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The Cannes Film Festival 2023 is officially underway, with some of the world's biggest stars hitting the red carpet. This year marks the 76th edition of the film festival, which premieres and screens some of the most sought-after films of the year. The red carpet is the show before the screenings, with every year the outfits getting edgier and more extravagant. Here is a look at some of the best-dressed celebrities from the event.
Gemma Chan sported a white gown adorned with sparkling paillettes. The high-neck dress featured a floor-length cape and darts across the bodice. She accessorised the look with drop earrings, a ring and a diamond bracelet. Styling her hair in a sleek updo with bangs, she chose subtle makeup to complete the look. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)
Elsa Hosk looked stunning in an optical illusion dress by Viktor & Rolf. The ensemble included a deconstructed silhouette and a blush-coloured corset attached to a protuding blue ballgown. She teamed the look with a diamond choker and metallic heels. For makeup, she opted for sparkly blue eyeshadow and a nude lip. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP)
Scarlett Johansson wore an elegant pink gown with glittery white straps. She accessorised the outfit with statement earrings. She styled her hair in a sleek fashion, and sported a red lip, rouged cheeks and eyeshadow for makeup. (REUTERS/Yara Nardi)
Ashley Graham looked gorgeous in a blue billowy gown with huge ruffles designed by Dolce & Gabbana. She accessorised the look with diamond jewellery and black strappy heels. Styling her hair in an up do, she opted for nude makeup. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP)
Julia Fox is known for her quirky style and unconventional fashion choices. As such, the Italian American actor donned a sheer white dress made out of plastic fabric. Her one-shouldered dress featured a corset-bodice, a dramatic train along with a hood-style back. She sported a navy-blue lipstick to contrast with her see-through dress with a slicked-back hairstyle. (AP/PTI)
Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye, Lily-Rose Depp and Sam Levinson arrived at the Cannes red carpet in style. While Abel and Levinson wore tuxedos, Lily sported a black mini dress with a floral embellishment. The trio served fashion goals in their sartorial outfits. (REUTERS/Eric Gaillard)
Stella Maxwell wore a metallic dress inspired by the safety pin dress by Versace. It featured a dramatic feathered train. She accessorised the look with black peep-toe heels and silver diamond earrings. For makeup, she opted for smokey eyes, and styled her hair in a wavy up do. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley showcased her impeccable sense of style in an elegant black evening gown designed by Valentino. The figure-hugging dress featured a thigh-high slit and a white bow embellishment. (REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier)
Jennifer Lawrence sported a red Christian Dior gown with a satin red arm stole. She styled the outfit with diamond choker. For makeup, she opted for rosy hues. (REUTERS/Eric Gaillard)
Dua Lipa opted for a long, asymmetrical black dress, featuring a dramatic leg slit and cut-out details. She accessorised the outfit with dainty jewellery and strappy heels. Styling her hair in a top bun with side bangs, she chose nude makeup to finish the look. (REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier)
Gigi Hadid chose a custom Zac Posen ensemble for her appearance at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. The supermodel took inspiration from her younger sister Bella Hadid's vintage fishtail Jean Paul Gaultier gown she wore in 2018. (REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier)
Michelle Yeoh cut a glamourous figure in a sleek green maxi dress with a co-ordinating cape. She complemented the look with an edgy white and black necklace, diamond earrings and black opera gloves. Styling her hair in a sleek fashion, she opted for minimal makeup. (Photo by Scott Garfitt/Invision/AP)
Salma Hayek stepped into a deep-neck purple gown with a dramatic flair. Her statement diamond jewellery and regally styled updo, exuded old Hollywood glamour vibes. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP)
Irina Shayk made heads turn in a leather co-ord set with a bandage strapped top and a low-rise midi skirt. The black leather co-ord featured red stains on the fabric's steams. She opted for a statement necklace, adding an edge to the look. (REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier)
Phoebe Waller-Bridge looked gorgeous in a black silk gown featuring a fishtail and matching opera gloves. She opted for no accessories and kept her makeup in nude tones. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP)
Natalie Portman dazzled in a blue strapless and glittering ombré Chopard Christian Dior gown. She accessorised the look with a thin black belt on her waist and a statement necklace. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)
Adriana Lima hit the red carpet in a show-stopping black and yellow gown by Australian couturier Tamara Ralph. The ensemble featured a strapless heart-shaped neckline and a large silk yellow bow. She teamed the outfit with silver jewellery. For makeup, she went for bronzed cheeks, smokey eyes and a matte nude lip. The supermodel styled her hair in a low bun. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)
Karlie Kloss flaunted her baby bump in a flowy one-shoulder dandelion yellow dress with a long train. She complemented the look with a matching veiled headband and jewellery. (REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes)
Cate Blanchett looked regal in a monochromatic dress with a plunging neckline. She kept her makeup subtle and styled her hair in a natural updo. (REUTERS/Eric Gaillard)
Viola Davis looked regal in an asymmetric white gown with an oversized feathered coat. She teamed the look with statement earrings and satin heels. Wearing her hair in an afro style, she opted for dewy makeup to complement the outfit. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)
Elle Fanning exuded princess vibes in a pastel pink gown with a metallic bustier by Alexander McQueen. She paired the look with a diamond necklace. Styling her hair in a tight bun, she opted for pink-toned makeup. (REUTERS/Eric Gaillard)
Helen Mirren looked ethereal in an ice-blue dress featuring asymmetrical proportions with her hair dyed to match the outfit. She sported silver jewellery and a fan with "#WorthIt" written on it to complete the look. As for makeup, she went for rosy hues (REUTERS/Eric Gaillard)
Naomi Campbell donned a shimmery silver gown with a plunging neckline. She teamed the outfit with pearl cuffs, white-rimmed sunglasses and statement rings. The supermodel styled her hair in sleek updo and sported nude makeup. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP)
Uma Thurman looked elegant in a blush pink gown featuring a red cape, a fitted bodice and a princess skirt. She completed the look with a gothic choker and a beaded bracelet. Styling her hair in a braided updo, the Kill Bill actor opted for neutral makeup. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP)
Alessandra Ambrosio looked stunning in a sequinned hood gown by Elie Saab. She accessorised the look with a statement necklace and dangling earrings. As for makeup, she went for glossy lip, smokey eyes and rouged cheeks, and styled her hair in a sleek fashion. (Photo by Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP)
Brie Larson cut a glamourous figure as walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival. She wore a gold sequinned dress with upper section of the outfit taking the shape of a jacket designed by Chanel. As for accessories, she chose black open-toed heels and gold earrings. The actor kept her makeup subtle to finish the look. (REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier)
Fan Bingbing impressed us with her unconventional fashion choice as she wore a strapless ball gown with flora and fauna motifs, custom-made by Christopher Bu. The ensemble had a dramatic skirt with a long train, and its bold print featured leaves and tigers, a symbol of bravery in China. She accessorised the look with emerald earrings, and styled her hair in a traditional Chinese updo. (REUTERS/Eric Gaillard)
Catherina Zeta-Jones arrived at the red carpet in a plunging red gowl with a one-sleeve cape detail. She opted for smokey eyes and a nude lip for makeup, and kept her tresses in a wavy hairdo. (Photo by Joel C Ryan/Invision/AP)
