Cannes Film Festival Bans Nudity and Oversized Outfits on the Red Carpet
This year at Cannes, the dress code comes with actual boundaries and they’re not just metaphorical. Fez – In a move that’s equal parts etiquette and event logistics, the Cannes Film Festival has officially tightened its red carpet dress code, banning nudity and “excessively large” outfits for its 78th edition, which kicks off today on the sun-soaked shores of southeastern France. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the festival issued an updated style charter just ahead of opening night. The new rules explicitly state: “nudity is prohibited on the red carpet and in all other festival areas,” citing “reasons of propriety.” Translation: no more scandalous stunts in the name of fashion shock value, at least not on the carpet. But it’s not just about baring skin. The festival is also asking attendees to leave their extravagant, space-hogging gowns at home. The goal? To prevent fashion from turning into a logistical nightmare. Oversized dresses can block walkways, stall the flow of arrivals, and make those already-stressful seating arrangements even trickier. If you’ve ever watched someone attempt to sit in a six-foot-wide gown at a cinema screening, you understand. Security staff and festival personnel have been instructed to deny access to anyone who doesn’t respect the new guidelines, making this more than just a suggestion. A spokesperson from Cannes explained that the charter update simply reflects long-standing customs, not a radical new direction. “The aim isn’t to regulate fashion per se,” they clarified, “but to avoid full nudity, in accordance with the institutional framework of the event and French law.” Interestingly, the festival stopped short of banning sheer or semi-revealing dresses, the ones that toe the line between daring and bare. So yes, mesh, lace, and illusion fabrics may still make an appearance. The real red line is full nudity. This isn’t Cannes’ first style scandal. Back in 2015, several women were turned away from the screening of “Carol” for not wearing high heels, a move that sparked backlash and some eye-rolls from Hollywood’s A-listers, including Emily Blunt. Tradition still rules much of the festival’s dress code. Attending screenings at the prestigious Grand Théâtre Lumière still requires a black tie, dark formalwear, and a firm no to bulky bags or backpacks. The 78th edition of Cannes runs until May 24, with 21 films vying for the Palme d’Or. This year’s jury is headed by French icon Juliette Binoche, setting the stage for another cinematic showdown, albeit one with fewer wardrobe distractions. So, in short: if you’re headed to Cannes, bring your best look, just make sure it fits the seat, and the rules. Read also: Imad Boussif Dalouh Presents New Novel ‘Heridas de Frontera’ at Cervantes Institute
Kanye West and Bianca Censori’s Shocking Grammys Stunt
The rapper and designer’s red carpet moment wasn’t just a ‘naked’ reality; many felt it was deeply unsettling. Fez– Kanye West and Bianca Censori made headlines with their controversial red-carpet appearance at the 2025 Grammy Awards on February 2. Censori arrived wearing a large back coat with only a sheer mesh dress over her body, while West was fully clothed in dark attire and sunglasses. When the Australian designer removed her outer layer, it appeared as if she was naked. The stark contrast raised many questions. Neither has publicly commented on the choice, but many suspect they were trying to recreate Kanye’s signature album cover for “Vultures 1”. On the cover, Kanye wears a hockey mask and Censori is seen from behind in stockings and a thong. They briefly recreated this pose at the Grammys, but Censori also struck several other stances for photographers.Following the red carpet moment, reports surfaced that the couple left the Crypto.com Arena before attending the ceremony. Despite speculation that they were removed from the event, multiple sources, including People, confirmed that West and Censori left voluntarily. West reportedly shared a photo from the night on social media with the caption “love story” before deleting it. Questions continue to surround West and Censori’s relationship. While little is known about their private dynamics, public concern has grown over the way Censori is frequently seen in revealing outfits alongside West. In 2023, Italian authorities reportedly investigated her for public indecency after she was photographed in similar attire. The couple married in 2022, a year after Kim Kardashian filed for divorce from West. Censori, an Australian architect, has worked for West’s Yeezy brand since 2020. According to a LinkedIn profile believed to be hers, she holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in architecture from the University of Melbourne. Before his relationship with Censori, West was briefly linked to actor Julia Fox. In her 2023 memoir Down the Drain, Fox described a relationship with someone referred to as “The Artist,” widely believed to be West. She alleged that he controlled her wardrobe and discouraged her from expressing opinions on her clothing. Kardashian previously shared similar experiences, revealing that West and a stylist completely changed her fashion choices when they were together. West and Censori’s appearance at the Grammys has fueled ongoing debate, but for now, their reasons for the controversial stunt remain unclear. Read also: Celebrity Children Making Their Own Names
