• Cannes Film Festival now prohibits nudity on the red carpet and at the event.
• The updated dress code reflects concerns over recent trends in sheer dresses.
• Voluminous outfits that obstruct guest flow are also banned.
• Traditionally, black tie and evening wear are required for premieres.
• The festival kicks off with its new regulations in place.

The Cannes Film Festival, known for its highly controlled red carpet, has officially updated its dress code to prohibit nudity in any area of the festival, stating, “nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as in any other area of the festival.” This decision comes as a response to the popularity of sheer and suggestive dresses seen at other events, such as the recent Grammys, according to Le Monde and HuffPost.

Cannes organizers clarified that the aim of this policy is not to regulate fashion choices broadly but to ensure compliance with "the institutional framework of the event and French law.” Additionally, they have prohibited "voluminous outfits, in particular those with a large train," to ensure proper traffic flow at the venue, according to SFGate, Le Monde, and HuffPost.

Traditionally, the Cannes red carpet requires evening attire, including black tie for men and formal dresses for women, with strict adherence to these guidelines due to its prestigious status. This year, notable celebrities like Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner, who have previously pushed the boundaries of Cannes' dress code, will need to comply with the new regulations, which come as a shift towards more conservative expectations, as reported by SFGate and HuffPost.

The festival kicks off with these updated rules aimed at maintaining decorum and order during one of the most watched events in the film industry, according to Le Monde, HuffPost, and SFGate.