Forget splurging at Harrods because her family owns Harrods and Valentino. They even have a stake in Louis Vuitton. She tirelessly works with the United Nations and lives in a magnificent palace.
Sheikha Moza bint Nasser's net worth is not publicly available, as it is tied to the wealth of the Qatari ruling family and is not itemised for public consumption. She is a prominent member of the family and holds a high-profile position, but specific personal financial figures have not been disclosed.
She is married to the Father Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, and has held significant influence in the nation's affairs. Her public profile includes her work in education, social development, and as a member of the Brookings Institution's Board of Trustees.
Early life and family
The daughter of Nasser bin Abdullah Al-Missned, a well-known opposition activist, she was born in Qatar in 1959. She married Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani at 18 in 1977 and became his second, some say, favourite, wife. The couple has seven children who are now aged between 31 to 44, with the current Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, being her second born.
She paints a picture of unmatched flair and elegance with a turban that she wears as an alternative to the hijab. Her impressive wardrobe includes the likes of international designer labels such as Chanel, Dior, Hermès, Ralph & Russo, Stephane Rolland, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Valentino.
“Modest، yet cutting edge, she has found a niche style that is not offensive to her culture and religion,” stated Sandra Wilkins, chair of the fashion department at the Virginia Commonwealth University campus in Doha. “She is laying out ground rules: you can be fashionable and cutting edge, but there are boundaries.” Sheikha Moza is an excellent example of balancing cultural sensitivities and cosmopolitan individualism.
She doesn’t have a stylist
The first lady of Qatar, who is known for her unique, individualistic style statement and is said to be worth nearly $15 billion, does not have a stylist. The Sheikha herself has said: “I don’t have a stylist because I wouldn’t find anyone that would understand what I want.” She continued, “It’s my mental treat,” she explained. “When I’m exhausted, I go to my dressing room and go through my closets, and I try to mix things and fix things.” The world and all its fashionistas never miss any look served by the royal matriarch, for every look is a lesson in elegance.
Her innate sense of fashion has turned into a business
This mother of seven is a force of fashion who not only displays an excellent sense of style but also benefits from it. From Harrods to Claridge’s and the fashion house Valentino, the Gulf state owns some of Europe’s most iconic brands. It doesn’t take a genius to guess Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser would have a role to play in the acquisition. The Qatari royal family snapped up Italian luxury label Valentino for USD860 million in 2012. Qatar Holding bought a 1 percent stake in French luxury goods group LVMH Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy in March 2012 for nearly USD 700 million.
It only makes sense that being the most powerful woman in Qatar and one of the most fashionable in the world, owns the iconic London department store Harrods. With the acquisition taking place in 2010 from Mohammed Al Fayed for a reported USD1.5bn, the couture-loving Queen would have no dearth of haute couture, especially with no stylist around.
Mega mansions in Doha and London
The USD335 billion Qatari royals reside in a palace that is a fitting home of the House of Thani. The Emiri Diwan Palace is shrouded in secrecy and opulence. The residence of the emir and his family boasts glorious white palace walls with tall arches, manicured lawns, and sprawling spaces that are indicative of the luxuries that lie beneath. It is packed with riches, and facilities, like conference rooms and offices.