Jury member Demi Moore poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Paper Tiger' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Andreea Alexandru)
Colman Domingo poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Garance' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Sunday, May 17, 2026. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Joan Collins poses for photographers at the opening ceremony and premiere of the film 'The Electric Kiss' during 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 12, 2026. (AP Photo/John Locher)
Cate Blanchett poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Paper Tiger' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)
Sharon Stone poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Diamond' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 19, 2026. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)
Jury member Demi Moore poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Paper Tiger' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Andreea Alexandru)
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Colman Domingo poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Garance' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Sunday, May 17, 2026. (AP Photo/John Locher)
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Joan Collins poses for photographers at the opening ceremony and premiere of the film 'The Electric Kiss' during 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 12, 2026. (AP Photo/John Locher)
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Cate Blanchett poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Paper Tiger' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Saturday, May 16, 2026. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)
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Sharon Stone poses for photographers upon arrival at the premiere of the film 'Diamond' at the 79th international film festival, Cannes, southern France, Tuesday, May 19, 2026. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP)
London (AP) — As the twelve days of non-stop premieres at the Cannes Film Festival come to a close, so does the extravaganza's parade of high fashion.
The red carpet at Cannes is one of the most famous fashion showcases in the world. Unlike events such as the Oscars ceremony or Met Gala, the display goes on for more than a week.
That gives both celebrities and their stylists lots of opportunities to pull luxe looks together, on top of plenty of daytime casual couture for Cannes photocalls.
Here's a look at the couture highlights — and lessons on what not to wear — from the festival this year:
Gowns bring drama and volume
While voluminous gowns were frowned on by festival organizers — see also barely-there dresses — that didn’t stop structural elegance from making an appearance.
Eschewing slinky silhouettes were Cate Blanchett who popped up her frilly collar on a Louis Vuitton gown, and Sharon Stone who swept along the red carpet in an oversized creation by Sophie Couture.
Stunning outside the Palais, but not great for anyone sitting behind them in the cinema, who wants to see the screen.
NSFW: Not suitable for walking
For those not careful, the outfits may impress when standing still in the mirror — but fail once the wearer starts moving.
Seen this year: Guests tripping over, being reduced to a crawl or going up the Palais' 24 steps sideways, making the wrong impression on the Croisette crowd.
Some victims of their fashion were caught out by a dress train that's too tight around the knees, heels that were too high, and flying fabric strands tying one up at the first hint of a breeze.
Demi Moore's seemingly bottomless wardrobe
The biggest selection of styles come from the never-ending wardrobes of the jury members, who attend daily premieres to watch the movies.
Chefs' kisses go to Colman Domingo, who wore a caped, twinkly purple Valentino shirt; Blanchett in backless floral Givenchy, complete with tassels; Isabelle Huppert in a delicate fanned out, bright red Gucci gown; Ruth Negga in black and white tuxedo tailoring; and vintage lover Dita von Teese channeling Old Hollywood in Tamara Ralph Couture.