8 Celebrity Style Lessons From Cannes To Adopt This Summer

The Cannes Film Festival, aka those two weeks in May where the world's starlets descend upon the South of France for dozens of opulent movie premieres and glamorous yacht parties, just wrapped. The red carpet fashion is always fun to watch, and because the city of Cannes is swarming with celebrities for the duration of the festival, even a star's casual daytime ensemble can be swoon-worthy.

From daytime photo call outfits to airport looks (and yes, a few moments from la Croisette as well) let these 8 celebrity outfits inspire your summertime dressing.

1. Rosettes are still in—and making their way to footwear.

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 18: Elle Fanning is seen at Hotel Martinez during the 76th Cannes film festival ... [+] on May 18, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Jacopo Raule/GC Images)

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Elle Fanning stepped out for a sweet daytime look wearing a white lace dress and elegant sandals featuring rosette embellishments. The rosette is already one of the biggest trends of the moment, with people wearing oversized floral details as chokers and on dresses, so why not opt for a rosette on a shoe, too?

2. Head-to-toe monochrome always looks chic.

American actress Natalie Portman at Cannes Film Festival 2023. Photocall of the film May December. ... [+] Cannes (France), May 22nd, 2023 (Photo by Rocco Spaziani/Archivio Spaziani/Mondadori Portfolio via Getty Images)

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Natalie Portman reminded us that when in doubt, dress head-to-toe in one color for a look that is sleek and put-together. Even her toenails match the crimson she wore to promote her new film, May December.

3. Find Your Summer Style Uniform.

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 18: Laura Harrier is seen at Hotel Martinez during the 76th Cannes film ... [+] festival on May 18, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Jacopo Raule/GC Images)

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Laura Harrier wowed throughout the Cannes Film Festival with looks such as the one above, and she appeared elegant no matter the occasion. Her secret? Harrier opted to wear black and white outfits during the festival, keeping her vacation look streamlined and cohesive. Try this if you are planning a summer getaway soon! A capsule wardrobe of limited colors will help you avoid overpacking.

4. Early 2000s accessories are a fun way to switch things up.

NICE, FRANCE - MAY 17: Lena Mahfouf is seen at Nice Airport during the 76th Cannes film festival on ... [+] May 17, 2023 in Nice, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/GC Images)

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Y2K influences have been popping up here and there in recent years, but lately it has become more literal. French influencer and author Lena Mahfouf arrived at the Nice Airport sporting both a gold Chanel logo chain belt and Murakami bag from Louis Vuitton. She also styled the outfit with low-rise jeans and a shrunken T-shirt, two additional early aughts favorites, but dressed things up with a blazer and slicked-back hairdo. A Y2K fashion moment is all about balancing the playful logomania with modern touches, so don't be afraid to play with "vintage" pieces this summer.

5. All-black outfits can work for summer. It's true!

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Uma Thurman is seen during the 76th Cannes film festival at Hotel Martinez ... [+] on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Jacopo Raule/GC Images)

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Uma Thurman proved that just because it's summer it does not mean you have to forego all your black clothes until the end of the season. The secret is of course selecting black clothing in summer-appropriate silhouettes, like a flowing midi dress and classic sandals. Thurman also went for interesting textures that broke up the different elements of her outfit.

6. Hair bows are the way to accessorize your hair this summer.

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 23: Jennie Ruby Jane attends "The Idol" photocall at the 76th annual Cannes ... [+] film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 23, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)

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Blackpink singer Jennie showed off one of the biggest hair trends of summer at the premiere for The Idol. Hair bows are an adorable way to accent braids, a ponytail, or half-up style this summer. Go bold and wear an oversize style, and select one that matches the colors of your outfit for a coordinated look.

7. A button-up shirt is still the best summer layer.

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 22: Sydney Sweeney is seen at Hotel Martinez during the 76th Cannes film ... [+] festival on May 22, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Jacopo Raule/GC Images)

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Sydney Sweeney knows that when it is too hot for a sweater but too cold to wear a bra top on its own, reach for your favorite slightly oversized button-up shirt for chic summer layering.

8. It's okay to let your bra show. It's summer!

CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 23: Scarlett Johansson attends the "Asteroid City" red carpet during the 76th ... [+] annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 23, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic)

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For anyone who gets nervous about a bra showing through your top, stop the worrying and embrace it like Scarlett Johannson did! Summer is the time to stop fretting about that perfectly-poised outfit, anyway. Besides, if you are wearing a cute bralette, it can make a fun accent to even the simplest of outfits.