Elle Fanning Shines In Retro Glamour At 2024 Cannes Film Festival’s Closing Ceremony

Actress Elle Fanning closed out her Cannes fashion parade by putting a French Riviera twist on the classic ’70s goddess gown. On Saturday, the All The Bright Places actress stopped traffic on the red carpet, posing in a sheer Gucci Cruise dress with a stunning, completely backless design at the 77th annual film festival’s closing ceremony. 

With her oversized bell-shaped chiffon sleeves and layers of sheer fabric flowing around her, Fanning – who also debuted a shorter, platinum cut for the event – looked nothing short of elegant.

The former child star dazzled on the red carpet at the Palais des Festivals, twirling to highlight every angle of her retro-inspired chiffon gown by Gucci. The dress’s dramatic low back and voluminous sleeves were perfectly showcased as she moved. Statement diamond earrings and a silver watch added sparkle, complementing her teal eyeshadow.

On Friday, Fanning served as a juror for L’Oréal’s Lights On Women’s Worth Award. The actress has been a L’Oréal Paris ambassador since 2017 and was taking over the role from Kate Winslet.

“I am honored to preside as juror of the Lights on Women’s Worth Award and to play a part in continuing this important initiative,” Fanning said when her role was announced. “Such platforms are essential in supporting emerging female talent, giving them the opportunity to showcase their unique skills and work and empowering them to become the artist they want to be. The extraordinary talents of last year’s finalists were truly breathtaking; I can’t wait to watch the films.”

The festival’s top honor, the Palm D’or, went to the American film Anora.