Overview

• Amal Clooney attended the Cannes Film Festival on May 16, 2025, wearing a vintage John Galliano-era Christian Dior gown featuring a large train, defying newly implemented dress code restrictions.
• The updated guidelines, introduced earlier this month, prohibit nudity and voluminous outfits like gowns with large trains, citing logistical and decency concerns.
• Despite the strict rules, Clooney was admitted to the red carpet without issue, contrasting with reports of other attendees being turned away for similar violations.
• Clooney's appearance supported the premiere of Bono's documentary, 'Stories of Surrender,' highlighting her ongoing personal and professional connections to high-profile cultural events.
• The festival's inconsistent enforcement of the dress code has drawn significant media attention, fueling discussions about celebrity influence and the evolving norms of red carpet fashion.