Apple Martinwas not the only Hollywood scion making their society debut atLe Bal des Debutantesin Paris over the weekend.
One Lucia Ponti, the 18-year-old granddaughter of legendary Italian screen sirenSophia Loren.
Lucia spoke toVogueItalia in the run-up to the event.
Photo: Daniel Paik
In glam…
And in her Armani gown.
Lucias grandmother, Sophia Loren, with Giorgio Armani.
Le Bal has a long history.
In glam…
What do you think is its significance today?
As for Paris, what is your relationship with this city?
I find it so peaceful and romantic.
And in her Armani gown.
I have been many times with my family, so I have a lot of special memories.
Lucia Ponti with her father, Edoardo Ponti.
What was the most exciting or challenging part of your preparation for the dance?
Lucia’s grandmother, Sophia Loren, with Giorgio Armani.
We have a lot of fun training together.
What does it mean to you to wear a dress by Armani at such a prestigious event?
It means so much to me.
Photo: Morgan Amsellem
Did your grandmother give you any advice?
My grandmother only told me that I have to prioritize being myself above all else.
If you could describe this experience in one word, what would it be?
Lucia Ponti with her father, Edoardo Ponti.
The 2024 debutantes, including Lucia Ponti on the front row, center.
Photo: Morgan Amsellem
Photo: Yunling Fang
The 2024 debutantes, including Lucia Ponti on the front row, center.
