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Braless Bella Hadid joins Heidi Klum, Eva Longoria and Irina Shayk at star-studded 78th Cannes Film Festival opening ceremony – but who broke the VERY strict new fashion rules?


Bella Hadid looked incredible as she lead the slew of famous faces on the star-studded red carpet at the opening ceremony of Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday.

The supermodel, 28, flaunted her jaw-dropping figure in a gorgeous black satin gown as she arrived at the event.

She went braless and opted for a thigh-high slit to complete her racy Cannes look, amid the new crackdown on risqué outfits.

Meanwhile, supermodel Heidi Klum, 51, wowed in pink as she graced the screening of Partir Un Jour in a ruffled gown that resembled flowers and featured a long train.

Eva Longoria, 50, turned heads at the event in a stunning gold and black mirrored gown, flaunting her model figure.

And jury president Juliette Binoche, 61, cut a radiant figure in in a cream satin cowled top with a hood.

Braless Bella Hadid joins Heidi Klum, Eva Longoria and Irina Shayk at star-studded 78th Cannes Film Festival opening ceremony – but who broke the VERY strict new fashion rules?

Bella Hadid looked incredible as she lead the slew of famous faces on the star-studded red carpet at the opening ceremony of Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday

Meanwhile, supermodel Heidi Klum, 51, wowed in pink as she graced the screening in a ruffled gown that resembled flowers and featured a long train

Eva Longoria turned heads at the event in a stunning gold and black mirrored gown, flaunting her model figure

Heidi Klum, 51, wowed in pink as she graced the screening in a ruffled gown that featured a long train while Eva Longoria turned heads in a gold and black mirrored gown

In high spirits, she tapped her foot and nodded her head along to Madonna’s Vogue which was playing on the loudspeakers. 

Halle Berry was also in attendance as she posed up a storm in a black and white sleeveless striped dress for her Film Festival look.

She was joined by models Irina Shayk and Shanina Shaik, who commanded attention in glittering black numbers.

Russian model Irina, 39, looked nothing short of sensational in a strapless black ballgown with large puffball sleeves and a white polka dot design.

Australian model Shanina, 34, posed up a storm in a unique dress boasting a diamante-encrusted maxi skirt and a corset-style top half.

Julia Garner, 31, showcased her incredible figure in a sheer black maxi dress layered over a nude gown, featuring a thigh-high slit.

Alessandra Ambrosio looked incredible in green as she was joined by Eva Longoria who turned heads at the event in a stunning gold and black gown. 

Also in attendance was Lady Victoria Hervey, who looked chic in a white feathered gown with a high slit and silver detialing and a matching headband. 

Cannes ruled ‘no nudity’ this year – and also asked the A listers who make their way up that famous 22 step red carpet to steer clear of ‘excessively voluminous’ clothing.

That didn’t stop the dozens of actresses and models who attended the opening night ceremony from going all out with trains, diamonds, ruffles, netting… and gowns as plunging and as brief as decency would allow.

Bella, 28, flaunted her jaw-dropping figure in a gorgeous black satin gown as she arrived at the event

Bella, 28, flaunted her jaw-dropping figure in a gorgeous black satin gown as she arrived at the event

She went braless and opted for a thigh-high slit to complete her racy Cannes look, amid the new crackdown on risqué outfits

She went braless and opted for a thigh-high slit to complete her racy Cannes look, amid the new crackdown on risqué outfits

Bella wasn't afraid to show some skin in the glamorous ensemble

She wore her long blonde tresses in a straight style and opted for a smoky and sultry palette of makeup

She wore her long blonde tresses in a straight style and opted for a smoky and sultry palette of makeup

Cannes ruled 'no nudity' this year – and also asked the A listers who make their way up that famous 22 step red carpet to steer clear of 'excessively voluminous' clothing

Cannes ruled ‘no nudity’ this year – and also asked the A listers who make their way up that famous 22 step red carpet to steer clear of ‘excessively voluminous’ clothing

That didn't stop the dozens of actresses and models who attended the opening night ceremony from going all out with trains, diamonds, ruffles and netting

That didn’t stop the dozens of actresses and models who attended the opening night ceremony from going all out with trains, diamonds, ruffles and netting

Jury president Juliette Binoche, 61, cut a radiant figure in in a cream satin cowled top with a hood

The actress looked incredible as she took to the stage during the ceremony

Jury president Juliette Binoche, 61, cut a radiant figure in in a cream satin cowled top with a hood

