Keke Palmer has revealed the reason behind her statement that celebrity stylist Law Roach is ‘not the best stylist for me’. Roach, who is famously known for his work with stars like Zendaya, Anya Taylor-Joy, Celine Dion, and Ariana Grande, shared insights into his past working relationship with Palmer during a panel discussion held on Wednesday, October 2.
Roach and Palmer discussed their collaboration which began years ago but didn’t quite work out at the time. They reunited when Palmer was pregnant with her son, and the disagreement arose over how to style her baby bump. Roach wanted to showcase the bump, but Palmer preferred to keep it more private. This difference in opinion led Palmer to tell Roach that while he might be the best stylist in the world, he wasn’t the best stylist for her.
Despite the professional differences, both Roach and Palmer expressed mutual respect and love for each other. Roach acknowledged that he had a specific vision for styling Palmer that didn’t align with her personal preferences, emphasizing the importance of understanding and catering to an individual’s needs when it comes to styling.
Roach’s most enduring partnership has been with Zendaya, whom he has styled for over a decade, starting when she was just 14 years old. Their collaboration faced challenges initially as luxury brands were hesitant to work with Zendaya due to her Disney Channel background. Roach strategically sought to increase Zendaya’s visibility and press coverage to attract high-end fashion brands.
To elevate Zendaya’s profile, Roach engaged in innovative strategies such as entering her in ‘Who Wore It Best’ polls and intentionally selecting outfits that would generate buzz and media attention. Despite facing rejections from top fashion houses initially, Roach remained committed to advocating for Zendaya’s fashion presence and securing opportunities for her to shine in the industry.
The story of Roach’s relationship dynamics with both Palmer and Zendaya sheds light on the intricate nature of stylist-artist collaborations in the competitive world of fashion. While each artist has their unique style preferences and aspirations, it is the stylist’s role to navigate these differences, fostering creativity and ensuring that the artist’s individuality shines through in their fashion journey.