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Brigitte Bardot (1954) - The French actress and sex symbol at the festival's 1954 edition in a beautiful white dress with a flower at the waist, paired with elegant white gloves.
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Kim Novak (1955) - Even in the festival's early editions, Kim Novak was already all about showing her shoulders, as this 1955 photograph demonstrates.
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Princess Diana (1987) - The late princess was known for being daring with her fashion choices. For the 1987 Cannes Film Festival, she wore an elegant powder-blue chiffon dress with matching scarf.
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Charlize Theron (2004) - This dress is considered one of the most iconic in the festival's history. It stands out for its unique cut and strapless right shoulder.
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Diane Kruger (2006) - At the premiere of 'Transylvania' in 2006, Diane Kruger looked stunning in this feathered white dress.
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Angelina Jolie (2007) - In 2007, Angelina Jolie not only challenged the maxim that yellow isn't the best color for the red carpet, but also chose a super simple cut that made the outfit even more daring.
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Sharon Stone (2007) - In 2007, Sharon Stone found the perfect balance between gold and silver, while remaining elegant and simple.
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Kerry Washington (2009) - Kerry Washington makes the list with this beautiful lace one-sleeved top paired with a ruffled black skirt.
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Elizabeth Banks (2009) - This one-shouldered red dress was just one of Banks' looks that got people talking during the 2009 Cannes Film Festival.
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Eva Longoria (2010) - At the 2010 Cannes Film Festival, Eva Longoria stood out in this glittering gown.
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Penélope Cruz (2011) - The Spanish actress always looks great at big events. At the 2011 Cannes Film Festival, she mixed trends: beige, sparkling embroidery, and a tulle train.
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Kirsten Dunst (2011) - At the festival's 2011 edition, Kirsten Dunst paired this stunning Chanel dress with black shoes.
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Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie (2011) - In 2011, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie had everyone talking. Pitt went with a classic suit while Jolie chose a Atelier Versace dress.
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Eva Longoria (2012) - Following her 2010 success, the actress outdid herself in 2012 in a stunning gown with intricate embroidered details.
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James Franco (2013) - Franco stood out on the red carpet in 2013. Not only due to his choice of suit color, but also by choosing to pair it with this stylish pair of sunglasses.
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Cheryl Cole (2013) - The singer was a showstopper at the 2013 edition of the festival in this long-sleeved burgundy gown.
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Audrey Tautou (2013) - Audrey Tautou showcased this beautiful princess-style Prada dress in 2013.
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Blake Lively (2014) - Blake Lively turned heads in 2014 with her thigh-high slit and beautiful geometric neckline.
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Nicole Kidman (2014) - This versatile dress couldn't be left off the list.
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Sara Sampaio (2015) - The Portuguese supermodel and Victoria's Secret Angel proved that black can be both stylish and daring at the same time.
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Naomi Watts (2015) - In 2015, Naomi Watts had everyone talking with this gray dress featuring embellishments, a plunging neckline, and beautiful feathered skirt.
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Lupita Nyong'o (2015) - Do you think bright colors and patterned details don't belong on the red carpet? Lupita Nyong'o is here to prove you wrong.
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George Clooney (2016) - The festival's photo shoot was the perfect excuse for the actor to showcase his elegant-yet-casual look. Then again, what doesn't look good on George Clooney?
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Alessandra Ambrosio (2016) - Sequins? Alessandra Ambrosio went beyond the trend by choosing to incorporate jewelry as part of the actual dress.
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Ryan Gosling (2016) - While many chose to go with the traditional black, the actor stood out in this white suit paired with a black bow tie.
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Naomi Campbell (2017) - The British supermodel looked stunning on the red carpet in this fitted dress featuring a mermaid-like train.
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Robert Pattinson (2017) - In 2017, Robert Pattinson showed up in a dark blue suit that perfectly suited his serious face.
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Charlize Theron (2017) - In this special event for the festival's 70th anniversary, Theron managed to be both daring and elegant.
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Cate Blanchett (2018) - The actress, who was 2018's Jury President, chose a dramatic black Armani Privé dress, which she also wore at the 71st Golden Globe Awards in 2014.
