‘Gucci goes desi': Alia Bhatt stuns in brand's first-ever saree, drenched in Swarovski at Cannes closing
Alia Bhatt gave us a couture moment at Cannes, wearing Gucci's first-ever saree as their global brand ambassador. After headlining two Met Galas, her Cannes debut was long overdue, and she made the most of her two days in the French Riviera. From the Schiaparelli floral-detailed mermaid-cut gown to the Armani Privé Fall 2025 look, Alia's looks made global headlines. On May 24, as the 78th Cannes Film Festival came to a close, the Heart of Stone actor arrived draped in silver mesh fabric, adorned with Swarovski crystals and featuring Gucci's signature GG logo.
Also read: Alia Bhatt is a bejewelled beauty in blue for her second Cannes look, attends award night
For the closing ceremony, Alia was joined by celebrities like, Halle Berry, Payal Kapadia, Jeremy Strong,Dieudo Hamadi and more. The Rocky and Rani star chose a lehenga-style drape from the Italian luxury house that took a bold step in blending Indian tradition with their signature style for the final look. Unlike a traditional saree, the outfit didn't have any pleats and was drenched in small Swarovski crystals stitched to the side and centre. She paired the look with a matching deep-neck blouse and a figure-hugging skirt in a nude hue. The matching dupatta, draped over her shoulder, was spread to the side, adding drama. Unlike her previous two looks, this time her makeup was bolder, with winged eyeliner, dewy cheeks, and a nude lip. She sealed the look with a Chopard diamond necklace and let her hair flow freely.
not alia bhatt wearing the first ever gucci saree at the cannes film festival 😭 pic.twitter.com/nCbEZVneaR
— 🧚♀️ (@softiealiaa) May 24, 2025
alia bhatt wears first ever custom gucci saree at the 78th cannes film festival ✨️#AliaBhatt #Cannes2025pic.twitter.com/OTh7TH4TVU
— anika (@HereforAliaBe) May 24, 2025
Also read: Alia Bhatt's debut Cannes look goes viral ahead of her red carpet appearance, see photo
Earlier in the day, Alia dropped some major vintage glamour in a mustard yellow Gucci outfit, slaying French fashion with an old Hollywood vibe. Posing by the sea, wearing a pencil skirt, paired with a cropped bustier, she dropped a string of photos on her Instagram handle, captioning the mood with emojis. To complete the look, she added a matching cropped jacket, floral printed silk scarf and a pair of sunglasses. For the day, she opted for yet another minimal makeup look styled by Rhea Kapoor.
alia bhatt channelizing vintage gucci for the 78th cannes film festival pic.twitter.com/v9TB7HId2U
— hourly Alia (@AliaHourly) May 24, 2025
In between her two big Cannes Red Carpet appearances, Alia also attended a L'Oréal event as their ambassador, honouring the women's voice initiative. She wore a strapless black strapless gown by Armani Privé, with a bejewelled neckline and matching headpiece. Her hair pulled back, with no accessories and just a diamond ring, it was elegant and clean. After keeping her Cannes arrival a secret until the last moment, Alia Bhatt stunned in a mermaid-style gown from Schiaparelli's Spring 2025 Couture collection on May 23. The off-shoulder dress featured a sweetheart neckline, intricate floral detailing, and a corset-style bodice. She kept her makeup soft and her hair pulled back in a neat bun, accessorising only with pearl earrings and a diamond ring.
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