AND THE BEST DRESSED TRADITIONALISTS
Don’t think a red carpet is complete without a ball gown? Here’s who did it well… Naomie Harris in Gucci “Gucci doesn’t always translate to the red carpet, but this sherbet-toned dress is a dream on the Oscar winner and freshly minted Cannes VIP,’ says Emily Cronin, fashion features editor. Kendall Jenner in Giambattista Valli “It was an Instagram moment and she knew it,” says Caroline Leaper, fashion news and features editor. “The first picture Kendall posted of her mini-maxi hybrid got 2.3 million ‘likes’.”
Rihanna in Dior
“Always a fan of a sartorial mic drop (google Rihanna Met Gala and prepare to be awed), this Dior gown is suitably outré – especially when you factor in the Andy Wolf sunglasses,” says Charlie Gowanseglinton, senior fashion news and features editor. Julianne Moore in Chanel
“In this delicately feathered Chanel couture concoction, Julianne Moore was rendered a modern snow angel. The decision to go cocktail length gives a jolt of modern glamour,” says Bethan Holt, digital fashion editor.
Jessica Chastain in Alexander Mcqueen “Sarah Burton’s modern take on medieval tapestry was an unexpected choice for Jessica Chastain, but it certainly paid off. Who knew embroidered raspberries would work so well for the red carpet?” says Rosie Boydell, fashion assistant. Nicole Kidman in Rodarte
“If you’re starring in four films at Cannes, as Kidman is this year, then you’ve got to up the ante,” says Kate Finnigan, fashion features director. “This bespoke Rodarte split the office in two: the other half were horrified, but I love the sheer chutzpah of a 49-year-old in tufts of tulle and sequins.”
Robin Wright in Michelle Mason “Robin Wright proved that less is definitely more, wearing an emerald green silk slip and minimal jewels. I loved her modern take on classic red-carpet style,” says Carla Bradley, fashion production editor.
Elle Fanning in Vivienne Westwood Couture “At just 19, a bridal-esque gown could look a tad mature on Fanning. When she spins around, however, there’s a giant pink unicorn emblazoned on the back. Her dress is modern, fun and unique,” argues Krissy Turner, fashion coordinator.