The Cannes Film Festival is one of the most prestigious events that represents cinema and film culture from all over the world. But every year, the red carpet moments of the festival steal the spotlight before the films that are previewed and awarded at the event. Though the primary function of the Cannes Film Festival is to acknowledge the cinematic brilliance of different countries and their film industries, the red carpet stands as a runaway for an array of celebrities, dressed to the nines in head-turning and headline-grabbing fashion statements.
This year, though, the Cannes Film Festival has made headlines for issuing a strict dress code, with the objective to minimise fashion drama and promote stylish elegance. From oversized bags to voluminous clothing, many new rules have been introduced this year. However, one thing that the Cannes fashion police are very strict about is that guests must wear clothes with no shock value. So, no sheer or almost n**ked outfits are allowed.
Cannes 2025 says absolutely no to nude dresses and sheer gowns, guests must wear clothes
Since the Cannes Film Festival is as much about films as it is about films, many of the celebrity guests turn up to the event in the most headline-worthy dresses. Moreover, sheer dresses have been a trending outfit of choice in many recent events. Model, Bella Hadid and actress, Elle Fanning had been spotted wearing sheer outfits to Cannes 2024. But in 2025, this new fashion trend would not be allowed on the red carpet. An official statement released by the organisers of Cannes 2025, has cited maintaining ‘decency’ as one of the reasons for these new rules.
