The Cannes film festival has kicked off with a spectacular display of fashion on the Croisette. From sweeping capes to crinkled couture, the red carpet has seen a stunning array of looks that blend tradition with daring innovation.
Classic Elegance and Modern Twists
Catherine Deneuve brought a sophisticated spin to the co-ord trend, wearing a satin crepe jacket and matching skirt from Saint Laurent at the Parallel Tales premiere. She paused for a photograph with actor Vincent Cassel, embodying timeless glamour.
Diane Kruger channeled Daenerys Targaryen in a sweeping Givenchy cape dress with intricately plaited hair, while Isabelle Huppert embraced theatrical dressing in a Demna for Gucci look, featuring toe-to-finger coverage at the same screening.
Naked Dressing and Sheer Statements
Although naked dressing is technically banned on the Cannes carpet, Riley Keough skirted the rules in a sheer Chanel ensemble. Kelly Rutherford offered a clever solution with sequins and big pants under a technically sheer Giorgio Armani gown.
Demi Moore, a jury member, made multiple appearances. For Fatherland, she wore a crinkly Gucci dress, and for A Woman's Life, a whisper-thin lavender Gucci gown. Another look featured a confetti dress from Jacquemus, inspired by artists like Roy Lichtenstein and Yayoi Kusama.
Smart/Casual and Genre Clashes
Seth Rogen nailed the smart/casual code with tailored trousers, an unbuttoned blazer, and loafers. Jane Schoenbrun, promoting her film Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, juxtaposed a formal tux jacket with a puffball skirt and powder-blue stockings.
Gillian Anderson sported disco curls and a Miu Miu dress similar to her catwalk look. Vimala Pons leaned into gorpcore with a zip-up jacket and cargo shorts from Louis Vuitton.
Bold Statements and Homages
Leïla Bekhti paid homage to Gianni Versace in a belted top from his 92 collection, paired with Capri pants and tiny sunglasses. Nicolas Seydoux reprised his whimsical pink floral cape from 2024.
Meadow Walker accessorized with a charm belt from Celine. Ruth Negga wore a green Dior dress with lace trim and tassels. Chang Sisi stunned in a black column gown with a floor-sweeping pink cape by Wang Feng.
Veteran Stars Shine
Jane Fonda, at 88, sparkled in a Gucci gown at the La Vénus Électrique premiere. Joan Collins, returning after nearly a decade, wore a ruffled Stéphane Rolland gown with opera gloves and dazzling jewelry.
Heidi Klum ditched her Met Gala marble makeup for a peach Elie Saab gown. Isabella Rossellini clashed prints and textures at a Carlton Beach lunch. Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu's giant purple Saint Laurent gown evoked Emily in Paris.
Menswear and Unique Designs
Isaach de Bankolé inspired smart/casual with an oversized navy suit and white T-shirt. Toheeb Jimoh leaned into menswear classics with a Louis Vuitton double-breasted blazer. Stellan Skarsgård updated the suit with a Bottega Veneta oversized fit, droopy bow tie, and sharp sunglasses.
Frédérique Bel wore an orb-shaped dress and matching hat. Adriana Paz chose a black gown with tulle overlay from Neithan Herbert, with visible stitching highlighting human craftsmanship. Ikram Abdi Omar wore a full-length white Stella McCartney gown.
