The Cannes Film Festival has once again transformed the Croisette into a dazzling showcase of cinematic glamour and sartorial splendour. While the fashion statements were undeniably iconic, it was the beauty looks that truly stole the spotlight, offering a masterclass in elegance.
Leading the charge was Bella Hadid, who made a triumphant return to Cannes with a striking hair transformation. The supermodel debuted her lightest hair colour in years - a honey-toned blonde first styled in a voluminous updo reminiscent of Pamela Anderson’s signature 90s look and for the red carpet, she opted for a sleek straight style. Complementing her sun-kissed strands, the model opted for bronzy makeup and elegant, soap-polished nails - a fresh take on Riviera chic.
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From daring hair transformations to classic makeup revivals, the festival reaffirmed its status as a beacon of beauty inspiration. As the stars make their final marks on the Croisette for this year, their choices surprised us all.
Here are all the best beauty moments from the Cannes Film Festival 2025 red carpet:
Angelina opted for a bright blonde, side-parted 'undone' look paired with a smoky eye and natural lip for classic red carpet beauty with a modern edge.
When it comes to glowy lit-from-within glam, Rihanna is the master of it. At Cannes, we were hypnotised by her chiseled yet glowy cheekbones paired with a diffused brown smoky eye and nude ombre matte lip. Her sculpted up-do was truly the cherry on top of the cake.
Natalie Portman brought slicked-back glamour to the Cannes red carpet. Amongst all the voluminous hairstyles, it's also nice to see the humble bun. Natalie Portman's soft glam shined through complete with a pinky mauve matte lip.
Iris sported her signature pixie cut - but with a twist. Enter: The 90s Long Pixie.
Expert hairstylist and CEO of Hershesons, Luke Hersheson told H! Fashion: "We wanted to do something that juxtaposes the traditional take on ‘red carpet hair’. I created a lived-in, slightly curly texture with imperfections that felt like they had happened on their own, as opposed to looking over-styled or like the hair had been laboured over."
Luke added of his inspiration:“It was very Courtney Love and Meg Ryan inspired with that sort of lived-in, flicky, 90s haircut. We wanted it to feel almost ethereal and fairy-like but with an edge.”
Amal opted for bronzed elegance with voluminous, waved highlighted locks, complemented with warm, glowy skin, soft rose lips, and shimmering copper eyeshadow with bold lashes to create a glamorous red carpet look.
We love Daisy Edgar-Jones' soft face-framing curtain bangs. The humble curtain bangs have been having a resurgence this spring and the actress' take on the style is sophisticated and elegant.
We are utterly obsessed with the Versace supermodel's unique hair style. She opted for a half-up half-down hair do with an oversized ballerina bun. Irina paired this with her signature glowing skin and nude lipstick. With this look, she is simply the belle of the ball.
Bella Hadid turned heads as she unveiled her dazzling honey-blonde hue styled sleek and straight. Her makeup featured sun-kissed tones and a radiant glow, perfectly complementing her black pleated Jacquemus dress.
Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry has channeled The White Lotus with this undone wavy bob. Expert hairstylist, Tom Smith told H! Fashion that the Riviera Bob would be the hairstyle of summer 2025 - and it's already showing up on the red carpet.
Eva Longoria dazzled in a black and gold gown with a metallic finish - but her glam shined the brightest. She opted for luminous skin, with jet black eyeliner complete with a cat-eye flick. The actress completed her look with rosy pink cheeks and a swipe of nude gloss.
Elle Fanning's slicked back bun lives in our dreams. It's nice to sometimes see a classic, sleek style take centre stage. The choice of minimal skin-like makeup that let' her natural freckles peek though, paired with a statement bold red lip was a nice refreshing look.
Julia Garner's eyeshadow was the key to her glam. Her bold, diffused smoky eye drew all eyes on the red carpet. The actress ripped up the rule book with this look. Although spring is here, who says you still can't dabble in winter glam?
Australian model Shanina Shaik dazzled on the red carpet with a jet black slicked back bun which allowed her glam to shine through. The It-girl's complexion was lightly sculpted with bold brows. Perfection.
Alessandra brought out the power pony for her starring moment. Her chestnut bronde locks were scraped up into an Ariana Grande classic. As her hair was slicked back, she kept her glam bold with a soft cranberry smoky eye and an ombré nude matte lip.
As soon as we spotted French director Amelie Bonnin's hair, we gasped. This sculpted hair do complete with a 1920s style French curl is simply to die for. She paired the unique look with a bold red lip. What a power move.
We are absolutely obsessed with Laetitia Ky's structural braided heart-shaped hairstyle. It's certainly grabbed attention on the red carpet and ensured all eyes were on here.
Return of the skinny brow! Brace yourself - because the slim 90s brow has made a return on the red carpet. Gabriette Bechtel dominated the red carpet with this choice alongside a moody purple smokey eye. We are obsessed.
Filipina actress and beauty queen Kylie Fausto Verzosa looked like a dream in a butter yellow gown. Her soft glam perfectly complemented this romantic look. From her wispy long lashes to her soft rosy cheeks and glowing skin - we are in love with this look.
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