Noon, I don’t regret it again…The curtain officially falls on 79th edition of the most prestigious French film festival. Beyond the prizes awarded and the coveted Palme d’Or, in any case, the Croisette once again it is confirmed as an event with a high level of glamour. From Demi Moore to Penelope CruzThe Cannes Film Festival 2026 ended in style.
This year, on the other hand, the red carpet overlooking the sea of the French Riviera was the setting for the elegance and beauty of stars over 40. Actresses, directors and performers have in fact shown a new side of femininity, as sophisticated as it is refined and sensual, regardless of age. From Isabelle Huppert to Tilda Swintonuntil Monica Bellucci And Penelope Cruzunprecedented refinement triumphs at Cannes 2026.
Penelope Cruz, elegant diva at Cannes 2026
The Spanish actress she turned out to be one of the best-dressed stars of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. Classic yet original, she nonchalantly transitioned from one-shoulder dresses with deep slits to V-neck midi dresses embellished with turquoise jewels, remaining faithful to a shade of black sophisticated and feminine. For the closing ceremony of the event, however, Penelope Cruz paid homage to the charm of old Hollywood, betting on unexpected details. The dress with a fitted bodice and sweetheart neckline, accompanied by a voluminous skirt, was animated by feathers two-tone, for a traditional look but with a twist.
Penélope Cruz on the red carpet of the final evening of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. (Photo by Ernesto Ruscio/Getty Images)
Looks to remember (for better or for worse)
The 2026 Cannes Film Festival did not prove particularly memorable on the entertainment front outfits. In general, in fact, stars and actresses have preferred to stick to a classic, formal and refined style, with few “head shots”. On the red carpet of the closing ceremony, for example, Isabelle Huppert confirmed his DNA from fashionistain a dress black and white covered in sequins. Zoe Saldañafor her part, showed off a floral dress decorated with two maxi bows, more for day than evening. Tilda Swintonfinally, he chose a voluminous creation in a bright tip of redone of the most popular shades in this edition of the review.
Counter-current style icon: Tilda Swinton closes Cannes 2026 in a red maxi dress. (Photo by Thibaud MORITZ / AFP)
Not just diva outfits and dream creations. On the last red carpet of Cannes 2026 there was no shortage of surprises (stylistic). The Norwegian actress Renate Reinsvealready a regular presence at Fashion Week and fashion shows, has said goodbye to the usual long dress in favor of a ensemble unexpected. The Scandinavian starin fact, she opted for a pair of trousers covered in metallic sequins, combined with an extra long top with a deep central opening. The end result is unexpected and fun.
Renate Reinsve subverts every stylistic rule on the last red carpet of Cannes 2026. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Cannes Film Festival 2026, last act
The final evening of the French event, in any case, once again showcased da’s vocation style icon Of Demi Moore. The American actress, part of the jury of this edition, gave, evening after evening, extravagant looks and over the top outfitsplaying and experimenting with lightheartedness, without taking ourselves too seriously. The professional rebirth of the star of Ghostrelaunched last year by the success of body horror The Substancecontinues like this with original and refined clothes.
The curtain falls on the Croisette.