Overview
- In an LN+ interview, Senator Patricia Bullrich said her Le Suit outfit cost US$40–50 on Amazon, with local coverage noting comparable suits in Argentine malls typically exceed ARS 300,000.
- Her disclosure followed Economy Minister Luis Caputo’s claim that he avoids buying clothing in Argentina due to high prices, as he showcased an old Massimo Dutti jacket bought abroad.
- Industry figures pushed back, with CIAI president Claudio Drescher calling the officials’ remarks discouraging and pointing to taxes, financing costs and a depressed market as key drivers of prices.
- The media row escalated as journalist Esteban Mirol accused Marixa Balli of hypocrisy and of ties to informal trade; Balli denied illegal links, highlighted years of scrutiny, and confirmed she is closing her Flores clothing store.
- Mirol later clashed on LN+ with Deputy Karen Reichardt, asserting a pro‑consumer stance while she emphasized employment concerns and labor reform, and their exchange ended with her labeling his remarks rude.