Cannes Film Festival 2025, Celebrities Who Stole The Spotlight and Those Who Missed The Mark

3 , 2, 1... Action! The red carpet has officially been rolled out for the 2025 Cannes Film Festival—and with it, the most stylish showdown of the year begins. Each year, this iconic fusion of fashion and film in the South of France becomes the benchmark for red carpet glamour.

Just a day before the grand opening, the festival organizers made a bold move: introducing new red carpet rules that ban both excessive nudity and voluminous gowns with dramatic trains. That’s right, the era of the ‘naked dress’ and those ca n’t-walk-can’t-breathe ballgowns seems to be behind us. The decision reportedly stems from increasing red carpet controversies, including Bianca Censori’s barely-there Grammys look earlier this year, and those endless trains that needed a 5-person entourage and blocked photo ops.

But don’t worry, the Cannes Film Festival 2025 still promises major fashion moments. And over the next two weeks, The Style List will be your front-row ticket to all the glamour, drama, and cinematic flair of the 78th annual festival.

Eva Longoria in Tamara Ralph

Eva Longoria continues her red carpet reign, dazzling in a sculpted gold and black ensemble by Tamara Ralph. Complete with a statement velvet bow and sweeping train, the look struck the perfect balance between drama and elegance. A strong contender for best-dressed already!

Heidi Klum in Elie Saab

Though voluminous silhouettes may be off the official guidelines, Heidi Klum managed to toe the line perfectly. Her Elie Saab number, adorned with delicate 3-D florals and a graceful train, was romantic, fresh and attention-grabbing in all the right ways.

Bella Hadid in YSL

Bella Hadid graced the red carpet with a new blonde look in a sleek black Saint Laurent gown. Featuring a thigh-high slit, she looked effortlessly chic, but we were hoping for more drama and flair that such a red carpet appearance truly deserves. Gorgeous, but not groundbreaking.

Urvashi Rautela

When it comes to the stars who missed the mark, Urvashi Rautela unfortunately tops the list. Her OTT ensemble was a reminder that when kitsch isn’t kept in check, it can quickly turn into a royal fashion faux pas. And that parrot-shaped Judith Leiber clutch? Hard to miss, but hard to love. Overall, the look felt like it was a riot of colours, confusion, and a little too much chaos of everything on the red carpet.

Alessandra Ambrosio in Zuhair Murad

Now that’s how to make an entrance! Alessandra Ambrosio stunned in an emerald green Zuhair Murad gown, paired with a striking diamond and sapphire necklace. The dramatic ruffled sleeves and thigh-high slit gave the look a powerful edge, while her nude makeup and high ponytail kept things effortlessly glam.

Irina Shayk in Giorgio Armani

Polka dots and a voluminous skirt on the Cannes red carpet? A tricky combo. Irina Shayk’s Giorgio Armani look certainly turned heads, but it lacked the impact we expect from her. Stylish, yes, but perhaps a touch too safe for the occasion.

Farhana Bodi in custom Atelier Zuhra

Dubai Bling star Farhana Bodi brought unapologetic femininity and flair to the red carpet in a custom blush-pink creation by Atelier Zuhra. With an asymmetrical silhouette and sculptural ruffles, the look was bold, architectural, and very on-brand for the social media star.

Julia Garner in custom Gucci

Julia Garner made a striking entrance at Cannes in a custom Gucci gown that balanced elegance with edge. The sheer ruched overlay flowed into a dramatic—but rule-abiding—train, while a sequined embroidered lining added structure and shimmer. The layered textures played beautifully under the lights, creating dimension without going overboard. Finishing touches like black leather heels, chandelier earrings, and her signature bleach-blonde hair elevated the look, proving she knows exactly how to own a red carpet.

Isabeli Fontana in custom Nicolas Jebran

Isabeli Fontana was a vision of power and polish in her custom Nicolas Jebran gown on the Cannes red carpet. The sculpted silhouette in muted pink-beige felt anything but quiet, thanks to a bold, brooch-like shoulder detail that gave the look instant drama. A sharp thigh-high slit added movement and sensuality, while a glint of emerald peeking through the fabric gave the whole moment a jolt of unexpected glamour. This was high fashion with bite—undeniably a hit.