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Heidi Klum stuns in a racy black mesh gown as she joins glamorou stars at the amfAR Gala during Cannes Film Festival

Heidi Klum stuns in a racy black mesh gown as she joins glamorou stars at the amfAR Gala during Cannes Film Festival

It’s the H๏τtest ticket in town during the Cannes Film Festival.

And H๏τel du Cap-Eden-Roc provided the five-star backdrop as the best film and fashion stars converged for the annual amfAR Cannes Gala on Thursday. 

Leading the way at the star-studded event was Heidi Klum, Lauren Sanchez, Paris Jackson and Leomie Anderson, who all looked very glamorous as they posed for a sea of cameras. 

Model Heidi, 51, flaunted her incredible figure in a racy black strapless mesh gown, with a large feather coat around her arms and trailing behind her.

Lauren, 55, put on a very busty display in a shimmering figure-hugging blue and silver gown, while Paris, 27, put on a leggy display in a revealing mesh gown. 

Meanwhile, Barbara Palvin, 31, wowed in a white wedding dress like frock, which featured a plunging neckline and a daring thigh-high split.

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Heidi Klum stunned in a racy black mesh gown as she joined glamorous Barbara Palvin and Teri Hatcher at the star-studded amfAR Gala during the 78th Cannes Film Festival Lauren flashed her dazzling white smile Paris opted for a risky mesh ensemble Leomie stole the show in a stunning yellow gown

Heidi Klum stuns in a racy black mesh gown as she joins glamorous Lauren Sanchez, Paris Jackson and Leomie Anderson at the star-studded amfAR Gala during the 78th Cannes Film Festiva

The model, 51, put on a busty display in a racy black strapless mesh gown, with a large feather coat around her arms and trailing behind her

The model, 51, put on a busty display in a racy black strapless mesh gown, with a large feather coat around her arms and trailing behind her

Teri Hatcher, 60, opted for a classic black figure-hugging gown, with a daring thigh-high split and pointed toe heels.

Model Leomie Anderson showed off her jaw-dropping figure in a plunging yellow cut-out gown, and completed the look with black heels and gold jewellery.

Elsewhere, Coco Rocha turned heads as she arrived in a red oriental-inspired gown, with a matching cape around her shoulders.

The Canadian model, 36, oozed confidence as she posed for a sea of cameras at the lavish event.

Ed Westwick and Amy Jackson opted for matching black ensembles and looked more loved-up than ever after welcoming their first child together.

Elena Perminova appeared to flout Cannes Film Festival’s new ‘decency’ rules as she went braless in a daring look for the amfAR Gala.

The star-studded festival has seen its A-list guests wear ɴuᴅᴇ fashion looks on its red carpets in recent years, but stringent new rules have been enforced this year banning nudity.

However, Russian model Elena, 38, appeared to ignore the regulations as she opted to go braless while joining the annual fundraising event, which is a staple at Cannes.

She elevated her height in strappy black heels and kept jewellery to a minimum with a bare chest and diamond earrings

She elevated her height in strappy black heels and kept jewellery to a minimum with a bare chest and diamond earrings 

Heidi's blonde locks were styled in a glamorous blowdry

Heidi’s blonde locks were styled in a glamorous blowdry 

She later posed with her husband Tom Kaulitz, 35, at the lavish event

She later posed with her husband Tom Kaulitz, 35, at the lavish event

Lauren, 55, was on the verge of a naughty wardrobe malfunction as she nearly spilled out of strapless gown

Lauren, 55, was on the verge of a naughty wardrobe malfunction as she nearly spilled out of strapless gown

The former TV star had on a racy silver gown with a sweetheart neckline that appeared a size too small

The former TV star had on a racy silver gown with a sweetheart neckline that appeared a size too small

