Why Isaac Mizrahi Says Gwyneth Has Showbiz’s ‘Best Ass

Okay, so Isaac Mizrahi – the man, the legend, the designer who pretty much defined a certain kind of chic in the ’90s – just came right out and said Gwyneth Paltrow has the “best ass in show business.” Best. Ass. In. Show. Business. And look, if I’m being honest, when I read that, I kind of did a double take. Because it’s Isaac Mizrahi. And it’s Gwyneth. And it’s a very specific, shall we say, assessment.

When Designers Get Personal (And Specific)

Here’s the thing. Mizrahi wasn’t just, like, idly commenting from afar. He was actually talking about working with her back in the day, in the actual 1990s, when he was dressing her. “I used to make clothes for Gwyneth in the ’90s,” he tells PEOPLE, all casual-like, while promoting his new film, “Marty Supreme.” And then he drops this bombshell about her posterior. Which, I mean, is a hell of a thing to say, isn’t it? It’s not just “she looked good.” It’s a very definitive, comparative statement.

And you know, you gotta wonder what it’s like to be Gwyneth Paltrow and have a famous designer who dressed you thirty years ago still out here talking about your butt. Like, is that flattering? Is it a little bit… awkward? Probably both, I’m guessing. But it also speaks volumes about the kind of impact Gwyneth had, even way back then. She wasn’t just a pretty face; she was, apparently, a pretty impressive physique too. Mizrahi, as a designer, would’ve been up close and personal, literally sculpting fabric around her. So, he’s probably got a unique perspective, you know? He’s not just a rando on Twitter. He’s a professional observer of how clothes hang on bodies.

The Nineties, Gwyneth, and That Mizrahi Vibe

Think about the ’90s for a second. It was a different world. Gwyneth was this fresh-faced, WASP-y ingenue, dating Brad Pitt, starring in movies like Seven and Emma. She was the ultimate cool girl, but also kinda wholesome in a way. And Isaac Mizrahi? He was it. His shows were legendary – theatrical, playful, full of supermodels who actually smiled. He was bringing a sort of witty, sophisticated glamour to the runway, and his clothes were often tailored to perfection, hugging curves in just the right way. So for him to be dressing Gwyneth, it makes total sense. They both embodied a certain kind of effortless chic that felt very modern then. And I bet she looked damn good in his stuff. Really good.

So, Is It a Compliment or Just… A Lot?

This is where it gets interesting, right? Because on one hand, a compliment from a fashion icon about your physical attributes? That’s pretty huge. It’s like a chef saying you’ve got the best palate or something. But then, it’s also about a very specific body part. And Gwyneth, who’s now basically built an empire around wellness, self-care, and, let’s be real, a certain kind of aspirational lifestyle that involves jade eggs and clean eating… for someone to just casually bring up her ass from three decades ago feels a little wild.

“I’ve dressed hundreds of women, seen all kinds of figures, but there are some that just… they’re built for clothes. They’re a designer’s dream. And sometimes, it’s just about a really, really good silhouette.”

I mean, can you imagine if someone said that about a male actor? “Oh yeah, Brad Pitt? Best biceps in the business, still remember them from Fight Club.” It’d feel a little different, wouldn’t it? Maybe less objectifying, more like a physical prowess compliment. But when it’s a woman, and it’s specifically about her butt… it kinda skirts that line, doesn’t it? But then again, this is Isaac Mizrahi. He’s known for being blunt, for being himself, for not really censoring. So maybe it’s just a pure, unadulterated, un-PC observation from an artist who appreciates form.

The Enduring Fascination With Celebrity Bodies

Honestly, this whole thing just highlights how obsessed we are, still, with celebrity bodies. Whether it’s Gwyneth’s “best ass” or someone else’s sculpted abs, we just can’t get enough of dissecting, praising, or critiquing how famous people look. And Mizrahi’s comment, while maybe a bit old-school in its directness, taps right into that. He’s not just talking about fashion anymore; he’s talking about the raw material, the human canvas.

And for Gwyneth, specifically, this is kind of a full-circle moment, isn’t it? She went from being this young Hollywood darling whose physique was noticed by top designers to becoming the guru of Goop, selling products that promise to make you feel and look your best. It’s like Mizrahi is reminding us of the original, organic foundation of her appeal, before the jade eggs and the detoxes. Before she was selling you a lifestyle, she just had that lifestyle, or at least that body. And designers noticed.

The thing is, Isaac Mizrahi is a character. He’s always been one. He’s funny, he’s smart, he’s got a big personality. And he’s got history. So when he says something like this, it lands differently than if it came from, say, a random internet commenter. It has weight because of who he is and his experience. He’s seen a lot of bodies, a lot of trends, a lot of Hollywood. So if he’s crowning Gwyneth, you kinda have to take it seriously, at least from a fashion-insider perspective.

What This Actually Means

Look, at the end of the day, what does this actually mean? Probably not a whole lot for Gwyneth herself. She’s busy running an empire, probably doesn’t spend a ton of time thinking about what Isaac Mizrahi said about her derriere thirty years ago. But for us, the people who consume celebrity news, it’s a little peek behind the curtain. It’s a reminder that even the most put-together, wellness-obsessed stars started somewhere, often just as bodies for designers to drape fabric over.

It also reminds me that some people, like Mizrahi, just say what they think, consequences be damned. And in a world where everyone is so carefully curated and media-trained, there’s something almost refreshing about that kind of unfiltered comment. Is it a little inappropriate? Maybe. A little TMI? For sure. But it’s also authentically human, isn’t it? It’s the kind of thing someone might actually say in a casual conversation, not in a perfectly crafted press statement. And that, I think, is why it sticks. It’s messy. It’s personal. And it’s Isaac Mizrahi, just being Isaac Mizrahi. And probably, somewhere, Gwyneth Paltrow is just raising an eyebrow, maybe even cracking a small, knowing smile. Who knows…