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Julianne Moore (2018) - The actress arrived in a stunning red Givenchy dress, which she paired with beautiful diamond earrings.
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Aishwarya Rai (2019)
- Indian actress Aishwarya Rai looked like a literal star on the red carpet for the screening of 'A Hidden Life.'
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Bella Hadid (2019)
- Model Bella Hadid showed the red carpet up with this bold number.
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Elle Fanning (2019)
- The actress, who is also a jury member, showed up in this sophisticated pastel orange silky gown complete with Chopard jewels and a cape.
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Simone Ashley (2024)
- Actress Simone Ashley dazzled on the red carpet, wearing a strapless mini dress with Jimmy Choo pumps.
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Demi Moore (2024)
- Actress Demi Moore opted for an asymmetric Celine dress featuring an oversized bow across the bodice. Simple, yet elegant.
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Helen Mirren (2024)
- Aging gracefully, actress Helen Mirren wore a regal purple gown to the premiere of 'The Most Precious of Cargoes.'
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Joey King (2024)
- Joey King attended the closing ceremony red carpet wearing a gorgeous custom Miu Miu look with embellished gloves.
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Elle Fanning (2024)
- Elle Fanning gracefully descended the red carpet at the closing ceremony adorned in a breezy Gucci kaftan-gown.
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Bella Hadid (2024)
- The beautiful Bella Hadid graced the premiere of 'Beating Hearts' in an archival Atelier Versace dress, completing her ensemble with Chopard jewelry. See also: Which films had the longest standing ovations at Cannes?
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Brigitte Bardot (1954) - The French actress and sex symbol at the festival's 1954 edition in a beautiful white dress with a flower at the waist, paired with elegant white gloves.
© BrunoPress
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Kim Novak (1955) - Even in the festival's early editions, Kim Novak was already all about showing her shoulders, as this 1955 photograph demonstrates.
© BrunoPress
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Princess Diana (1987) - The late princess was known for being daring with her fashion choices. For the 1987 Cannes Film Festival, she wore an elegant powder-blue chiffon dress with matching scarf.
© BrunoPress
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Charlize Theron (2004) - This dress is considered one of the most iconic in the festival's history. It stands out for its unique cut and strapless right shoulder.
© Getty Images
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Diane Kruger (2006) - At the premiere of 'Transylvania' in 2006, Diane Kruger looked stunning in this feathered white dress.
© Getty Images
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Angelina Jolie (2007) - In 2007, Angelina Jolie not only challenged the maxim that yellow isn't the best color for the red carpet, but also chose a super simple cut that made the outfit even more daring.
© Getty Images
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Sharon Stone (2007) - In 2007, Sharon Stone found the perfect balance between gold and silver, while remaining elegant and simple.
© Getty Images
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Kerry Washington (2009) - Kerry Washington makes the list with this beautiful lace one-sleeved top paired with a ruffled black skirt.
© Getty Images
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Elizabeth Banks (2009) - This one-shouldered red dress was just one of Banks' looks that got people talking during the 2009 Cannes Film Festival.
© Getty Images
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Eva Longoria (2010) - At the 2010 Cannes Film Festival, Eva Longoria stood out in this glittering gown.
© Getty Images
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Penélope Cruz (2011) - The Spanish actress always looks great at big events. At the 2011 Cannes Film Festival, she mixed trends: beige, sparkling embroidery, and a tulle train.
© Getty Images
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Kirsten Dunst (2011) - At the festival's 2011 edition, Kirsten Dunst paired this stunning Chanel dress with black shoes.
© Getty Images
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Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie (2011) - In 2011, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie had everyone talking. Pitt went with a classic suit while Jolie chose a Atelier Versace dress.
© Getty Images
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Eva Longoria (2012) - Following her 2010 success, the actress outdid herself in 2012 in a stunning gown with intricate embroidered details.
© Getty Images
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James Franco (2013) - Franco stood out on the red carpet in 2013. Not only due to his choice of suit color, but also by choosing to pair it with this stylish pair of sunglasses.
© Getty Images
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Cheryl Cole (2013) - The singer was a showstopper at the 2013 edition of the festival in this long-sleeved burgundy gown.
