallied for the creation of a support group for women who love a large tote bag.
imagine you’re watching the Succession premiere and you realize you have this bag in your closet pic.twitter.com/UhNEVYYEqD
— Dylan Hafer (@thedylanhafer) March 27, 2023
Viewers in the UAE can catch the HBO original series on OSNTV and OSN+.
Lead Image Courtesy/@Succession on Instagram