Cannes says ‘no’ to nude and voluminous dresses: A look back at celebs who slayed them before at red carpet

Cannes bans nude and voluminous gowns, but before the rule change, celebs totally rocked these bold looks. Let’s rewind and see who owned the red carpet.

Published on: May 15, 2025 1:37 PM IST

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Cannes just put the brakes on nude and voluminous gowns for this year’s festival but let’s take a fun trip down memory lane to the stars who absolutely owned these bold looks before the ban. From Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s stunning blue gown to Bella Hadid’s sheer, these celebs turned heads and set trends that no one will forget anytime soon.

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a dazzling appearance at the screening of Kinds of Kindness during the 77th Cannes Film Festival in 2024, stealing the spotlight in a sculpted midnight blue Falguni Shane Peacock couture gown. (AFP)

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Bella brought vintage glamour at Cannes 2022 in a timeless black Versace gown from 1987 with a structured neckline and elegant gloves, proving less is more on the red carpet. (REUTERS)

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Natasa Polly stunned at Cannes 2022 in a completely sheer Valentino gown with delicate floral embroidery, blending old-Hollywood glamour with modern sensuality.    

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Winnie Harlow turned heads at Cannes 2022 in a nude illusion dress by off-white with feather details and crystal embellishments.

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Deepika Padukone stole the spotlight at Cannes 2018 in a dramatic fuchsia Ashi Studio gown with a massive train, pure red carpet drama.

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Anja Rubik in Cannes 2011 set the tone for future nude dress moments in a daring white slit dress with side cutouts, way ahead of the curve.