A-listers graced the Cannes Film Festival 2024 with panache in creations from the world’s most prestigious jewellery houses
As the world of cinema descended upon the French Riviera for the 77th Cannes Film Festival, the red carpet transformed into a dazzling showcase of the finest jewellery, with stars, embodying the nomenclature, shining ever-so brightly. This year, the festival’s attendees adorned themselves with exquisite pieces that radiated with show-stopping elegance and opulence.
Yara Alnamlah in Chaumet
Saudi entrepreneur and friend of Chaumet Yara Alnamlah ascended the famous steps of Le Palais des Festival wearing some of Chaumet’s iconic creations. The Blé necklace from the Le Jardin de Chaumet High Jewellery collection, Déferlante earrings from the Ondes et Merveilles High Jewellery collection, and Epi de Blé ring from the Jardins collection all stood out against her minimalistic black number.
Helena Christensen in Pomellato
Pomellato’s timeless elegance was personified by former Victoria’s Secret Angel and Nylon magazine co-founder, Helena Christensen. She graced the red carpet of Cannes Film Festival 2024 adorned in a stunning rose gold gourmette necklace. The pièce de résistance was a 10-carat rectangular-cut indigolite stone, encircled by a chain pavéd with 203 indigolites and nearly 2,000 diamonds. The piece was complemented by a matching ring and earrings.
Noel Robinson in Chopard
Noel Robinson commanded the red carpet, exuding unparalleled luxury with his L.U.C Heritage Grand Cru timepiece, fashioned in ethical 18k white gold and adorned with baguette-cut diamonds. Adding to his sartorial splendour, he wore a stunning necklace, also in 18k white gold, set with pear-shaped diamonds totalling 37.70 carats, and a dazzling diamond sautoir featuring 37.28 carats.
Bruna Biancardi in Chopard
Brazilian model Bruna Biancardi dazzled in a necklace from Chopard’s Haute Joaillerie Collection, crafted in ethical 18k white gold and showcasing a breathtaking 123.18-carat pear-shaped rubellite, set with 65.24 carats of diamonds. Her look was further elevated with diamond rings from the Precious Lace and L’Heure du Diamant Collection.
Alton Mason in Messika
Model Alton Mason epitomised contemporary elegance, donning jewellery from French diamond brand Messika. He shone in one of the Maison’s most iconic creations: a three-row So Move necklace in white gold, with a diamond-frosted linked chain, famous for its diamonds that seem to float within the links.
Emmanuelle Béart in Chopard
French actress Emmanuelle Béart illuminated the scene in a pair of earrings from Chopard’s Haute Joaillerie Collection. These titanium masterpieces were adorned with pear-shaped emeralds totalling 34.88 carats, cushion-shaped diamonds weighing 21.49 carats, and brilliant-cut diamonds. Her look was further enhanced by two stunning diamond rings.
Raphael Quenard in Cartier
French actor Raphael Guenard exuded almost matrix-like charms as he donned Cartier’s latest masterpiece, the Panthère eyewear. These sunglasses, distinguished by their gradient red tint and rectangular silhouette with curved edges, added an edge to his suited look. Complementing this striking accessory were the Love earrings in 18k yellow gold adorned with diamonds, and the Baignoire de Cartier small model watch in 18k yellow gold, with a saphir, veal leather strap. To complete the ensemble, Guenard wore the timeless Trinity ring, a fusion of 18k white, yellow, and pink gold, set with diamonds.
Han So Hee in Boucheron
The first Korean global ambassador of Boucheron, Han So-hee, stepped into the spotlight in a collier from the Power of Couture collection. The choice was nothing short of perfection—the white gold necklace, inspired by delicate nature motifs, showcases an intricate arrangement of diamond-set leaves and drops that cascade gracefully in a symmetrical pattern. This stunning piece complemented her ethereal dress, both shimmering with otherworldly elegance.