In high spirits, she tapped her foot and nodded her head along to Madonna’s Vogue which was playing on the loudspeakers

In high spirits, she tapped her foot and nodded her head along to Madonna’s Vogue which was playing on the loudspeakers

Halle Berry was also in attendance as the posed up a storm in a black and white sleeveless striped dress for her Film Festival look

Halle's gown featured a ruffled detail at the back

Halle Berry was also in attendance as the posed up a storm in a black and white sleeveless striped dress for her Film Festival look

Models Irina Shayk (above) and Shanina Shaik commanded attention in glittering black numbers

Australian model Shanina, 34, posed up a storm in a unique dress boasting a diamante-encrusted maxi skirt and a corset-style top half

Models Irina Shayk and Shanina Shaik commanded attention in glittering black numbers

Alessandra Ambrosio looked incredible in green as she walked the red carpet

The model's garment featured adramatic flowing train

Alessandra showcased her incredible figure with a high leg split

Alessandra Ambrosio looked incredible in green as she walked the red carpet

Robert De Niro looked dapper in black as he attended the opening ceremony with his partner Tiffany Chen

Robert De Niro looked dapper in black as he attended the opening ceremony with his partner Tiffany Chen

Robert and Tiffant were also joined by his daughter Helen Grace who he shares with his ex-wife Grace Hightower

Robert and Tiffant were also joined by his daughter Helen Grace who he shares with his ex-wife Grace Hightower

Model and TV presenter Heidi’s cascading ruffled pink Ellie Saab dress, handstitched with individual pink gradient organza petals and a 12 foot train means perhaps she hadn’t heard that the rules had changed.

To be fair, they only announced the decree 24 hours before the opening ceremony, giving stylists on the Riviera collective heart failure.

Models Alessandra and Irina both opted for deeply plunging strapless dresses.

Jury member Halle even confided that she had had to re-plan her wardrobe as her initial choice was ‘too big’ wore a modest halter-necked monochrome striped dress.

At a press conference earlier in the day she said: ‘I had an amazing dress by Gupta to wear tonight, and I cannot wear it because the train is too big.

‘Of course, I’m going to follow the rules, so I had to make a pivot. But the nudity part, I do think, is probably also a good move.’ Which may come as a surprise to anyone who remembers her crotch-flashing sheer panelled dress at the Met Gala ball last week.

Julia Garner, 31, showcased her incredible figure in a sheer black maxi dress layered over a nude gown, featuring a thigh-high slit

Julia Garner, 31, showcased her incredible figure in a sheer black maxi dress layered over a nude gown, featuring a thigh-high slit 

Quentin Tarantino and his wife Daniella Pick put on a very loved-up display on the red carpet

Daniella looked stunning in a silver sheer dress

Quentin Tarantino and his wife Daniella Pick put on a very loved-up display on the red carpet 

Model Caroline Daur turned heads in a strapless gown with gold drop earrings

Model Caroline Daur turned heads in a strapless gown with gold drop earrings 

Also in attendance was Lady Victoria Hervey, who looked chic in a white feathered gown with a high slit and silver detialing and a matching headband

Fellow socialite Emma Weymouth opted for a stunning red shimmering dress

Also in attendance was Lady Victoria Hervey, who looked chic in a white feathered gown while fellow socialite Emma Weymouth opted for a stunning red shimmering dress

Baby Reindeer star Nava Mau looked sensational in a black strapless gown with a layered hemline

Baby Reindeer star Nava Mau looked sensational in a black strapless gown with a layered hemline

Irina's head-turning gown featured a white polk dot detail and dramatically oversized sleeves

The model styled her brunette locks into a chic updo for the event

Irina’s head-turning gown featured a white polk dot detail and dramatically oversized sleeves

It comes after Eva Longoria looked radiant in a chiffon yellow midi-dress as she joined a host of celebrity jury members ahead of the opening ceremony of Cannes Film Festival.

The Desperate Housewives star, 50, joined fellow jury members Halle Berry and Julia Garner, as well as president Juliette Binoche, for a photo call on Tuesday.

Eva looked elegant in the swishing pale yellow sleeves dress as she basked in the sunshine leaving Hotel Martinez ahead of the opening ceremony later that evening.

Meanwhile Halle strutted through the French city in a black tweed two piece – after having to swap her outfit at the last minute due to the festival’s new nudity ban. 

