The 2026 Cannes Film Festival opened in France, showcasing a dazzling array of fashion on the red carpet. The Grand Théâtre Lumière hosted the opening ceremony, led by French-Malian actress Eye Haïdara. She was joined by Park Chan-wook, the first Korean jury president in Cannes history.
Diverse Jury Lineup
This year's jury featured Demi Moore, Ruth Negga, Laura Wandel, Chloé Zhao, Diego Céspedes, Isaach De Bankolé, Paul Laverty, and Stellan Skarsgård. The opening ceremony concluded with a performance by Theodora and Oklou, followed by a screening of Pierre Salvadori's The Electric Venus.
Red Carpet Standouts
The first day of the red carpet saw notable appearances from Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, who wore a flowing purple Saint Laurent gown by Anthony Vaccarello. Demi Moore turned heads in a fitted, sparkly Jacquemus frock. Other celebrities like Jane Fonda in Gucci and Leïla Bekhti in Chaumet jewelry added to the evening's glamour.
Star-Studded Attendees
Other attendees included Anaïs Demoustier in Prada, Joan Collins in Stephane Rolland, and Gong Li. Groups of stars such as Gustave de Kervern, Pio Marmaï, and Pierre Salvadori made striking appearances in coordinated ensembles. Fashion enthusiasts can look forward to two more weeks of style highlights from Cannes.
Icons and Newcomers
Celebrity style icons like Elijah Wood and Laurent Lafitte graced the red carpet, along with emerging talents such as Théodore Pellerin and Alton Mason. The festival continues to serve as a platform for showcasing both established and upcoming fashion trends.
Source: https://www.vogue.com/slideshow/2026-cannes-film-festival-red-carpet-fashion
