Top 15 Cannes Festival Red Carpet Looks of 2025

With the Cannes Film Festivals new 2025 dress code, people wondered what daring fashionista Bella Hadid would wear on the red carpet. The model went viral after attending the Opening Ceremony wearing a black, custom Saint Laurent dress with an asymmetrical open back. Although she kept it simple and elegant, Hadid still delivered a bold look with a side slit starting at the top of her thigh. The Chopard ambassador added some glitz to her glam with 118.68-carat emerald earrings and two diamond rings from the Haute Joaillerie Collection. A pair of black Saint Laurent Georgia sandals with rhinestone straps pulled the sleek ensemble together. Hadid also debuted long, honey-blonde tresses styled by Jacob Schwartz.

EGOT winner and inspiring philanthropist Viola Davis may be a newbie on the Cannes red carpet, but the legendary actress is a pro when it comes to showcasing incredible fashion. She attended the premiere of The Mastermind in an eye-catching, custom Gucci yellow-green silk chiffon gown with ruched detailing and a lace bustier. The LOréal ambassador elevated the look by rocking her gorgeous natural curls, courtesy of hair stylist Jamika Wilson. A beautiful Bvlgari emerald choker and matching ring added some sparkle, but all the radiance came from Davis infectious positive energy and dazzling smile.

This isnt Scarlett Johanssons first Cannes red carpet but it is the first time shes attended as a director. For her big night, the Eleanor The Great director served simple sophistication in a classic black dress by Prada with matching pumps. Collaborating with stylist Kate Young, Johansson upped the glam for the Vie Privée premiere, wearing a Prada strapless chiffon dress with a ruched bodice. Although the hue of the flowing fabric looks like lavender from some angles, the official color is a dusty blue. Using Johanssons vegan skincare line The Outset, makeup artist Hung Vanngo gave her a clean look with a bold lip. Finishing touches were De Beerss Essence of Nature collection, including a pair of teardrop earrings with over 13 carats of diamonds.

Elaine Zhong had a princess moment at the Cannes Film Festivals Dossier 137 premiere, and we cant get enough of it. The Chinese actor gracefully stepped out of a fairytale and onto the red carpet in a white Elie Saab strapless gown from the Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2023 collection, featuring intricate floral and sequin embroidery on the bodice. And as a LOreal ambassador, Zhong repped the brand with subtle eye makeup and a bold lip, including some SPF for protection from the sunny French Riviera. She topped it off with a classic Hollywood hairstyle and beautiful jewelry. Pure elegance.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps actor Julia Garner attended the Opening Ceremony and the Leave One Day premiere wearing an eye-catching black silk chiffon Gucci gown with draped detailing and a modest train. The champagne-colored sequin underdress created an all-over shimmering effect that really popped under the lights. Garner brought even more dazzle with romantic jewels from the Pasquale Bruni high jewelry collection white gold and diamond drop earrings with a morganite gem, and a white and rose gold ring. Makeup artist Zoë Taylor gave the star a sultry smokey eye paired with a nude lip, and Bobby Eliot styled her signature blonde pixie cut. Garner completed the edgy, dark glam look with a pair of black leather platforms.

As one of this years jury members, Halle Berry had a lot to do at the Cannes Film Festival, and that means a multi-day slay. The Oscar winner adhered to the new dress code at the opening ceremony, swapping a crimson red Gaurav Gupta stunner for a bold striped gown from Jacquemus Spring 2025. However, the ensemble made an appearance at the Chopard Universe Dinner a few days later And lets not forget the LOreal Paris Dinner for Women in Cinema where she served effortless elegance in a blush pink gown from Elie Saab Spring 2025 Haute Couture collection. From the custom Gucci gown at the Kering Women in Motion Awards to the timeless Jacquemus number and serpent necklace at the Trophée Chopard gala, Ms. Berry kept us fed.

Chanel ambassador Margaret Qualleys star has been steadily on the rise in film and fashion, and what better place to celebrate both than another Cannes Film Festival. At the films premiere, the Honey Dont! actress wowed in a light blush custom Chanel silk chiffon gown adorned with a delicate camellia flower and black bow under the off-the-shoulder neckline. The creation was inspired by an archival look worn by supermodel Claudia Schiffer from the brands Haute Couture Spring-Summer 1990 collection. A high slit in the middle showed off two-tone ballet flats from Chanel, proving you dont have to sacrifice style over comfort. Qualleys romantic updo and chic earrings tied it all together.

Red carpet regular and L'Oréal Paris ambassador Araya A. Hargate, aka Chompoo, came to Cannes prepared to turn heads in more looks than one. For the screening of Nouvelle Vague, the Thai model and actress wore an Elie Saab Haute Couture off-the-shoulder gown, featuring an array of exquisite embroidery. At the Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning premiere, Hargate donned a glittering blush-toned dress from Armani Privé Spring 2025. On the Eddington red carpet, the fashionista wore an edgy custom Sirivannavari cream gown with a leather and grommet corset top that flowed into a lovely tulle skirt. Hargates three standout looks were each elevated with dazzling jewels, light makeup, and sleek updos.