The A-listers were seen posing for snaps with jury members Carlos Reygadas, Payal Kapadia, Leila Slimani, Jeremy Strong, Dieudo Hamadi, Alba Rohrwacher and Hong Sang-soo.

Succession actor Jeremy was seen sporting a 225,000 euro watch and a bucket hat as he attended the Palme D’Or, this year honouring Robert De Niro

Other stars spotted out and about ahead of the opening ceremony were model Shanina Shaik, actress Andie MacDowell and honouree himself De Niro – who attended with his partner Tiffany Chen

Eva Longoria looked radiant in a chiffon yellow midi-dress as she joined a host of celebrity jury members ahead of the opening ceremony of Cannes Film Festival

Eva Longoria looked radiant in a chiffon yellow midi-dress as she joined a host of celebrity jury members ahead of the opening ceremony of Cannes Film Festival

The Desperate Housewives star, 50, joined fellow jury members Halle Berry and Julia Garner

Julia Garner

The Desperate Housewives star, 50, joined fellow jury members Halle Berry and Julia Garner

Cannes Film Festival jury president Juliette Binoche was also in attendance for the photo call on Tuesday

Cannes Film Festival jury president Juliette Binoche was also in attendance for the photo call on Tuesday

Inventing Anna actress Julia also made an appearance, looking impeccably chic in a black suede A-line mini-dress with a high neckline. 

Meanwhile Jury President Juliette looked stylish in a butter yellow jumpsuit, which featured a dramatic statement collar with a fitted bodice and buckled belt. 

Actress Andie MacDowell was among the stars in attendance, as she was seen leaving Hotel Martinez in a light grey suede oversized biker jacket and knee-length skirt.

Australian model looked effortlessly sophisticated in a relaxed grey co-ord, consisting of a longline high-neck blouse and tailored trousers.

This year’s festival has officially placed a ban on ‘nudity’ and ‘voluminous outfits’.

The annual event – which is returning for the 78th time and is one of the most prestigious festivals in the movie industry’s calendar – has updated its red carpet dress code in time for today’s (13.05.25) opening, with certain fashion trends not allowed.

The official charter reads: ‘For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as in any other area of the festival.

‘Voluminous outfits, in particular those with a large train, that hinder the proper flow of traffic of guests and complicate seating in the theater are not permitted. The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules.’

Actress Halle spoke out on the ban as she said: ‘I had an amazing dress… to wear tonight, and I cannot wear because the train is too big.

‘So I, of course, am going to follow the rules. had to make a pivot, but the nudity part, I do think is probably also a good rule.’

The A-listers were seen posing for snaps with jury members Carlos Reygadas, Payal Kapadia, Leila Slimani, Jeremy Strong, Dieudo Hamadi, Alba Rohrwacher and Hong Sang-soo

The A-listers were seen posing for snaps with jury members Carlos Reygadas, Payal Kapadia, Leila Slimani, Jeremy Strong, Dieudo Hamadi, Alba Rohrwacher and Hong Sang-soo

Eva looked elegant in the swishing pale yellow sleeves dress as she basked in the sunshine

Eva looked elegant in the swishing pale yellow sleeves dress as she basked in the sunshine

Eva spent that day at Lucia Cannes to promote her tequila, Casa del Sol at a luncheon

Eva spent that day at Lucia Cannes to promote her tequila, Casa del Sol at a luncheon 

During the film festival, the French restaurant has launched a special menu with items made with Eva's tequila

During the film festival, the French restaurant has launched a special menu with items made with Eva’s tequila

Eva beamed as she enjoyed cocktails with friends

Eva beamed as she enjoyed cocktails with friends 

Halle strutted through the French city in a black tweed two piece

She was seen ahead of the festival kicking off later tonight

Halle strutted through the French city in a black tweed two piece ahead of the festival kicking off later tonight 

Halle revealed she had to swap her outfit at the last minute due to the festival's new nudity ban

Halle revealed she had to swap her outfit at the last minute due to the festival’s new nudity ban

Inventing Anna actress Julia also made an appearance, looking impeccably chic in a black suede A-line mini-dress with a high neckline

Inventing Anna actress Julia also made an appearance, looking impeccably chic in a black suede A-line mini-dress with a high neckline

Julia was beaming with her bright red lipstick on show as she carried around a cream leather Gucci handbag

Julia was beaming with her bright red lipstick on show as she carried around a cream leather Gucci handbag

Succession actor Jeremy was seen sporting a £225,000 watch and a bucket hat as he attended the Palme D'Or

