Overview

• The Cannes Film Festival implemented a last-minute dress code banning nudity and large trains for evening screenings at the Grand Théâtre Lumière, citing decency and logistical concerns.
• Jury member Halle Berry complied by swapping her gown, while stars like Heidi Klum and Wan QianHui defied the rules but were still allowed on the red carpet.
• The policy has been criticized as regressive, with some arguing it polices women’s bodies and stifles fashion expression under the guise of decency.
• Enforcement has been inconsistent, with some attendees denied access while high-profile figures flouted the rules without consequence.
• The ban targets the popular 'naked dress' trend, which has been a staple of Cannes fashion but now faces restrictions for its revealing designs.