Like several fashionistas on this list, Dakota Johnson had more than one stellar look at Cannes. She was a glittering stunner at the Kering Women in Motion Awards in a sheer silver custom Gucci column dress with a halter neck. With the gown taking center stage, Johnson opted for a sleek ponytail and her trademark bangs styled by Mark Townsend. For jewelry, she showed off Boucherons eye-catching Serpent Bohème Solarité diamond hoop earrings. The actor-producer also made an impression on the red carpet at Highest 2 Lowest premiere in another Gucci creation a light pink sequin gown with a layered fringe skirt. Now thats how a star makes a memorable Cannes debut.

At the Fuori premiere, iconic supermodel Naomi Campbell dominated the Croisette in a black tulle ballgown from the Dolce & Gabbana Alta Modas Les Siciliennes collection. Of course, the standout element was the gold corset with black crystals, a true work of baroque art. Campbell completed the maximalist look with stunning jewels from Damiani Mimosa, including earrings featuring Mediterranean coral, pink sapphires, pink gold, rubies, and diamonds. Were used to seeing Campbell with her signature sleek, straight hair, but here, she changed it up with a fanned-out fro, adding more drama to this opulent look.

We love an Elle Fanning princess moment on any red carpet, and lucky for us, she served another one at this years Cannes Film Festival when she joined her Sentimental Value castmates at the premiere. Styled by Samantha McMillen, the star donned a custom Armani Privé strapless gown in pale blue with a plunging sweetheart neckline featuring light pink floral embellishments from the bodice down to the small train. As always, Ms. Fanning was a vision of ethereal elegance and the figure-hugging silhouette added a sultry edge. Makeup artist Erin Ayanian Monroe brought out her youthful glow with a fresh, dewy look, complemented by hair stylist Jenda Alcorns relaxed down do. Minimal Cartier rings topped it off, letting the dress take the spotlight. This wasnt her only look at the festival though; Fanning stunned with a few more before it closed.

2025 marks Eva Longorias 20th time at Cannes, and the talented multihyphenate, along with stylist Maeve Reilly, curated a series of gorgeous gowns to celebrate. At The Phoenician Scheme premiere, Longoria donned a shimmering blush-toned dress from Tamara Ralphs Spring 2025 Couture collection, perfectly complemented by a similarly-hued Chopard Haute Joaillerie pink diamond necklace. She hit the Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning red carpet in a jaw-dropping Elie Saab Fall 2024 Haute Couture teal sequin gown and wore another Elie Saab stunner to the Global Gift Gala. But our favorite might be the colorful couture masterpiece from Zuhair Murad Spring 2025 to the LOreal Paris Women in Cinema Dinner. Longoria was truly a walking work of art.

We can always count on the radiant Natalie Portman to deliver incredibly chic looks on and off the red carpet. Attending this years Cannes Film Festival, the Oscar-winning actress-producer went fun and flirty at the photocall for her film Arco in a black Dior structured mini dress with beaded floral embroidery. For the Eddington premiere, Portman stunned the Croisette in a beautiful recreation of the Christian Dior Fall 1951 Haute Couture Mexique gown. Featuring a black bow, the shimmering bodice flowed into a black tulle skirt with handcrafted silver beading throughout. Her chic ballerina bun and striking Tiffany & Co. jewels topped off this show-stopping, timeless movie star look.

Praveenar Veena Singh is known for effortlessly rocking gorgeous looks on any red carpet, and the just-crowned Miss Universe Saraburi 2025 seriously slayed her Cannes Film Festival debut. The Thai-Indian model and influencer stunned at the Dossier 137 premiere in a luminous, liquid metallic silk Michael Cinco Couture ballgown that reportedly took 1,000 hours to craft. While the all-over metallic effect had its own shine, Singh wore Aariya jewels, including custom-cut diamond earrings, a set of rings, and a bangle, all of which complement the diamond knot statement necklace. Cinco said he was inspired by celestial goddesses when creating Singhs look and its safe to say we wont forget this iconic fashion moment for a while.

Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions.

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The Model Served Morticia Addams Realness in a Custom Elie Saab Black Mermaid Gown

A Stunning Cannes Debut in 2 Looks from Cong Tri & Louis Vuitton

This Anastasia Zadorina Couture Gown Is Giving Old Hollywood Glam & Were Here For It

The Method-Dressing Pillion Actor Brought Chaotic Cannes Fashion Energy in These Kinky Fits

Actress, activist, and entrepreneur Alia Bhatt finally had her highly-anticipated Cannes Film Festival debut, and its safe to say she made a massive impression. Honoring her Indian heritage, she dominated the Closing Ceremony red carpet in a sari-style custom Gucci creation dripping in Swarovski crystals, featuring the iconic GG Monogram. The all-over shine was elevated by a collection of Malabar Gold and Diamonds jewels, co-created by Bhatts stylist Rhea Kapoor. The Gucci Global Brand Ambassador wore her hair in gorgeous Old Hollywood waves styled by Amit Thakur. While some have pointed out that this three-piece ensemble is more lehenga and less sari, the end result is still a history-making sight to behold.

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