Julia Garner in Gucci at Cannes 2025 • CelebMafia

Julia Garner opened Cannes 2025 in Gucci, blending Old Hollywood mystique with modern playfulness, styled by Elizabeth Saltzman for a Vanity Fair lunch moment.

Cannes, May 13, 2025 — Julia Garner arrived on the Croisette and immediately reminded us how to do red carpet daywear right. Ditching the overly ornate for something quietly commanding, she stepped out in a black suede Gucci halterneck dress adorned with the house’s iconic horsebit detail — a subtle nod to the brand’s equestrian roots.

But here’s where it got interesting: accessories. Styled by Elizabeth Saltzman, Julia’s pairing of the Gucci Small GG Marmont leather shoulder bag in a surprising jolt of yellow added just the right amount of personality. Her Khaite x Oliver Peoples 1969C oval sunglasses lent a vintage air, almost whispering “Old Hollywood,” while the bamboo-heeled Gucci sandals grounded the look in modern luxury.

The occasion? A Vanity Fair lunch on opening day, where her presence — and her look — felt like a soft but certain fashion flex. No spectacle, no overstatement. Just the kind of elegance that builds momentum.

If you remember that emerald Gucci from Cannes 2023, then you know: Julia’s playing the long game, and she’s doing it with style to spare.

What are your thoughts on Julia Garner’s evolving style at Cannes? Do you see her becoming a long-term fashion icon, or is this just a strong season? Let us know!

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