The Cannes Film Festival took place in May but we’re still day dreaming about the whimsy and glamour of it all. Celebrated as the crème de la crème of film festivals, Cannes is an exciting whirlwind of breathtaking glamour, Hollywood royalty and unspeakable prestige. In its 66th year, this South of France extravaganza brought together the likes of A-list hairnistas Zoe Saldana, Solange Knowles and newcomers, Anais Monory and Carmen Chapman (Charlie’s granddaughter) among others to celebrate the most recent works of film and documentary worldwide. Check out our round up of best looks and noteworthy mentions at this year’s fête!
best look
Jessica Biel perfectly accessorizes her Marchesa feather skirted gown and Bvlgari Serpent necklace with a moderately messy pompadour. An ideal choice meant to compliment Mrs. Timberlake’s neckline, as well as keep focus on the dreamy confection of exquisite embroidery, feathers and diamonds.
trending: chignons, buns & ponytails
From elegant ponytails to enchanting buns and chignons, A-list models and actresses alike opted for whimsical pulled back styles to achieve looks of graceful charm. Runway talent, Chanel Iman and Naomi Harris aka Skyfall’s Miss Moneypenny completed their individual looks with a low and tidy (Harris) and fashionably disheveled (Iman) buns. While Grigris star, Anais Monory and Ethopian beauty Liya Kebede dazzles in sleek parted ‘dos respectively.
honorable mentions
Brooklyn resident fashionista, Solange Knowles wowed in a Stephene Rolland frock with her trademark afro.
Supermodel Joan Smalls brought the much loved ombre trend to Cannes Festival’s Great Gatsby Premiere.
Actress and director Carmen Choplin chose an unconventional, vertical braided do.
Sex symbol, Rosario Dawson donned a loose waves, side swept look reminiscent of Rita Hayworth.
