SCION OF THE WEEK

10 Other Political Scions and Royal Families to Look to Now


Now that the Obamas are on their way out of the White House, Americans will be deprived of many important values and qualities, but one (more frivolous) trait that will be missing is the glamour the first family brought to Washington, not just Michelle but her two daughters, too. (And lest we forget the missed opportunity to welcome Hillary Clinton’s handsome nephew, Tyler, into the White House.) Here, 10 other political scions and royal families to turn to for inspiration instead. Justin Trudeau of Canada is an obvious choice (his father was also prime minister). But there’s also Luka Pahor, the son of Borut Pahor, president of Slovenia, who posts skate photos on his public Instagram account. And the many princesses who sit front row at fashion weeks around the world.

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Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada
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Who: Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada Why: Just look at him.

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Sirivannavari Nariratana, Princess of Thailand
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Who: Sirivannavari Nariratana, Princess of Thailand Why: She has her own brand called Sirivannavari Bankok and can often be found front row at Paris Fashion Week.

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Luka Pahor, son of Borut Pahor, president of Slovenia
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Who: Luka Pahor, son of Borut Pahor, president of Slovenia Why: Skater boy and Thrasher lover.

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Princess Maria Olympia of Greece and Crown Princess Marie Chantal
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Who: Princess Maria-Chantal of Greece and her daughter, Maria-Olympia Why: Like mother like daughter.

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Thuthukile Zuma, youngest of South African president Jacob Zuma
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Who: Thuthukile Zuma, youngest of South African president Jacob Zuma Why: At 27, she’s already the chief of staff in the Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services.

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Clotilde of Savoy, Princess of Venice
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Who: Clotilde of Savoy, Princess of Venice Why: She’s both an award-winning French actress and a front row fixture at Paris Fashion Week (and all the parties throughout.)

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Charlotte Casiraghi of Monaco

Who: Charlotte Casiraghi of Monaco Why: The second child of Caroline, Princess of Hanover, Princess of Monaco, Charlotte is friends with Stella McCartney and has dabbled in fashion journalism.

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Kinga Duda, daughter of the President of Poland, Andrzej Duda
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Who: Kinga Duda, daughter of the President of Poland, Andrzej Duda Why: At the age of 21, she’s got a private Instagram account and is currently studying law.

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King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan

Who: King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan Why: The handsome young leaders have one son together, Jigme.

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Princess Madeleine of Sweden
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Who: Princess Madeleine of Sweden Why: She’s close with Valentino Garavani, who designed her stunning wedding gown.