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Bella Hadid wears Milla Jovovich's 90s Cannes Film Festival dress: Who wore it best?

Back in 1997, Jovovich let the piece shine solo with minimal accessories.

Bella Hadid wears Milla Jovovich's 90s dress

MAY 16, 2025 5:39 PM EDTMAY 16, 2025, 5:39 PM EDT

Bella Hadid continues to cement her place in the vintage fashion hall of fame. The 27-year-old supermodel stepped out in London wearing one of the most memorable red carpet looks of the 1990s, Milla Jovovich’s dazzling chainmail dress, worn at the 1997 Cannes Film Festival.

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On Friday, while promoting her Orebella fragrance launch in the UK, Bella stunned in the same silver John Galliano creation worn nearly three decades ago by Jovovich.

The metallic gown, first debuted on the runway by model Hedvig Marie Maigre, was famously worn by Jovovich at the 50th annual Cannes premiere of 'The Fifth Element.'

Bella Hadid on May 16, 2025 in London, England

Bella turned heads with the jaw-dropping look, featuring a plunging V-neckline, asymmetrical hem, and delicate rosette detailing. Bella completed the look with a diamond necklace matching drop earrings, and Jimmy Choo lace-up kitten heels.

Bruce Willis and Milla Jovovich during this photocall "The Fifth Element", at the 50th Cannes Film Festival in 1997

Back in 1997, Jovovich let the piece shine solo with minimal accessories and the exact wraparound sandals featured in Galliano’s original runway show.

From left, French composer Eric Serra, US actor Chris Tucker, Ukrainian actress Milla Jovovich, French film director Luc Besson, US actor Bruce Willis, French designer Jean-Paul Gaultier and French film producer Patrice Ledoux pose for the presentation of the film "The Fifth Element" during the 50th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes

Meanwhile, Bella added a modern twist with statement jewelry by Chopard. The supermodel styled her blonde hair in a slicked-back bun and a glamorous makeup look.

Bella Hadid leaving her hotel ahead in NYC

Before traveling to the UK, Bella stole the show at the Cannes Film Festival with multiple looks, following the updated dress code at the highly anticipated event.

Bella Hadid is seen at the Hotel Martinez ahead of the 78th Cannes Film Festival on May 12, 2025

The supermodel began her fashion streak at Cannes before the red carpet. On May 12, she arrived in the Riviera wearing a structured white Dolce & Gabbana bustier top paired with matching jeans, tan slingbacks, and caramel-toned accessories.

Bella Hadid attends the red carpet for the opening ceremony and "Partir Un Jour" (Leave One Day) screening at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival

For the red carpet, Bella wore a sleek black cowlneck Saint Laurent dress, following the strict “no naked dress” rule at the festival. Her ensemble featured a hip-high slit, exposed sides, and an asymmetrical cross back, paired with Saint Laurent's rhinestone-encrusted heels.

Bella completed the look with stunning pieces of jewelry, including 118.68-carat emerald earrings and a 12.15-carat heart-shaped diamond ring.