The Cannes Film Festival is not only known for its thought-provoking films but also for its extravagant and luxurious fashion. This year’s festival did not disappoint, as celebrities and designers showcased their most extravagant and daring outfits.
One of the biggest trends of the year seems to be the baby bump. Rihanna started the trend by flaunting her pregnancy at Paris Fashion Week, and now Brazilian model Adriana Lima proudly displayed her belly at Cannes. Lima wore a black robe with a cut-out section for her tummy, but the most memorable moment was when she paid homage to Princess Leia’s iconic slave outfit from “Return of the Jedi” at the premiere of “Elvis.”
Balenciaga, a notable fashion house known for pushing boundaries, made a statement at the festival. They previously dressed Kim Kardashian in an all-black ensemble for the Met Gala and covered her in branded packing tape at Paris Fashion Week. French actress Isabelle Huppert, another ambassador for the brand, wore a head-to-toe green dress that covered everything but her face.
Indian actress Deepika Padukone, who was one of the jury members, brought Bollywood glamour to the red carpet every day. She wore elaborately designed saris, adorned her neck with dazzling jewels, and even rocked a large-shouldered black-and-gold ensemble by Louis Vuitton. Her fashion choices were always a spectacle.
Aside from baby bumps, the lips also made a bold statement at Cannes. French model Jeanne Cadieu turned heads with her hot pink dress featuring an image of lips across the chest. Other notable outfits included Eva Longoria’s silver mirror gown, Viola Davis’ canary yellow ensemble, and Naomi Campbell’s black feather dress.
While men at Cannes have limited options for red carpet fashion, some managed to add a touch of fun and creativity to their outfits. Australian director Baz Luhrmann sported a jewel-encrusted Elvis belt buckle, and Greek director Panos Koutras opted for a bright orange suit at the “Elvis” premiere.
As the festival reaches its climax with the awards night on Saturday, we can expect even more daring and striking fashion choices to captivate the cameras. Cannes not only showcases critically acclaimed films but also celebrates creativity, extravagance, and pushing the boundaries of fashion.
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