“Elegant Debutante Ball in Paris: Affluent Young Women, Celebrities, and Nobility Children Show Off Designer Gowns”

As the daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow, Apple Martin will have attended her fair share of glamorous Hollywood parties in her 20 years.

Attending the Les Bal des Débutantes is a significant achievement for any aspiring model, and the event she went to on Saturday night was particularly exceptional.

The annual ball, established in 1958 at the Palace of Versailles, is a grand occasion where 20 young women from influential families are formally introduced to society.

This year’s soirée took place at the luxurious five-star Hotel Shangri-La, known for its $1,000-a-night rooms, and the proceeds from the event were dedicated to supporting the Necker-Enfants Malades hospital in the city.

For their introduction into high society, the debutantes wore designer ball gowns from some of the world’s top fashion houses – including Chanel, Valentino and Oscar de la Renta.

For the event, Apple Martin wore a bespoke baby blue strapless gown, which took 750 hours to create and was designed by Alessandro Michele – the creative director of Valentino. 

After descending down the hotel’s grand marble staircase, the debutantes took of the room, which was filled with proud parents and noble families, before waltzing with their dates on the dancefloor. 

However, Chris Martin’s daughter – whose date was Austro-Hungarian aristocrat Leo Cosima Henckel von Donnersmarck – wasn’t the only debutante at the ball with a Hollywood connection.

On Saturday night, Sophia Loren’s granddaughter Lucia Sofia Ponti, who lives in Los Angeles, also made her grand entrance into society.

During the glamorous event, Lucia – who is studying at Brown University – was accompanied by her date, Count Alberico di Carpegna Brivio, who is descended from Italian nobility.

Following in her grandmother’s footsteps, Lucia opted for a strapless, tiered Giorgio Armani ballgown.

The Italian designer famously had a close working relationship with Sophia Loren during the height of her fame – and the Hollywood icon even wore a bespoke Armani suit for her 90th birthday celebrations in September.

Speaking to Hello! ahead of the ball, Lucia explained: ‘My grandmother always believed in timeless elegance and the importance of wearing something that reflects your true personality.

‘Growing up, she taught me the value of simplicity, tailoring and always adding a touch of originality to your outfit.’ 

Countess Alienor Loppin de Montmort – who was the only debutante of French origin to attend the event – also took style inspiration from her grandmother ahead of the ball.

The young aristocrat wore a haute couture dress by Emmanuel Ungaro, which first belonged to her grandmother Myriam Laffon.

Meanwhile, Sophie Kodjoe – who is the daughter of And Just Like That’s Nicole Ari Parker – was elegant in a purple gown by Oscar de la Renta adorned with applique flowers. 

Fellow debutante Sofia Yadigaroglu wore a shimmering gown by Dutch designer Iris van Herpen. 

The Amherst College student is the daughter of well known Spanish artist Inma Barrero. Her father is Greek of Byzantine and Swiss descent.

Sienna Gallienne, the granddaughter of Belgian businessman Albert Frere, chose a Dior gown for the occasion. She was joined by date Beltran Remiro Imaz, from Spain. 

Cornelia Manou looked stunning in a crystal embellished gown by Greek designer Celia Kritarioti.

Alienor Loppin de Montmort, who comes from an aristocratic family with Argentinian heritage, chose a dress by French fashion house Emanuel Ungaro. 

Isabel Quirot de Poligny, who has Argentinian and French heritage, chose a bold outfit by French fashion designer Stephane Rolland.

The aspiring curator, who is currently a student at London’s Courtauld Institute, paired a black bustier top with a cream satin skirt featuring a diamante encrusted buckle.

Rysa Panday is the sister of well known Indian actress Rysa Panday. Their father is the actor Chunky Panday.

She was dressed in an ethereal gown by Lebanese label Elie Saab. 

Olivia Meijer, who was born in the Netherlands, is the daughter of an influential Athens-based family prominent in real estate and wine. They own French vineyard Chateau Giscours.

A student at IE University in Madrid, Olivia wore a stunning lilac gown by Italian designer Luisa Beccaria.

While it’s never been publicly stated what college Apple Martin goes to, or even what she studies, many believe she’s currently at Vanderbilt University studying English and Law, History, and Society. 

However, many people were left shocked by her behaviour after a clip emerged of her stealing the spotlight from another girl who was having her picture taken.

The other debutante was seen taking her turn posing for the camera when Martin appeared from behind and sashayed into the shot.

Posing with her hands on her hips, Martin edged her way into the frame – forcing the other girl out.

The debutante could do nothing but look on with an awkward laugh, as Martin proceeds to pout and pose for several photos.