When it comes to the Cannes Film Festival, Elie Saab is practically a red carpet tradition. Year after year, his gowns grace the festival’s most iconic moments, and the 78th edition was no exception.
From timeless elegance to bold reinventions of eveningwear, several A-listers turned to Saab to make a statement. Let’s take a closer look at how global stars wore Elie Saab at Cannes this year!.
1. Eva Longoria – Fall/Winter 2024 Haute Couture
Eva Longoria brought serious star power to the Mission: Impossible–The Final Reckoning premiere in a teal Elie Saab Haute Couture gown. Covered in shimmering sequins with a halter neckline, the look was pure glamour from every angle.
The rich color was a refreshing change on the carpet, and it caught the light beautifully, making Eva glow. Paired with emerald and diamond Chopard jewels, she looked completely in her element—confident, commanding, and absolutely owning the red carpet.
2. Halle Berry – Spring/Summer 2025 Haute Couture
While most stars played it safe, Halle Berry decided to shake things up. She delivered a major red carpet win at the L’Oréal Paris Women in Cinema dinner in a blush pink Elie Saab Haute Couture gown.
The strapless dress, with its sculpted bodice and thigh-high slit, felt effortlessly elegant. Paired with Chopard jewels and gem-embellished Aquazzura heels, the look was polished yet playful.
3. Heidi Klum – The 1001 Seasons of Elie Saab Collection
Heidi Klum made two bold Elie Saab statements at Cannes this year from the same collection, but each had a very different vibe. First, she wowed in a dreamy blush pink organza gown covered in rose-like swirls and a dramatic train—so dramatic, in fact, it quietly defied the festival’s new dress code rules.
But at the Mission: Impossible–The Final Reckoning premiere, she switched things up with a sleeker Elie Saab look: a silver sequined gown with a holographic shimmer, beige linear detailing, and off-the-shoulder sleeves.
4. Araya Alberta Hargate – Fall/Winter 2024 Haute Couture
Another standout was Thai actress Araya Alberta Hargate. At the 78th Cannes Film Festival, she turned heads in a breathtaking gown from Elie Saab’s Fall/Winter 2024 Haute Couture collection.
The look was exceptional, with intricate detailing, a sheer tasseled bottom, and that signature Elie Saab elegance that never misses. Araya has long been a Cannes favorite, and this gown just reminded us why.
5. Elaine Zhong – Spring/Summer 2023 Haute Couture
Stepping onto the Cannes red carpet like a scene from a modern fairytale, Elaine Zhong made a memorable entrance in Elie Saab Haute Couture. Her strapless gown, from the Spring/Summer 2023 collection, featured a beautifully embroidered floral corset and a full, flowing skirt that added just the right amount of drama.
The look struck that perfect balance between classic elegance and fresh, show-stopping detail. It was a moment, and Elaine carried it with the kind of grace that turned heads and set the tone for the night.
6. Irina Shayk – Custom Elie Saab Haute Couture
Serving up her most unforgettable moment yet, Irina Shayk lit up the Dossier 137 premiere in a custom Elie Saab Haute Couture gown. The strapless black number dripped in feathers and crystals, bringing moody glamour with a sharp, sultry edge.
Styled with sheer opera gloves, wet-look waves, and a bold red lip, she leaned fully into the dark romance vibe—and absolutely nailed it. After a string of softer looks, this was Irina’s power move.
Elie Saab at Cannes 2025
From moody feathers to soft pastels and full-on sparkle, Elie Saab’s gowns proved once again why they’re a Cannes favorite. Each look was a masterclass in glamour, tailored to the star wearing it, yet unmistakably Saab. At the 78th Cannes Film Festival, the designer didn’t just dress celebrities; he defined the red carpet.
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