Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera

After a year's hiatus owing to the coronavirus pandemic, the Cannes Film Festival welcomed cinema luminaries back to the French Riviera on Tuesday evening as its 74th edition kicked off.

While Indian beauties like Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan who are regulars at the star-studded festival gave it a miss, Hollywood personalities graced the red carpet putting their fashion foot forward.

Super model Bella chose a vintage Jean Paul Gaultier gown for the first day. She added a sheer veil and diamond jewellery to complete her look.

US model Bella Hadid arrives for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film "Annette" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 6, 2021. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP)
US model Bella Hadid arrives for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film "Annette" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 6, 2021. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP)
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For the second day, Bella stunned in a risqué outfit.

US model Bella Hadid arrives for the screening of the film "Tre Piani" (Three Floors) at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 11, 2021. (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)
US model Bella Hadid arrives for the screening of the film "Tre Piani" (Three Floors) at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 11, 2021. (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)

Jessica Chastain opted for a Christian Dior lace gown and wore a diamond and ruby necklace by Chopard.

US actress Jessica Chastain arrives for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film "Annette" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 6, 2021. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP)
US actress Jessica Chastain arrives for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film "Annette" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 6, 2021. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP)
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Jodie Foster's Givenchy dress with cut-out details and silver-studded accents.

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
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Elena Lenina's OVER-THE-TOP outfits:

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
Elena Lenina arrives for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film "Annette" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 6, 2021. (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)
Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
Russian businesswoman and tv presenter Elena Lenina poses as she arrives for the screening of the film "Tout sest Bien Passe" (Everything Went Fine) at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 7, 2021. (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)
Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
Russian businesswoman and tv presenter Elena Lenina arrives for the screening of the film "Benedetta" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 9, 2021. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP)

Carla wore a shimmery, baby blue single-strapped gown by Celine for the screening of the 'Annette'. For 'De Son Vivan' screening, she opted for a black strapless gown and a diamond choker.

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
French model and musician Carla Bruni arrives for the opening ceremony and the screening of the film "Annette" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 6, 2021. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP)
French-Italian model and musician Carla Bruni arrives for the screening of the film "De Son Vivant" (Peaceful) at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 10, 2021. (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)
French-Italian model and musician Carla Bruni arrives for the screening of the film "De Son Vivant" (Peaceful) at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 10, 2021. (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)

German model Loreana Rae stunned in a nude Elie Saab dress with feathered accents.

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
German model Lorena Rae narrives for the screening of the film "Tout sest Bien Passe" (Everything Went Fine) at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 7, 2021. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP)

Actress Frederique Bel was seen channeling her inner Barbie in a strapless baby pink Yanina Couture gown, with flowing sleeves.

For the 'Benedetta' screening, she wore a white gown that had a corset top and a plunging neckline.

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
French actress Frederique Bel poses as she arrives for the screening of the film "Tout sest Bien Passe" (Everything Went Fine) at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 7, 2021. (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)
Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
French actress Frederique Bel arrives for the screening of the film "Benedetta" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 9, 2021. (Photo by Valery HACHE / AFP)

Hollywood star Matt Damon wih the 'Stillwater' team. The film directed by 'Spotlight' Oscar-winner Tom McCarthy was premiered at Grand Theatre Lumiere.

Cannes Film Festival 2021: Best and worst dressed celebs at the French Riviera
) French actor Idir Azougli, US actor Matt Damon, US actress Abigail Breslin, US director Tom McCarthy, French actress Camille Cottin, actor moussa Maaskri and actor Gregory Di Meglio pose as they arrive for the screening of the film "Stillwater" at the 74th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, southern France, on July 8, 2021. (Photo by John MACDOUGALL / AFP)