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Eva Longoria wears a stunning plunging neck halter dress at the Cannes Film Festival

The fitted design showcased a sparkling halter neckline paired with a sleek black sequined skirt and thigh-high slit

MAY 21, 2026 12:56 PM EDTMAY 21, 2026, 12:56 PM EDT

American actress and producer Eva Longoria delivered another unforgettable fashion run at the Cannes Film Festival. One of her most talked-about looks featured a dramatic black-and-white deep plunging gown covered in shimmering embellishments. The fitted design showcased a sparkling halter neckline paired with a sleek black sequined skirt and thigh-high slit.

To complete the bold yet sophisticated silhouette, Longoria wore elegant Vanessa heels from Flor de Maria and layered diamond jewelry, elevating the entire look.

Eva Longoria attends the Global Gift gala during the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival at La Mome Plage.

Her beauty styling remained polished and timeless. Longoria wore her hair sleek and straight with a center part while opting for glowing skin, soft nude lips, and dramatic lashes that complemented the statement gown without overpowering it.

The actress changed into several different gowns throughout the Cannes festivities, each delivering a completely different fashion mood.

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During another evening appearance, Longoria stunned in a rich burgundy sequined halter gown from the Sergio Hudson Spring 2026 collection featuring a dramatic keyhole cutout and body-contouring silhouette.

She accessorized with oversized gold hoop earrings, stacked bracelets, BERTA platforms in Black and glowing bronzed makeup.

Longoria also embraced vibrant color in a fitted Silvia Tcherassi emerald green gown that featured a high neckline, gathered fabric details, and subtle side cutouts accented with gold hardware. Styled with Vanessa gold metallic heels and coordinated accessories, the look offered a more sculptural and sophisticated aesthetic.

Fashion has long played a major role in Longoria’s Cannes appearances, and this year was no exception. Reports from People revealed that the actress arrived at the festival with multiple trunks filled with gowns, shoes, and accessories carefully planned for every event and red carpet moment.

Eva's Cannes appearance comes weeks after she shed light on her day-to-day activities while living in Spain and Mexico. The director and producer, 51, says life in Spain has reshaped her daily rhythm in ways Los Angeles never could. Longoria moves between Spain and Mexico with husband José Bastón and their 7-year-old son Santiago.

While promoting her new CNN travel series, “Eva Longoria: Searching for France,” she said the pace of life has given her perspective. “They really enjoy life in Spain,” Longoria tells PEOPLE. “They love a long meal. You're never in a rush.”

Bastón kept his look casual in sporty beachwear. — Eva Longoria was seen enjoying a beach day in Marbella, Spain, alongside her husband José Bastón and friends.

“It's so amazing how we really don't take lunch in our work culture,” she explains. “You always do the working lunch: ‘I'm going to go grab a sandwich. I'll be right back.’ You only have an hour. It's so stressful to think, ‘I have to hurry up and be back.’”

“There’s no traffic where we live [in Spain.] I walk everywhere,” she says. Longoria loves wellness, balance, and intentional living, so having a walkable lifestyle is something she likes. The appeal of Spain also extends to her son. “He's loved it,” she says. “He's been so excited to have classmates and friends and birthday parties.” Adding: “He's really flourishing as a little human being, and it's really fun to watch.”