And for what it’s worth, Paltrow seems to have come around to her McQueen look in more recent years. In a 2021 interview with Vogue, the star expressed her continuing love for the one of a kind creation. “Everybody really hated this [dress] … but I think it’s kind of dope. I’m into it,” she said. “I had a weird hangover about it for a while because people were really critical. I think at the time it was too goth, I think people thought it was too hard, so I think it sort of shocked people. But I like it.” Hopefully next Martin will take one of her mom’s archival outfits out for a spin. The Gucci red suit, perhaps? During the annual Governors Ball Music Festival in New York earlier this month, Lizzo took to the stage in a sculptural silver dress with a 3D neckline and form fitting skirt made by the Indian couturier designer Gaurav Gupta. The singer is not the only star to rock his designs this year. Cardi B wore a blue dress by Gupta at the 2023 Grammys, as did Wednesday star Jenna Ortega when she hosted Saturday Night Live in March—and it’s all no coincidence.
Behind the scenes, Hema Bose has been responsible for connecting top talents from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East with such celebrities. Bose is the founder of Maison Bose, a consultancy that assists designers with VIP placements, creative direction, and brand elevation. Through her company, Bose helps unsung creatives get their work seen on a major scale. “I’m genuinely very proud of each individual moment,” says Bose. “I must stress that none of it happens by a snap of a finger. It’s a collaborative effort for all parties—myself, the designers, and stylists.” Originally from Kolkata, India, Bose now calls London her second home. After finishing her undergraduate studies at Central Saint Martins and the London College of Fashion, and earning her master’s degree from the Cambridge Business School, Bose worked on the design team at Alexander McQueen and acted as the global head of VIP and communications at Julien McDonald. She launched Maison Bose in February 2022 after recognizing a need for more diverse design representation within the fashion and celebrity landscape. “I am passionately driven to unite and elevate the incredibly talented designers from all over the world, especially Asia and Middle Eastern countries, who often remain hidden from the global spotlight,” says Bose. “Their exceptional skills and creativity deserve to be showcased on a grand stage.”
