Apple Martin, the first child of Gwyneth Paltrow and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, found herself at the center of a viral video frenzy following her debutante ball appearance. The event, held at the Hotel Shangri-La in Paris on Saturday, November 30, introduced a select group of young women between 16 and 22 into high society.

Apple Martin's Debutante Ball: A Tale of Criticism and Defense

Controversy Surrounding Apple Martin

After the event, a video of Apple Martin and fellow debutante Aliénor Loppin de Montmort posted on TikTok sparked conversations about Apple's behavior. In the video, Loppin de Montmort posed for her photo, and then Apple jokingly stepped in and confidently posed for the various cameras. Social media users quickly labeled her as a "mean girl," but Loppin de Montmort came to her defense."[Apple’s] genuinely the nicest girl ever! She really doesn’t deserve an ounce of what she’s getting," Loppin de Montmort said. "She was the nicest girl ever towards not only me but all the debs!"

Apple Martin's Fashion at the Debutante Ball

Apple made a stunning fashion statement at the event, wearing a custom Valentino gown. Vogue reports that it took Valentino Creative Director Alessandro Michele's atelier 750 hours to make this strapless blue piece, which was fashioned in six dégradé tiers of silk plissé chiffon and cinched at the waist with a black silk bow. She paired it with matching blue Valentino sandals.This was a significant moment as Apple became the first Le Bal attendee to wear a custom Michele gown. Along with her, her parents and brother also wore Valentino outfits. Chris, 47, and Moses donned custom Valentino tuxedos, while Gwyneth, 52, wore a black gown from Valentino's spring 2025 collection. It featured a sheer overlay and delicate white polka dots, with long sleeves, a skirt, and a high neck covered in ruffles that complemented Apple's ruffled dress and black bow detail.Gwyneth shared her maternal pride by posting color and black-and-white photos of Apple in Michele's creation on her Instagram Stories. "My beautiful daughter in @maisonvalentino," she wrote. On December 2, she also posted an Instagram carousel, including videos and photos of Apple, Moses, Chris, and her mother, actress Blythe Danner, at the November 30 event. "A special long weekend in Paris," she captioned the post.Apple Martin's debutante ball experience was not without its share of criticism and praise. Her fashion choice and behavior during the event became topics of discussion, but her fellow debutante's defense and her family's support showed a different side of her. This event marked a significant moment in Apple's life and showcased her style and grace.