Succession actor Jeremy was seen sporting a £225,000 watch and a bucket hat as he attended the Palme D’Or

The watch was red to match his relaxed ensemble consisting of a corduroy jacket and hat

The watch was red to match his relaxed ensemble consisting of a corduroy jacket and hat

Jeremy's quirky outfit consisted of a pink and dusty red co-ord trousers and shirt, with pink and black suede sneakers

Jeremy’s quirky outfit consisted of a pink and dusty red co-ord trousers and shirt, with pink and black suede sneakers 

Meanwhile Jury President Juliette looked stylish in a butter yellow jumpsuit, which featured a dramatic statement collar with a fitted bodice and buckled belt

Meanwhile Jury President Juliette looked stylish in a butter yellow jumpsuit, which featured a dramatic statement collar with a fitted bodice and buckled belt

Honouree himself De Niro - who attended with his partner Tiffany Chen - was spotted at the photo call celebrating him

Honouree himself De Niro – who attended with his partner Tiffany Chen – was spotted at the photo call celebrating him

De Niro playfully joked with fans as they seemed to chant his name during the photocall in Cannes

De Niro playfully joked with fans as they seemed to chant his name during the photocall in Cannes

Actress Andie MacDowell was among the stars in attendance, as she was seen leaving Hotel Martinez

Actress Andie MacDowell was among the stars in attendance, as she was seen leaving Hotel Martinez 

She donned a light grey suede oversized biker jacket and knee-length skirt

She donned a light grey suede oversized biker jacket and knee-length skirt

Australian model looked effortlessly sophisticated in a relaxed grey co-ord

It consisted of a longline high-neck blouse and tailored trousers

Australian model looked effortlessly sophisticated in a relaxed grey co-ord, consisting of a longline high-neck blouse and tailored trousers

Shanina sported a barely-there make-up look and natural hair and paired her tailored ensemble with black leather stilettos as she attended the Vanity Fair lunch later that day

Shanina sported a barely-there make-up look and natural hair and paired her tailored ensemble with black leather stilettos as she attended the Vanity Fair lunch later that day 

Director Quentin Tarantino arrived hand-in-hand with his glamorous wife Danielle as they arrived for the festival

Director Quentin Tarantino arrived hand-in-hand with his glamorous wife Danielle as they arrived for the festival 

Julia was also seen jetting from the Cannes photocall to the Vanity Fair lunch as she posed up a storm

Julia was also seen jetting from the Cannes photocall to the Vanity Fair lunch as she posed up a storm 

Another star to make a glamorous appearance at the lunching was Baby Reindeer star Nava Mau, who oozed sophistication in a figure-hugging white gown with a high-neck cape feature

Another star to make a glamorous appearance at the lunching was Baby Reindeer star Nava Mau, who oozed sophistication in a figure-hugging white gown with a high-neck cape feature

Actress Naomie Harris made a colourful appearance as she donned a bright yellow and white striped midi-dress complete with a capped sleeve and drooping cape design

Actress Naomie Harris made a colourful appearance as she donned a bright yellow and white striped midi-dress complete with a capped sleeve and drooping cape design

Eva made sure to turn heads in a glamorous sequinned gown as she strutted through the five-star Hôtel Martinez in Cannes on Monday ahead of the film festival.

The actress looked nothing short of sensational in the fitted plunging number which showed off her amazing figure. 

She elevated her frame in a pair of towering coordinated heels and accessorised with a simple pair of drop earrings. 

Styling her long brunette tresses in a half up do in waves, the Desperate Housewives star wore a glamorous palette of L’Oréal makeup, complete with a swipe of bold red lipstick. 

Eva held onto her teams arms as she carefully made her way down the hotel staircase before sipping on a hot beverage. 

The Land of Women star flashed her gorgeous smile as she made her way through the hotel lobby while holding onto a pair of sunglasses. 

Earlier in the day, Eva took to Instagram and shared that she has worked with L’Oréal for 20 years as she posed with a number of gold balloons on her lavish bed. 

She also shared a glimpse into her glam squad creating her stunning look for the day as multiple stylist diffused her hair and worked on her makeup.

