Dazzle at cocktail parties, recreate top red carpet looks with expert tips
Updated On: 24 May, 2024 12:21 PM IST | Mumbai | Aakanksha Ahire
As Cannes 2024 concludes on May 25, experts from the world of fashion pick their favourite red carpet looks and share styling tips to recreate those ensembles
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The 77th Cannes Film Festival has been witnessing spectacular fashion moments unfold on its red carpet since May 14. From Bella Hadid to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, celebrities from across the globe put up an extravagant show stirring an interesting buzz around fashion.
Spectators with a keen interest in fashion were beyond delighted to take in such magnificent styles and designs. Voluminous gowns, structured sartorial looks and sequins dominated the red carpet making the event fashionably rich, dramatic, and glamorous.
Notable figures such as Greta Gerwig, Lily Gladstone, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Naomi Campbell embraced the sequin trend, reflecting designs from the spring 2024 runways.
Classic gowns remained a red carpet staple, showcasing sophistication and grace. Designers presented a variety of styles, from voluminous ball gowns to sleek and form-fitting silhouettes.
In a departure from traditional red carpet attire, formal suits gained significant traction, embraced by both men and women such as Chris Hemsworth and Meryl Streep. Feather embellishments, sheer fabrics, and bold accessories like oversized hats and statement jewellery also made notable appearances, adding drama and sophistication to the red carpet looks.
Eva Longoria and Hunter Schafer showcased ethereal, sequined gowns, while Eva Green stunned in an Armani Privé dress featuring a sequined bustier and contrasting tulle petticoat.
These trends collectively ensured that Cannes 2024 was a breathtaking showcase of high fashion and innovation, leaving a lasting impression on fashion enthusiasts worldwide.
So much so, they can bring home some of the best red carpet looks from the festival.
Be it for cocktail parties, celebratory galas, or even wedding receptions, if you require inspiration, we have your back. Nishit Gupta, director at KALKI and Amritha Ram, creative director of KH House of Khaddar share styling tips to recreate some of the top red carpet looks from the film festival.
Nishit of KALKI states, “Wearing Cannes-inspired looks to cocktail parties is a good idea for several reasons. Firstly, such outfits make a bold statement and help you stand out in a crowd, ensuring you make a memorable impression. Secondly, they exude confidence and sophistication, enhancing your overall presence enhancing your oomph quotient. Additionally, red carpet-inspired looks often feature luxurious fabrics and intricate detailing, elevating your style and lending an air of exclusivity as you dazzle a WOW-worthy ensemble.”
Similarly, Amritha of KH House of Khaddar shares, “Besides cocktail parties, these looks can be worn at formal dinners, galas, wedding receptions, and upscale social events. The key is to adapt the outfit to the occasion by tweaking accessories and makeup to suit the event’s tone.”
Both Amritha and Nishit pick their favourites from the Cannes red carpet and share tips to recreate those looks:
Styling ideas by Amritha Ram, KH House of Khaddar
1. Meryl Streep in Dior
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