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Bella Hadid stuns in revealing dress at Cannes Film Festival, sending a nod to '60s fashion 'it girl'


Hadid wore a dress inspired by one of Jane Birkin's most timeless looks


Bella Hadid stuns in revealing dress at Cannes Film Festival, sending a nod to '60s fashion 'it girl'© FilmMagic
Maria LoretoSenior Writer
MAY 21, 2026 1:24 PM EDT

Bella Hadid made one of the best appearances at the Cannes Film Festival red carpet. The model and actress has been enjoying her time at the festival, relaxing on a luxurious yacht with her friends by day and attending gorgeous premieres by night. Her look was a direct reference to one of our favorite '60s fashion it girls. 

Bella Hadid delivered one of the best looks at this year's Cannes Film Festival red carpet© FilmMagic
Bella Hadid delivered one of the best looks at this year's Cannes Film Festival red carpet

Hadid attended the premiere of "De Gaulle: Tilting Iron" hosted on Wednesday. She wore a stunning Schiaparelli gown that made a direct reference to Jane Birkin, the French and British singer and actress. 

The custom dress was white and bold, featuring a plunging neckline that reached all the way to Hadid's belly button. The fit of the dress was tight on the top, showcasing Hadid's hourglass figure. It also featured a bow and a lace-up on the back. 

Hadid was styled by Mimi Cuttrell, looking stunning in a tight bun and a dress that complemented her best features. 

Hadid looked stunning, complementing the look with key jewelry and a tight bun© Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Im
Hadid looked stunning, complementing the look with key jewelry and a tight bun

The look was a direct reference to Jane Birkin's Emilio Pucci dress that she wore at the Paris 1969 Union of the Artists Gala. Birkin wore the dress backwards due to a last-minute wardrobe malfunction, resulting in a plunging look that embodied her charm and relaxed approach to fashion. 

Birkin died in 2023, at the age of 76, with her impact on fashion and culture still felt in the fashion industry, from the red carpet at the world's chicest film festival to the Birkin bag, one of the most exclusive Hermès handbags. 

Jane Birkin remains a timeless fashion icon© James Andanson
Jane Birkin remains a timeless fashion icon

Bella Hadid's yacht yoga skills

Earlier this week, Hadid was photographed taking a break from the red carpets in Cannes. 

In photos captured by paparazzi, Hadid and her friends enjoyed themselves aboard a yacht. She wore a stunning golden bikini and was seen taking selfies with her friends. She was also photographed practicing some yoga poses in her bathing suit, with her holding her hips as she stretched her legs above her head. 

More images captured her and a friend holding hands as they jumped into the water. 

Hadid has long been a fixture at the Cannes Film Festival, becoming one of its red carpet icons due to her bold approach to fashion that recognizes classic French figures while also innovating and shaping the biggest fashion trends. 

The dress was designed by Schiaparelli and was a clear homage to Jane Birkin© FilmMagic
The dress was designed by Schiaparelli and was a clear homage to Jane Birkin

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