Eva Longoria made sure to turn heads in a glamorous sequinned gown as she strutted through the five-star Hôtel Martinez in Cannes on Monday ahead of the film festival

Eva Longoria made sure to turn heads in a glamorous sequinned gown as she strutted through the five-star Hôtel Martinez in Cannes on Monday ahead of the film festival

The actress looked nothing short of sensational in the fitted plunging number which showed off her amazing figure

The actress looked nothing short of sensational in the fitted plunging number which showed off her amazing figure

She elevated her frame in a pair of towering coordinated heels and accessorised with a simple pair of drop earrings

She elevated her frame in a pair of towering coordinated heels and accessorised with a simple pair of drop earrings

Eva styled her long brunette tresses in a half up do in waves

Eva styled her long brunette tresses in a half up do in waves

The Desperate Housewives star wore a glamorous palette of L'Oréal makeup, complete with a swipe of bold red lipstick

The Desperate Housewives star wore a glamorous palette of L’Oréal makeup, complete with a swipe of bold red lipstick

Eva held onto her teams arms as she carefully made her way down the hotel staircase before sipping on a hot beverage

Eva held onto her teams arms as she carefully made her way down the hotel staircase before sipping on a hot beverage

The Land of Women star flashed her gorgeous smile as she made her way through the hotel lobby while holding onto a pair of sunglasses

The Land of Women star flashed her gorgeous smile as she made her way through the hotel lobby while holding onto a pair of sunglasses

Eva looked in good spirits as she relaxed in a dressing gown while also having her nails done for the occasion.  

This year’s Cannes Film Festival is taking place in the wake of Trump´s vow to enact tariffs on international films.

Cannes, where filmmakers, sales agents and journalists gather from around the world, is the Olympics of the big screen, with its own golden prize, the Palme d´Or, to give out at the end. 

Filmmakers come from nearly every corner of the globe to showcase their films while dealmakers work through the night to sell finished films or packaged productions to various territories.

‘You release a film into that Colosseum-like situation,’ says Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho, who´s returning to Cannes with ‘The Secret Agent, a thriller set during Brazil´s dictatorship. 

‘You’ve got to really prepare for the whole experience because it´s quite intense – not very far from the feeling of approaching a roller coaster as you go up the steps at the Palais.’

Trump sent shock waves through Hollywood and the international film community when he announced on May 4 that all movies ‘produced in Foreign Lands‘ will face 100% tariffs.

The White House has said no final decisions have been made. Options being explored include federal incentives for U.S.-based productions, rather than tariffs. But the announcement was a reminder of how international tensions can destabilize even the oldest cultural institutions.

Eva was seen heading into an elevator

Eva was seen heading into an elevator 

She flashed her gorgeous smile as she exited the five-star hotel

She flashed her gorgeous smile as she exited the five-star hotel 

The Cannes Film Festival originally emerged in the World War II years, when the rise of fascism in Italy led to the founding of an alternative to the then-government controlled Venice Film Festival. 

In the time since, Cannes´ resolute commitment to cinema has made it a beacon to filmmakers. Countless directors have come to make their name.

This year is no different, though some of the first-time filmmakers at Cannes are already particularly well-known. Kristen Stewart (The Chronology of Water), Scarlett Johansson (Eleanor the Great) and Harris Dickinson (Urchin) will all be unveiling their feature directorial debuts in Cannes´ Un Certain Regard sidebar section.

Many Cannes veterans will be back, too, including Tom Cruise (Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning), Robert De Niro – who´s to receive an honorary Palme d´Or 49 years after Taxi Driver premiered in Cannes – and Quentin Tarantino, to pay tribute to low-budget Western director George Sherman.

The much-anticipated eighth and final instalment of Mission Impossible is one of the earlier premieres on this year’s Cannes calendar, with its glitzy red carpet taking place on Wednesday, May 14. 

Meanwhile Scarlett’s directorial debut Eleanor The Great, will be unveiled on May 20.

However, in the wake of his legal battle with former co-star Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni is not expected to attend. 

Earlier in the day, Eva took to Instagram and shared that she has worked with L'Oréal for 20 years as she posed with a number of gold balloons on her lavish bed

Earlier in the day, Eva took to Instagram and shared that she has worked with L’Oréal for 20 years as she posed with a number of gold balloons on her lavish bed

She also shared a glimpse into her glam squad creating her stunning look for the day as multiple stylist diffused her hair and worked on her makeup

She also shared a glimpse into her glam squad creating her stunning look for the day as multiple stylist diffused her hair and worked on her makeup

Eva later applied L'Oréal's bold red lipstick to complete her glam

Eva later applied L’Oréal’s bold red lipstick to complete her glam 

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