Cannes 2025 Festival Enforces Dress Code Amid Fashion Criticism

The 78th Cannes Film Festival in 2025 saw a mix of fashion successes and notable missteps, with several Indian celebrities drawing criticism for their red carpet appearances. Influencers and stars such as Nancy Tyagi, Sakshi Sindwani, Masoom Minawala, and Aditi Rao Hydari faced scrutiny for their outfit choices, ranging from lack of glamour to conflicts with the festival's newly implemented dress code prohibiting excessive nudity and voluminous gowns. Indian celebrities Urvashi Rautela and Ruchi Gujjar also sparked controversy, with Rautela's colorful and heavily accessorized look deemed tacky, and Gujjar's politically themed necklace seen as out of place for the event. The festival's dress code emphasized decency and smooth guest flow, leading to some attendees like Heidi Klum breaking the rules with impractical gowns. While fashion faced restrictions, beauty looks at Cannes remained unrestricted and were widely praised, featuring elegant, understated styles such as Rebecca Armstrong's voluminous ponytail and Thai actress Nychaa's subtle apricot makeup. Additionally, notable watch enthusiasts like A$AP Rocky showcased vintage luxury timepieces, adding another layer of style to the festival's star-studded atmosphere.