18 Of The Most Controversial Cannes Red Carpet Looks That Are Now Banned

Key Points:

• The Cannes Film Festival has implemented stricter dress code rules focused on "decency and efficiency," banning exposed looks, sheer fabrics, and oversized gowns with massive trains that disrupt guest flow and seating.
• Men must adhere to a strict tuxedo dress code with formal dinner jackets, black bow ties, and polished shoes, while sneakers and casual footwear are prohibited; women are now allowed elegant flats and sandals, replacing the previous "heels-only" expectation.
• Iconic and controversial red carpet looks from celebrities like Heidi Klum, Bella Hadid, Cameron Diaz, and Madonna would be banned under the new rules due to sheer fabrics, exposed undergarments, or oversized trains.
• The updated dress code also restricts theatrical or costume-like ensembles and prohibits casual or disruptive accessories on the carpet, aiming to maintain formalwear standards and avoid obstruction of guest traffic.
• Some modern appearances challenging traditional norms, such as Timothée Chalamet’s relaxed tuxedo style and Kiddy Smile’s gender-nonconforming gown, would face difficulties under the new regulations enforcing traditional black-tie and silhouette standards.