Her chest was nearly squeezed out of the little frock that had a magical mermaid finish. Sanchez seemed to notice that one side of the gown was dipping too low for comfort as she placed her long hair over that portion when on the carpet The brunette beauty went lighter than usual on the makeup as she showed off a fresh St Tropez tan with sparkly diamond jewelry that included her mᴀssive engagement ring from fiance Jeff Bezos

Her chest was nearly squeezed out of the little frock that had a magical mermaid finish. Sanchez seemed to notice that one side of the gown was dipping too low for comfort as she placed her long hair over that portion when on the carpet

That was a savvy move as it would help exposure in case the top fell down any more

That was a savvy move as it would help exposure in case the top fell down any more

She later posed with soon-to-be husband Jeff Bezos

She later posed with soon-to-be husband Jeff Bezos 

The pair looked more loved-up than ever

The pair looked more loved-up than ever 

Paris appeared to flout Cannes Film Festival's new 'decency' rules in a very revealing mesh dress

Paris appeared to flout Cannes Film Festival’s new ‘decency’ rules in a very revealing mesh dress

The star-studded festival has seen its A-list guests wear ɴuᴅᴇ fashion looks on its red carpets in recent years, but stringent new rules have been enforced this year banning nudity

The star-studded festival has seen its A-list guests wear ɴuᴅᴇ fashion looks on its red carpets in recent years, but stringent new rules have been enforced this year banning nudity 

She elevated her outfit with a pair of ɴuᴅᴇ heels and accessorised with silver jewellery

She elevated her outfit with a pair of ɴuᴅᴇ heels and accessorised with silver jewellery

Paris pulled her blonde locks into a stylish updo and a finished off her look with a swipe of satin red lipstick

Paris pulled her blonde locks into a stylish updo and a finished off her look with a swipe of satin red lipstick

Model Leomie Anderson showed off her jaw-dropping figure in a plunging yellow cut-out gown She looked radiant in stunning pictures from the event

Model Leomie Anderson showed off her jaw-dropping figure in a plunging yellow cut-out gown

Barbara Palvin, 31, wowed in a white wedding dress like frock, which featured a plunging neckline and a daring thigh-high split

Barbara Palvin, 31, wowed in a white wedding dress like frock, which featured a plunging neckline and a daring thigh-high split

She sported a flawless makeup look, with a smokey-eye and swipe of ɴuᴅᴇ lipstick

She sported a flawless makeup look, with a smokey-eye and swipe of ɴuᴅᴇ lipstick 

Barbara showcased her bold gown from all angles at he picturesque venue

Barbara showcased her bold gown from all angles at he picturesque venue 

The gala is the H๏τtest ticket in town during the Cannes Film Festival

The gala is the H๏τtest ticket in town during the Cannes Film Festival 

Teri Hatcher, 60, opted for a classic black figure-hugging gown, with a daring thigh-high split and pointed toe heels

Teri Hatcher, 60, opted for a classic black figure-hugging gown, with a daring thigh-high split and pointed toe heels

Desperate Housewives star Teri accessorised with a dazzling diamond necklace and a black clutch bag

Desperate Housewives star Teri accessorised with a dazzling diamond necklace and a black clutch bag

Her short brunette tresses were styled in waves and she sported a soft blush makeup look

Her short brunette tresses were styled in waves and she sported a soft blush makeup look

Coco Rocha turned heads in a red oriental-inspired gown as she leads the stars at the amfAR Gala

Coco Rocha turned heads in a red oriental-inspired gown as she leads the stars at the amfAR Gala 

H๏τel du Cap-Eden-Roc provided the five-star backdrop as the best film and fashion stars converged for the annual amfAR Cannes Gala

H๏τel du Cap-Eden-Roc provided the five-star backdrop as the best film and fashion stars converged for the annual amfAR Cannes Gala

The Canadian model, 36, oozed confidence as she posed for a sea of cameras at the lavish event

The Canadian model, 36, oozed confidence as she posed for a sea of cameras at the lavish event

