- The Cannes Film Festival is underway in France between May 12 and May 23.
- Stars like Jane Fonda and Demi Moore have already attended in glamorous outfits.
- Others, like Heidi Klum, missed the mark with their red-carpet fashion.
The red carpet has officially been rolled out in Cannes, France.
Celebrities are flocking to the resort city this week to celebrate the Cannes Film Festival, which showcases new films and promotes highly anticipated projects from around the world.
Naturally, many attendees have already made red-carpet appearances in showstopping fashion, from elegant ensembles to daring looks that push the Cannes Film Festival dress code.
These are the best and worst outfits we've seen so far.
Demi Moore had a princess moment in a shimmering gown at the festival's opening ceremony.
The actor and 2026 Cannes Film Festival jury member arrived on the red carpet in a custom Jacquemus gown.
Her strapless, white piece had a fitted bodice with a peplum waist, a mermaid skirt, and all-over iridescent sequins. It looked elegant on Moore and set the tone for the red carpet.
You also couldn't miss her massive Chopard necklace. The sparkling piece had five rows of large diamonds that sparkled in the light.
Heidi Klum's dress would have looked better in a different color.
Klum wore an Elie Saab design in pastel yellow for her first day at the festival.
The strapless dress featured a deep neckline adorned with a large pink flower, ruched fabric knotted at her waist, and a floor-length skirt with a matching train.
Though the gown's silhouette worked great on Klum, especially with her wavy hairstyle, its light color washed her out. The same dress in a more vibrant shade would have been more striking.
Jane Fonda proved that you can never go wrong with a sleek black dress.
The actor and activist wore a custom Gucci gown for the opening ceremony.
The sequined garment had a high neckline, long sleeves, and a floor-length pleated skirt.
It was the perfect choice to complement Fonda's curly bob hairstyle, and it was strongly accessorized with a diamond-and-stone pendant necklace.
Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu wore a gown that overwhelmed her petite frame.
The "Emily in Paris" actor walked the red carpet in a statement ruffled gown.
The fuchsia piece had long, exaggerated sleeves, a puffed semi-sheer skirt, and a cape-style train at the back.
Though the gown's color looked stunning on Leroy-Beaulieu, as did her diamond accessories, its silhouette was too overpowering and distracted from her glamour.
Elijah Wood showed why good tailoring never goes out of style.
Wood wore a classic black tuxedo at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. It comprised a double-breasted jacket, which he wore unbuttoned, a satin bow tie, and trousers tailored perfectly to him.
The suit's strong fit made him stand out from other attendees who also wore menswear on the red carpet.
The actor completed the look with leather dress shoes and a white button-up top.
Moore returned on day two of the festival in a purple gown that didn't work as well.
Her off-the-shoulder gown was crafted from a gauzy, see-through fabric that wrapped around her body. It was form-fitting and extended into a long, split train behind her.
The color was stunning on Moore, but its shimmering material didn't photograph well.
A lining underneath could have improved the iridescent effect.
Alexandra Leclerc and Charles Leclerc looked glamorous together.
The newlyweds walked the "La Vie D'Une Femme" red carpet together in classic eveningwear.
Alexandra Leclerc wore a strapless, semi-sheer gown covered in rose-gold mesh and sequins, while her F1-driver husband wore a classic tuxedo.
He embellished the latter look with a bow tie and a diamond, leaf-shaped brooch.
Gillian Anderson's look was almost perfect — but not quite.
The actor arrived in a sleek, baby-pink gown with four thick straps across the shoulders. The straps and belt around her waist were adorned with chunky crystals and pearls.
Though the color and style suited Anderson, the gown's silhouette could have been tailored to her better.
Aja Naomi King stunned in white.
The actor chose a white gown for the second day of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, and it was the perfect choice.
The dress was made from a statement floral lace that was sheer enough to reveal her pink satin slip beneath. It also had ruffled feathers, adding another feminine touch.
She completed the look with a diamond choker necklace and a white flower in her hair.
