The Cannes Film Festival 2025 has been a dazzling affair, with celebrities gracing the red carpet in an array of stunning and sometimes rule-bending outfits. This year, the festival organizers implemented a new dress code that prohibits nudity and “voluminous” outfits, particularly those with large trains, aiming for a more streamlined and “decent” aesthetic. Despite these rules, many attendees still managed to make bold fashion statements. Here’s a glimpse of the best looks from Cannes film festival 2025.
Day 1 Highlights
Bella Hadid
The supermodel, sporting new blonde hair, arrived in a sleek black custom Saint Laurent gown featuring a cowl neckline, daring back cut-outs, and a thigh-high slit. She paired it with Chopard jewelry.
Eva Longoria
A Cannes veteran, Eva Longoria shimmered in a metallic Tamara Ralph Couture dress with a bold black velvet bow at the back that extended into a subtle train.
Heidi Klum
She made a statement in a romantic, strapless ombré Elie Saab gown with layered ruffles and a dramatic slit, seemingly testing the boundaries of the “voluminous” rule with its floral design.
Irina Shayk
Model Irina Shayk opted for a black-and-white sequined Giorgio Armani Privé gown with off-shoulder balloon sleeves, a fitted bodice, and a voluminous skirt, paired with velvet opera gloves and diamonds.
Payal Kapadia
Indian filmmaker and jury member Payal Kapadia made a statement in a deconstructed checkered pantsuit by Arjun Saluja, paired with a sharp black shirt and oxidized silver accessories.
Wan QianHui
Chinese theatre star Wan QianHui defied the “voluminous” ban in a dramatic butter-yellow gown with layers of tulle and a sprawling train by Wang Feng Couture.
Day 2 Looks
Halle Berry
A jury member this year, Halle Berry showcased different styles, including a Celia Kritharioti Couture creation with black and pink balloon-like details and a Jacquemus striped high-neck design.
Irina Shayk
Irina Shayk continued to impress in a feathered Elie Saab gown reminiscent of Black Swan.
Angela Bassett
Angela Bassett opted for a fringed Burberry dress from the brand’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection.
Zoe Saldana
She looked chic in a Saint Laurent slip dress paired with a black leather jacket.
Diane Kruger
She exuded elegance in a shimmering, feather-trimmed Prada design.
Alessandra Ambrosio
Alessandra Ambrosio wore a striking strapless emerald gown from Zuhair Murad’s Couture Spring 2025 collection with detachable ruffled sleeves.
The Cannes Film Festival 2025 continues to unfold, and more stunning fashion moments are expected as the event progresses. The interplay between the new, more conservative dress code and the desire for impactful red-carpet looks is creating an interesting dynamic in this year’s fashion landscape at Cannes.