Elena Perminova appeared to flout Cannes Film Festival 's new 'decency' rules as she went braless in a daring look for the amfAR Gala

Elena Perminova appeared to flout Cannes Film Festival ‘s new ‘decency’ rules as she went braless in a daring look for the amfAR Gala 

However, Russian model Elena, 38, appeared to ignore the regulations banning nudity as she opted to go braless while joining the annual fundraising event, which is a staple at Cannes

However, Russian model Elena, 38, appeared to ignore the regulations banning nudity as she opted to go braless while joining the annual fundraising event, which is a staple at Cannes

She showed off her incredible figure in a white strapped dress with a completely sheer bodice with cherub sтιтching over her chest

She showed off her incredible figure in a white strapped dress with a completely sheer bodice with cherub sтιтching over her chest

Elena swept a feathered shawl over her arms and added to her frame with a pair of peep-toe heels She toted her essentials in a small white handbag with a circular gold handle as she confidently strutted her stuff on the carpet

Elena swept a feathered shawl over her arms and added to her frame with a pair of peep-toe heels

Elena slicked her blonde tresses back into a тιԍнт up-do and added to her striking features with a bronzed make-up palette

Elena slicked her blonde tresses back into a тιԍнт up-do and added to her striking features with a bronzed make-up palette 

Ed Westwick and Amy Jackson opted for matching black ensembles

Ed Westwick and Amy Jackson opted for matching black ensembles

The Gossip Girl star, 37, packed on the PDA with his model wife, 33, as they proved they are going as strong as ever

The Gossip Girl star, 37, packed on the PDA with his model wife, 33, as they proved they are going as strong as ever

For the fundraising event, Ed cut a suave figure in a black suit, and white shirt, which he styled with a pair of smart black loafers with gold clasps

For the fundraising event, Ed cut a suave figure in a black suit, and white shirt, which he styled with a pair of smart black loafers with gold clasps

Amy showed off her figure in a simple but classy black gown, and accessorised with a diamond necklace, bracelet and earrings

Amy showed off her figure in a simple but classy black gown, and accessorised with a diamond necklace, bracelet and earrings

Her brunette tresses were styled in a neat bun and she sported a flawless bronzed makeup look

Her brunette tresses were styled in a neat bun and she sported a flawless bronzed makeup look

Ed and Amy, who got married in August of last year, couldn't keep their hands of each other as they sweetly shared a kiss

Ed and Amy, who got married in August of last year, couldn’t keep their hands of each other as they sweetly shared a kiss 

Michelle Rodriguez put on a glamorous display in a plunging shimmering purple Elie Saab gown She put on an animated display on the red carpet

Michelle Rodriguez put on a glamorous display in a plunging shimmering purple Elie Saab gown

The actress waved to onlookers at the event

The actress waved to onlookers at the event 

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She showed off her incredible figure in a white strapped dress with a completely sheer bodice with cherub sтιтching over her chest, and swept a feathered shawl over her arms.

The day before the event began, the Cannes Film Festival released a shocking dress code for its participants.

The new rules, devised for ‘the sake of decency,’ were implemented as French director Amélie Bonnin’s Leave One Day opened the ceremony.

‘For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as in any other area of the festival,’ read its official rule book.

‘Voluminous outfits, in particular those with a large train, that hinder the proper flow of traffic of guests and complicate seating in the theater are not permitted.

‘The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules.’

The annual AmfAR Gala in Cannes helps support the Foundation for AIDS Research by raising money and awareness for the important organisation.

This year’s Cannes Film Festival is taking place in the wake of Trump´s vow to enact tariffs on international films.

Cannes, where filmmakers, sales agents and journalists gather from around the world, is the Olympics of the big screen, with its own golden prize, the Palme d’Or, to give out at the end.

Filmmakers come from nearly every corner of the globe to showcase their films while dealmakers work through the night to sell finished films or packaged productions to various territories.

