The Secret Glamour of Cannes: Inside the Art of Dressing the World’s Biggest Stars

The red carpet lasts only a few minutes. Yet behind every unforgettable Cannes appearance lies an intricate ballet of fittings, last-minute alterations, whispered decisions, and extraordinary craftsmanship that often remains invisible to the world. While photographers capture the final image beneath the flash of thousands of cameras, the true story begins hours earlier behind the closed doors of private suites overlooking the Mediterranean. During the Cannes Film Festival, fashion becomes more than clothing—it becomes strategy, emotion, storytelling and, above all, transformation. Every year, the Croisette turns into the world’s most glamorous runway. Hollywood legends, international actresses, supermodels, royal figures, influential tastemakers and rising stars arrive in search of that singular moment: the perfect red-carpet appearance.

By Farouk CHEKOUFI

Dress: Vilebrequin; Jewelry in gold and diamonds: Statement

Dress: Viktor&Rolf.; Jewelry in gold and diamonds: Statement; Sandals, Maison Ernest

 

Dress: GIADA.; Jewelry in gold and diamonds: Statement; Sandals: Maison Ernest; Bag: Prada

Jewelry in gold and diamonds: STATEMENT; Sandals: MAISON ERNEST

Jewelry in gold and diamonds: Statement

Dress: Viktor&Rolf; Jewelry in gold and diamonds: STATEMENT; Sandals: MAISON ERNEST

Jacket & Skirt: GIADA; Jewelry in gold and diamonds: STATEMENT; Sunglasses: Viktor&Rolf; Sandals: MAISON ERNEST

Dress: Ziad Nakad.; Jewelry in gold and diamonds: STATEMENT

Credits
Stylist, Concept & Set Designer : Farouk Chekoufi @Farouk_Chekoufi
Photo : Maria Kryvobok @by_maria_kryvobok
Model : Dina Sae @senoritasaeva
Model agent: Mira Paniri – Karimova
Hair stylist : @sere_naty Natalya for @elevenaustraliafrance.pro
Makeup : Anastasiya Finko @Anastasiya.finko for @givenchybeauty
Producer : Vildan Aksakalli @dolcevildan
Stylist assistant : Alexandre Klein @alexkl1_
Locations: Vilebrequin La Plage Cannes @vilebrequinlaplagecannes & Hôtel Martinez @martinezhotel
Special thanks to CARITA, BDK PARFUMS & Verlet by Greg Champagne, Anour Chocolat.

 

GIVENCHY BEAUTY HOSTS THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL

Every year, the Cannes Film Festival transforms the French Riviera into the epicenter of international glamour, where cinema, fashion and beauty converge in spectacular style. Among the prestigious luxury houses making their mark on La Croisette, Givenchy Beauty continues to embody modern elegance, celebrating the art of beauty through exclusive experiences, celebrity appearances and unforgettable redcarpet moments.

Dress: UNGARO; Jewelry: LALIQUE

Jacket: Sana Osmani; Perfume: Givenchy Inséparables

Jacket: Sana Osmani; Necklace: LALIQUE: Perfume: Givenchy L’interdit

Jacket: Sana Osmani; Necklace: LALIQUE

Dress: MAISON KETI

Credits
Stylist, Concept & Set Designer : Farouk Chekoufi @Farouk_ChekoufI
Photo : Maria Kryvobok @by_maria_kryvobok
Model : Dina Sae @senoritasaeva
Model agent: Mira Paniri – Karimova
Hair stylist : @jordan__cds for @elevenaustraliafrance.pro
Makeup : Khadidja Brahimi @khadidja.brahimi for @givenchybeauty
Producer : Vildan Aksakalli @dolcevildan
Stylist assistant : Alexandre Klein @alexkl1_
Location: Carlton Cannes @carltoncannes
Special thanks to BDK PARFUMS & Verlet by Greg Champagne, Anour Chocolat