Trending Now - Bella Hadid Honors Jane Birkin With Stunning Cannes Gown
WHO:
Yahoo - Barbra Streisand, a recipient of the prestigious Palme d'Or awards for lifetime achievement, may be a no-show due to an injury.
Yahoo - Jury members at the Cannes Film Festival include Demi Moore, Chloé Zhao, and Ruth Negga.
CNN - Bella Hadid attended the Cannes Film Festival.
CNN - The gown was created by Schiaparelli, with creative direction by Daniel Roseberry.
CNN - Jane Birkin, the late style icon, is referenced in the tribute.
WHAT:
Fox News - Bella Hadid's gown was a reimagining of a similar dress worn by Jane Birkin at the Union of the Artists Gala in Paris in 1969.
Fox News - Schiaparelli stated that Bella Hadid's gown required "22,160 hours of embroidery" and the "work and the expertise of 130 artisans" to complete.
Yahoo - Bella Hadid wore a plunging neckline gown that scooped below her midriff, adorned with an intricate black beaded brooch between her cleavage and navel.
Yahoo - The gown featured an oversize, laced-up bow at the back.
CNN - Bella Hadid wore a custom ivory gown that took 130 artisans a combined 22,160 hours to produce.
CNN - The gown featured trompe l’œil lace embroidery and a dark brooch.
CNN - Hadid's gown included a tiered mermaid train that trailed behind her.
WHERE:
CNN - The event took place at the Palais des Festivals during the Cannes Film Festival.
WHEN:
Yahoo - Bella Hadid attended the screening of "La Bataille De Gaulle: L'Âge De Fer" on May 20.
Yahoo - The Cannes Film Festival is returning for its 79th year.
CNN - The gown was worn at the premiere of Antonin Baudry’s new biopic, “La Bataille de Gaulle.”
CNN - Jane Birkin died in 2023 at the age of 76.
WHY:
CNN - The Cannes Film Festival took a stand against exposed skin last year, explicitly banning any form of nudity on the red carpet for "decency reasons."
CNN - The gown was a tribute to Jane Birkin's iconic crochet floral gown worn in 1969, which was a result of a last-minute wardrobe fix.
HOW:
CNN - Cannes guidelines state that welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting the dress code rules.
CNN - Hadid's gown was designed to reflect Birkin's spontaneous fashion sense while adhering to the Cannes dress code, which prohibits excessive nudity and overly voluminous outfits.
(UPDATED May 21, 2026 23:22 UTC)
Bella Hadid made a stunning appearance at the screening of "La Bataille De Gaulle: L'Âge De Fer," showcasing a gown that was a reimagining of a similar dress worn by Jane Birkin back in 1969. The designer Schiaparelli revealed that this exquisite gown required an impressive 22,160 hours of embroidery and the expertise of 130 artisans to bring it to life. This remarkable creation highlights the dedication and craftsmanship that went into one of the standout looks of the event.
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(UPDATED May 21, 2026 14:05 UTC)
Barbra Streisand, a celebrated recipient of the Palme d'Or for lifetime achievement, may not attend the Cannes Film Festival this year due to an injury. The festival, now in its 79th year, features a jury that includes notable figures like Demi Moore, Chloé Zhao, and Ruth Negga, while model Bella Hadid turned heads in a stunning gown with a plunging neckline and an oversized bow at the back. In a move to uphold decency, Cannes has reiterated its dress code rules, stating that teams will be required to deny red carpet access to anyone who does not comply.
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(UPDATED May 21, 2026 12:03 UTC)
Bella Hadid made a stunning appearance at the Cannes Film Festival, wearing a custom ivory gown created by Schiaparelli under the creative direction of Daniel Roseberry. This exquisite gown, which took 130 artisans a remarkable 22,160 hours to produce, featured trompe l’œil lace embroidery, a dark brooch, and a tiered mermaid train, all serving as a tribute to the late style icon Jane Birkin. Hadid wore this striking piece during the premiere of Antonin Baudry’s new biopic, “La Bataille de Gaulle,” reflecting Birkin's spontaneous fashion sense while adhering to the festival's dress code.