Adrien Brody and Georgina Chapman dressed to impress as they hit the black carpet arm-in-arm

Adrien Brody and Georgina Chapman dressed to impress as they hit the black carpet arm-in-arm

The couple packed on the PDA for the cameras

The couple packed on the PDA for the cameras

Emma Thynn flaunted her toned physique in a shimmering bandeau thigh-split dress

Emma Thynn flaunted her toned physique in a shimmering bandeau thigh-split dress 

Izabel Goulart's eye-catching red Zuhair Murad SS25 Couture gown blew in the wind as she made a bold arrival at the event

Izabel Goulart’s eye-catching red Zuhair Murad SS25 Couture gown blew in the wind as she made a bold arrival at the event 

Georgia Fowler looked elegant in a satin white gown, with strappy black heels

Georgia Fowler looked elegant in a satin white gown, with strappy black heels 

Hayley Hᴀsselhoff opted for a dramatic black satin gown, with long matching gloves

Hayley Hᴀsselhoff opted for a dramatic black satin gown, with long matching gloves 

Leonie Hanne showcased her impeccable sense of style in a ʙuттer yellow satin gown, with a fur shawl around her arms She accessorised with dramatic diamond drop earrings

Leonie Hanne showcased her impeccable sense of style in a ʙuттer yellow satin gown, with a fur shawl around her arms

Lady Kitty Spencer put on a chic display in a white lace maxi dress, with black underwear underneatht

Lady Kitty Spencer put on a chic display in a white lace maxi dress, with black underwear underneatht

But Trump sent shock waves through Hollywood and the international film community when he announced on May 4 that all movies ‘produced in Foreign Lands’ will face 100 per cent tariffs.

The White House has said no final decisions have been made. Options being explored include federal incentives for US-based productions, rather than tariffs.

This year, some of the first-time filmmakers at Cannes are already particularly well-known.

Kristen Stewart (The Chronology of Water), Scarlett Johansson (Eleanor the Great) and Harris Dickinson (Urchin) have all unveiled their feature directorial debuts in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard sidebar section.

Many Cannes veterans have returned, including Tom Cruise (Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning), Robert De Niro – who received an honorary Palme d´Or 49 years after Taxi Driver premiered in Cannes – and Quentin Tarantino, who paid tribute to low-budget Western director George Sherman.

Over recent years, the star-studded extravaganza has arguably won more attention for the outfits worn by its celebrity guests than the roster of feature films being screened on the Croisette.

But new nudity rules, devised for ‘the sake of decency’, have been implemented at this year’s festival.

According to organisers, the austere move is an attempt to stifle the celebrity trend for ‘naked dresses’ – namely provocative outfits that reveal considerably more than they conceal – on the red carpet.

James Franco and Izabel Pakzad appeared in high spirits as they posed for snaps together

James Franco and Izabel Pakzad appeared in high spirits as they posed for snaps together

Izabel put on a very busty display in a plunging black lace corset with a maxi skirt

Izabel put on a very busty display in a plunging black lace corset with a maxi skirt

Natasha Poly went braless under a chic white satin gown

Natasha Poly went braless under a chic white satin gown

The Russian model struck a sultry pose for the cameras

The Russian model struck a sultry pose for the cameras

Hofit Golan stood out in an eye-catching blue shimmering gown

Hofit Golan stood out in an eye-catching blue shimmering gown 

She later posed with pal Kimberly Guilfoyle, who looked red H๏τ in a fiery lace dress

She later posed with pal Kimberly Guilfoyle, who looked red H๏τ in a fiery lace dress

Hofit, Jessica Vargas, Jason Oppenheim and Emma Hernan posed for a group sH๏τ

Hofit, Jessica Vargas, Jason Oppenheim and Emma Hernan posed for a group sH๏τ

Jessica and Jason looked happier than ever as they struck up a series of loved-up poses on the red carpet

