I chose the Oscar Boot in Black/Gunmetal, because it’s a high quality, well-made boot with a classic style that I can wear with almost any combination of my outfits – they have a timeless design and I’ll have them in my wardrobe for years!

Your work always seems to bring so much energy and colour to its audience, particularly your light installation at the Tate last year, why do you think this particular piece was so well received?

I am a feminist and activist, and this has always been reflected in my practice. My art has celebrated and sought to emancipate the image of women. Breaking stereotypes, and challenging dangerous narratives particularly in the context of South Asian women, female empowerment and education rights globally. Ultimately, exploring femininity, notably Asian femininity, has also led me to explore the impacts of imperialism, colonialism, race and class and I will continue to advocate for a fairer, more balanced society that doesn’t negate our differences, butt celebrates them without discrimination.

Much like my previous public work, I’ve made use of kaleidoscopic, bright colours. This is in honour of the images and messages that I have associated with my childhood, and I specifically wanted to honour the magic of entertainment. I was inspired by my parents, and have dedicated this installation to their memory. They were both entertainers; my dad, a magician in India, while my mum would entertain everybody at our temple and weddings. I felt honouring them, through this uplifting installation and all its elements, made a perfect link with Covent Garden’s rich history of street performers and magicians.