© Getty Images
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Audrey Tautou (2013) - Audrey Tautou showcased this beautiful princess-style Prada dress in 2013.
© Getty Images
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Blake Lively (2014) - Blake Lively turned heads in 2014 with her thigh-high slit and beautiful geometric neckline.
© Getty Images
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Nicole Kidman (2014) - This versatile dress couldn't be left off the list.
© Getty Images
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Sara Sampaio (2015) - The Portuguese supermodel and Victoria's Secret Angel proved that black can be both stylish and daring at the same time.
© Getty Images
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Naomi Watts (2015) - In 2015, Naomi Watts had everyone talking with this gray dress featuring embellishments, a plunging neckline, and beautiful feathered skirt.
© Getty Images
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Lupita Nyong'o (2015) - Do you think bright colors and patterned details don't belong on the red carpet? Lupita Nyong'o is here to prove you wrong.
© Getty Images
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George Clooney (2016) - The festival's photo shoot was the perfect excuse for the actor to showcase his elegant-yet-casual look. Then again, what doesn't look good on George Clooney?
© Getty Images
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Alessandra Ambrosio (2016) - Sequins? Alessandra Ambrosio went beyond the trend by choosing to incorporate jewelry as part of the actual dress.
© Getty Images
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Ryan Gosling (2016) - While many chose to go with the traditional black, the actor stood out in this white suit paired with a black bow tie.
© Getty Images
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Naomi Campbell (2017) - The British supermodel looked stunning on the red carpet in this fitted dress featuring a mermaid-like train.
© Getty Images
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Robert Pattinson (2017) - In 2017, Robert Pattinson showed up in a dark blue suit that perfectly suited his serious face.
© Getty Images
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Charlize Theron (2017) - In this special event for the festival's 70th anniversary, Theron managed to be both daring and elegant.
© Getty Images
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Cate Blanchett (2018) - The actress, who was 2018's Jury President, chose a dramatic black Armani Privé dress, which she also wore at the 71st Golden Globe Awards in 2014.
© Getty Images
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Julianne Moore (2018) - The actress arrived in a stunning red Givenchy dress, which she paired with beautiful diamond earrings.
© Getty Images
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Aishwarya Rai (2019)
- Indian actress Aishwarya Rai looked like a literal star on the red carpet for the screening of 'A Hidden Life.'
© Getty Images
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Bella Hadid (2019)
- Model Bella Hadid showed the red carpet up with this bold number.
© Getty Images
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Elle Fanning (2019)
- The actress, who is also a jury member, showed up in this sophisticated pastel orange silky gown complete with Chopard jewels and a cape.
© Getty Images
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Simone Ashley (2024)
- Actress Simone Ashley dazzled on the red carpet, wearing a strapless mini dress with Jimmy Choo pumps.
© Getty Images
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Demi Moore (2024)
- Actress Demi Moore opted for an asymmetric Celine dress featuring an oversized bow across the bodice. Simple, yet elegant.
© Getty Images
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Helen Mirren (2024)
- Aging gracefully, actress Helen Mirren wore a regal purple gown to the premiere of 'The Most Precious of Cargoes.'
© Getty Images
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Joey King (2024)
- Joey King attended the closing ceremony red carpet wearing a gorgeous custom Miu Miu look with embellished gloves.
© Getty Images
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Elle Fanning (2024)
- Elle Fanning gracefully descended the red carpet at the closing ceremony adorned in a breezy Gucci kaftan-gown.
© Getty Images
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Bella Hadid (2024)
- The beautiful Bella Hadid graced the premiere of 'Beating Hearts' in an archival Atelier Versace dress, completing her ensemble with Chopard jewelry. See also: Which films had the longest standing ovations at Cannes?
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Inspiring looks from the Cannes Film Festival through the years
The 77th Cannes Film Festival dazzled with its glamour
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Many household names have left their mark with their red carpet looks at the Cannes Film Festival, and all for their own reasons as well. With yet another edition of the world-renowned festival having just wrapped, click through this gallery to reminisce on the looks that continue to inspire generations. Which one is your favorite?
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