Jessica and Jason looked happier than ever as they struck up a series of loved-up poses on the red carpet

Jessica turned heads in a busty white gown adorned with delicate silver embellishments that highlighted her incredible figure

Jessica turned heads in a busty white gown adorned with delicate silver embellishments that highlighted her incredible figure

She styled her auburn locks in an elegant updo, leaving two strands to frame her face, and completed her look with a swipe of dark pink lipstick

She styled her auburn locks in an elegant updo, leaving two strands to frame her face, and completed her look with a swipe of dark pink lipstick

Selling Sunset star Emma put on a busty display under a sheer ɴuᴅᴇ maxi dress

Selling Sunset star Emma put on a busty display under a sheer ɴuᴅᴇ maxi dress

Tonya Lewis Lee and Spike Lee put on an animated display for the cameras

Tonya Lewis Lee and Spike Lee put on an animated display for the cameras

Victoria Silvstedt barely contained her modesty in a тιԍнт fitting black sheer gown

Victoria Silvstedt barely contained her modesty in a тιԍнт fitting black sheer gown

Victoria appeared to make a quick outfit change before dinner

Victoria appeared to make a quick outfit change before dinner

Daria Yanina showcased her unique blue mesh dress, with jewels covering her modesty Daria Yanina showcased her unique blue mesh dress, with jewels covering her modesty

showcased her unique blue mesh dress, with jewels covering her modesty

Colman Domingo stood out in a black tie-up Valentino jacket and matching trousers, which were both embellished with red gems

Colman Domingo stood out in a black tie-up Valentino jacket and matching trousers, which were both embellished with red gems 

Adam Lambert arrived in a snakeskin black shirt, teamed with a blazer and wide-leg trousers

Adam Lambert arrived in a snakeskin black shirt, teamed with a blazer and wide-leg trousers 

Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton cut a dapper figure in a black tuxedo Ian Bohen also dressed in a smart tuxedo

Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton cut a dapper figure in a black tuxedo

Duran Duran looked stylish for the A-list event

Duran Duran looked stylish for the A-list event

The group were joined by their glamorous partners

The group were joined by their glamorous partners 

Simon Le Bon and wife Yasmin wore matching white blazers

Simon Le Bon and wife Yasmin wore matching white blazers

Kevin Spacey was also in attendance

Kevin Spacey was also in attendance 

April Love Geary and Robin Thicke made an appearance at the Cannes event

April Love Geary and Robin Thicke made an appearance at the Cannes event

Nada Kamani and Umar Kamani looked loved-up at the event

Nada Kamani and Umar Kamani looked loved-up at the event

Josh Flagg and Laura Z. Wᴀsserman flashed their dazzling white smiles for the paparazzi

Josh Flagg and Laura Z. Wᴀsserman flashed their dazzling white smiles for the paparazzi 

Charlotte Jones Anderson, Michelle Rodriguez and Mariska Hargitay had a catch up inside

Charlotte Jones Anderson, Michelle Rodriguez and Mariska Hargitay had a catch up inside 

The annual AmfAR Gala in Cannes helps support the Foundation for AIDS Research by raising money and awareness for the important organisation

The annual AmfAR Gala in Cannes helps support the Foundation for AIDS Research by raising money and awareness for the important organisation

Inside the luxurious gala dinner

Inside the luxurious gala dinner 

‘For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as any other area of the festival,’ states a Cannes festival document.

‘The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules.’

It’s understood that the iconic venue now adopts a more conservative dress code, with suits, dinner jackets and floor-length evening gowns generally favoured over headline grabbing ensembles.

Classic little black dresses, cocktail dresses, pant-suits, dressy tops and elegant sandals, ‘with or without a heel’, will also be permitted.

While the decision to implement a more stringent policy will be a first, it is not known if French TV broadcasters, wary of airing nudity, played a role in its enforcement.

Major red carpet events, including the Cannes Film Festival, are aired in France by France Télévisions.

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