The red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival 2026 was a fashion film of its own. The event felt like a high-fashion runway, where couture and celebrity power came together to exude old-Hollywood glamour under the French Riviera lights.
From sweeping gowns to sharply tailored suits, every attendee shone in unforgettable fashion moments. The Cannes Film Festival 2026 brought in Hollywood legends, athletes, and rising stars who carried their creative talent into their looks. Much like the Cannes Film Festival 2025, this year’s red carpet once again brought together some of the biggest fashion moments and celebrity style statements from around the world.
Here are the 10 looks everyone is still talking about from the Cannes Film Festival 2026.
1. Demi Moore
Demi Moore walked into Cannes like a woman who already knew she had won the night. The actress stunned in a custom Gucci gown drenched in deep purple.
The dress had a bodice with a ruched neckline, sleeves with sheer off-shoulders and a dramatic split train. Designed by Brad Goreski, the overall design was a blend of elegance and contemporary style. The wet waves added the perfect texture to this whole look as did her purple heels. What made the look so eye-catching was that the gown was able to give a bold feel without seeming too over the top. This confidence was what made the look one of the most prominent ones of Cannes Film Festival 2026.
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2. Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Leclerc
Formula 1 star Charles Leclerc swapped the racetrack for tailored luxury in a midnight-blue Giorgio Armani tuxedo. The fit was razor sharp and timeless.
Meanwhile, Alexandra Leclerc looked ethereal in a Paolo Sebastian tulle gown covered in delicate floral embroidery. The soft detailing created a romantic Riviera aesthetic that photographers instantly loved. Together, they looked effortlessly cinematic. Cannes rarely gets couples styling this synchronised as the two complemented each other’s looks perfectly.
3. Joan Collins
Joan Collins reminded everyone why she remains a fashion icon decades later. The iconic Dynasty star sported a sculptural, dramatic white cape creation by Stéphane Rolland, which extended outwards in flow.
Although it looked cumbersome, Collins was able to wear it comfortably. Diamond accessories took the regal tone to the next level and black gloves added the perfect touch of elegance to the attire. Few stars are able to command attention this naturally, but it comes easily to Collins.
4. Jane Fonda
Jane Fonda, known for rocking a statement black outfit, turned up in a glittering black Gucci gown. The tailoring was clean, modern, and incredibly polished, with long sleeves and a high neckline.
The look was paired with colourful Pomellato jewels that brought in the element of vibrancy without taking over the look. The gemstones brought warmth against the monochrome base. At 88, Fonda is able to define red carpet elegance on her own terms.
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5. Ruth Negga
Ruth Negga embraced sleek simplicity in a black Saint Laurent column gown designed by Anthony Vaccarello. The silhouette remained understated, but every detail felt intentional. The detailing on the bodice added some flounce to the look that made it appropriate for a festival.
She completed the look with dazzling Chopard jewellery and a chic up-do. The contrast between minimalist fashion and statement diamonds created one of the most intentional styling moments at the Cannes Film Festival 2026.
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6. Heidi Klum
Heidi Klum arrived in full autumnal fashion fantasy wearing an orange Elie Saab Haute Couture gown from the Spring/Summer 2026 collection.
Layers of silk chiffon floated behind her as she climbed the Palais steps. The dramatic thigh-high slit added movement and energy to the look as she paired it with flowy hair and minimal jewellery. The gown looked like a Mediterranean sunset brought to life. Unsurprisingly, cameras followed her everywhere.
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7. Imane Khelif
Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif made her Cannes debut in a custom Chanel suit inspired by classic tweed tailoring.
The style was a blend of sporty confidence and Parisian style. The blend of structured shoulders and silk textures resulted in a modern take on Chanel heritage. The athlete then finished up with a neat ponytail and minimal accessories. Khelif’s presence caught attention for being able to succinctly pair androgynous fashion with red-carpet luxury.
8. Leïla Bekhti
Leïla Bekhti delivered one of the most elegant French Riviera moments as she stepped out in a stunning vintage Guy Laroche gown.
The black dress featured a structured neckline and a timeless silhouette that was pulled straight from the archives. Instead of chasing trends, Bekhti leaned into classic French fashion history that can never go out of style. The dress was paired with a statement cuff bracelet and an elegant hairstyle that gave her a classic red-carpet glamour feel.
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9. Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu
The Emily in Paris star embraced maximalism in a frilled Saint Laurent gown with sheer detailing and bold structure, making her mark on the carpet.
Pomellato jewellery added extra drama through oversized gold accessories. The styling felt rebellious, theatrical, and unmistakably French. Pairing a bold and bright colour with an equally bold number of frills and accents ensured that the look turned heads. Photographers could not stop snapping her throughout the evening, and fashion publications raved about her iconic look.
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10. Maika Monroe
Maika Monroe closed the fashion conversation with one of the sleekest looks of the festival. She wore a custom Ashi Studio silver sequinned gown that shimmered from every angle.
Structured shoulders gave the dress a formidable air, while the open-back design added bold glamour. Under the Cannes lights, the gown seemed almost liquid. She paired the dress with a chic swept-back bun and glittering minimal jewellery. It was polished, futuristic, and unforgettable, with the sparkling accents being exactly what the Cannes Film Festival 2026 red carpet needed.
Why Cannes Fashion Still Rules the World
Unlike many award shows, Cannes continues to celebrate risk-taking fashion. Stars do not simply turn up in designer outfits here. They can build cinematic moments through understated but powerful fashion moments.
This year’s red carpet proved that archival vintage, couture craftsmanship, and fearless styling still dominate global fashion conversations. From Gucci and Chanel to Saint Laurent and Elie Saab, the Cannes Film Festival 2026 once again reminded the world why it remains fashion’s most glamorous stage and why the intersection of fashion and film is a celebration of its own.
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