- Hand-painted gown inspired by the French Riviera
- Structured corset balanced with a dramatic flowing skirt
- Soft pastel green shade created a dreamy fairytale mood
- Minimal styling kept the attention on the artwork and silhouette
- Look marked a softer, romantic fashion shift for Alia at Cannes
At the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, Alia Bhatt delivered one of her most memorable red carpet appearances yet. Her pastel ball gown instantly stood out for combining fashion, art, and storytelling in a very soft and elegant way. The outfit did not rely on heavy embellishment or dramatic accessories. Instead, it focused on craftsmanship, color, and silhouette.
The gown was designed by Yash Patil and styled by Rhea Kapoor. At first glance, the dress felt like something from a modern fairytale. The sea foam green shade created a fresh and delicate visual effect. The color also reflected the calm and romantic mood of the French Riviera, which inspired the entire look.
The fitted corset bodice gave the gown structure and balance. It shaped the upper body cleanly and elegantly while allowing the skirt to remain dramatic and fluid. This contrast between the fitted top and voluminous skirt created the classic ball-gown silhouette often associated with old-Hollywood glamour and princess-style fashion.
One of the most unique parts of the outfit was its hand-painted artwork. Ahmedabad-based artist Basuri Chokshi painted scenic landscapes directly onto the fabric. The artwork captured elements of the French Riviera, including dreamy countryside views and lavender-inspired tones. Instead of looking like a printed design, the dress felt like wearable art. Every brushstroke added softness and personality to the gown.
The fabric choices also played an important role in creating the final effect. Layers of silk organza and tulle gave the skirt movement and lightness. As Alia walked, the gown appeared airy and flowing rather than heavy. The ombré tones added depth without overpowering the painted details.
Her styling was intentionally minimal. She wore soft pink makeup with glowing skin and lightly flushed cheeks. Her hair was swept to the side and tied into a sleek, loose bun inspired by 1950s beauty trends. This hairstyle helped frame the gown without competing with it.
This was also Alia’s second year attending Cannes as a global ambassador for L’Oréal Paris. Last year, she experimented with bold and structured fashion choices. Instagram/@aliabhatt
The jewelry choices remained understated. Yellow diamond pieces from Chopard added sparkle while maintaining the soft romantic theme. She completed the outfit with elegant heels from Manolo Blahnik.
What made this Cannes appearance especially interesting was how different it felt from her earlier airport look. Before arriving at the festival, Alia was seen in a sharp all-black outfit featuring a structured jacket and capri pants. The red carpet transformation from monochrome tailoring to pastel couture highlighted her versatility and confidence in fashion.
This was also Alia’s second year attending Cannes as a global ambassador for L’Oréal Paris. Last year, she experimented with bold and structured fashion choices. This year, however, she embraced softness, romance, and fantasy. The result was one of the most ethereal and talked-about fashion moments of Cannes 2026.
Katrina Kaif reacts to postpartum beauty comments, reveals her 'skin became sensitive' and 'feeling best matters more'
Katrina Kaif attends the green carpet at the NEXA IIFA Awards at Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre on March 09, 2025 in Jaipur, India.
Katrina Kaif has spent much of her career being associated with beauty — from modeling and Bollywood films to red-carpet appearances and her makeup business. But motherhood has changed the way the actor looks at her appearance.
In a recent conversation with The Hollywood Reporter India, Kaif spoke about beauty standards, self-care and the changes she experienced after giving birth. Her comments come as paparazzi photographs and videos of the actor have drawn harsh reactions online, with some social media users comparing her postpartum appearance with how she looked earlier in her career.
Rather than focusing on returning to her old appearance, Kaif said her priorities have changed. For her, looking her best now starts with feeling her best.
Katrina Kaif reacts to changing beauty standards
Kaif recalled the pressure surrounding beauty when she began her modeling and acting career. She said there were many stereotypes about what women were expected to look like.
Today, she views beauty differently.
“Looking my best is really about feeling my best,” Kaif said, explaining that taking care of herself as a whole has become more important.
She linked that feeling to several aspects of her lifestyle, including maintaining a healthy diet, staying active, managing inflammation, meditating and spending time away from her phone. She also mentioned getting natural light in the morning as part of her routine.
For Kaif, the connection between health and appearance is straightforward: when she feels healthy, she believes that confidence naturally shows on the outside.
Her comments come at a time when celebrity appearances continue to receive intense scrutiny online. Paparazzi posts featuring Kaif have attracted comments about her postpartum body and appearance, with some users comparing recent images with photographs from earlier stages of her career.
Her skin changed after giving birth
Kaif also opened up about a specific physical change she noticed after pregnancy.
According to the actor, her skin became significantly more sensitive after giving birth. That made it difficult for her to determine which products were actually working for her.
She is now focusing on what she describes as deep cellular hydration, strengthening her skin barrier and keeping her skin calm and resilient.
Dermatologist Dr. Shireen Furtado, senior consultant in medical and cosmetic dermatology at Aster CMI Hospital, explained that postpartum hormonal changes, stress, sleep disruption and dehydration can affect the skin in different ways.
Skin may become drier, more sensitive, oilier or more prone to pigmentation after childbirth. Because of those changes, she advised new mothers to focus on basic skin health instead of trying to immediately recreate their pre-pregnancy appearance.
Kaif’s postpartum approach is more about self-care
For Kaif, the shift appears to be bigger than skincare. Motherhood has changed the way she defines looking good.
Instead of chasing a particular appearance, she is emphasizing health, balance and understanding what her body and skin need at a particular stage.
Furtado similarly recommends keeping postpartum skincare simple, with a gentle cleanser, moisturizer and broad-spectrum sunscreen as a starting point. She also cautions against unnecessary products, harsh scrubs, strong exfoliants and irritating fragrances when skin is sensitive.
Some ingredients, including retinoids, require particular caution during breastfeeding and should be discussed with a dermatologist before use.
Kaif's comments offer a different perspective on the pressure faced by women after childbirth, particularly public figures whose appearances are constantly photographed and discussed.
Her message is less about looking the way she did before motherhood and more about feeling comfortable in the person she is now. For an actor whose appearance has been part of public conversation throughout her career, that represents a noticeable shift in how she approaches beauty.