Hollywood stars embrace daring black fashion with sheer fabrics and bold slits at major events

A wave of Hollywood celebrities made bold fashion statements this week, stepping onto red carpets across the globe in daring black ensembles. Lindsay Lohan, Halsey, and Brooks Nader led the trend, showcasing revealing designs featuring sheer materials and thigh-high slits. The stars opted for risqué looks that pushed boundaries at premieres, galas, and fashion events from Cannes to Milan.

The fashion choices ranged from leather two-piece outfits to completely transparent gowns, with many celebrities choosing to challenge traditional red carpet dress codes. Several attendees at the Cannes Film Festival specifically defied the event’s new 2025 guidelines banning sheer dresses for decency reasons. Despite the restrictions, multiple A-list stars embraced the controversial style, generating significant attention on social media platforms.

Lindsay Lohan commands attention in leather ensemble at Gucci event

The actress turned heads at the GucciCore: Gucci Cruise 2027 event wearing a striking two-piece leather outfit. The matching set featured a high-necked jacket paired with a skirt that included a dramatic thigh-high slit, perfectly showcasing her toned legs. Lohan accessorized the bold look with gold jewelry and a black purse, while keeping her makeup natural and understated.

The “Parent Trap” star shared photos from the evening on Instagram, where fans immediately flooded the comments section with enthusiastic praise. One admirer wrote, “Could you imagine looking this amazing,” while another enthusiastically added, “Oh she did NOT come to play.” The outfit demonstrated Lohan’s continued evolution as a fashion risk-taker at high-profile industry events.

Cannes Film Festival witnesses multiple dress code violations

Helena Christensen broke Cannes Film Festival protocols when she arrived at the “Amarga Navidad” screening in a backless sheer black dress. The Danish model’s gown featured a plunging neckline lined with black velvet that transitioned into completely transparent fabric with black lace detailing. The design gave viewers a glimpse of her high-waisted black underwear beneath the sheer material.

She minimized accessories and opted for a natural hair and makeup approach, allowing the controversial dress to serve as the focal point. Despite the festival’s new 2025 dress code explicitly banning nudity and sheer garments, several attendees chose to overlook the restrictions. Christensen posted red carpet photos on Instagram, where fans called her the “most beautiful woman in the world” and “absolutely stunning.”

Brooks Nader distinguished herself at the amfAR Gala wearing a black Zuhair Murad creation. The “Love Thy Nader” star selected a sheer black floor-length gown with a plunging halter neckline. She kept accessories minimal with just two rings and styled her hair in a loose updo. Her makeup featured a dark smoky eye with dramatic lashes and a defined nude lip.

Halsey also defied Cannes regulations at the “Her Private Hell” screening. The Grammy Award-nominated singer wore a sleeveless sheer black dress with a layered, ruffled skirt featuring lace designs, paired with a black bodysuit underneath. She complemented the ensemble with dark makeup and accessorized her curly hair with a headband.

Fashion shows and award ceremonies showcase additional bold looks

Julianne Hough stunned at the Gracie Awards in a black dress featuring a halter neckline and keyhole cutout at the chest center. The “Dancing with the Stars” host’s outfit included a tight bodice with multiple horizontal cutouts and a loose skirt with a thigh-high slit. She wore minimal accessories and styled her signature blonde hair in a short bob.

Marion Cotillard joined the list of Cannes dress code violators at the “Roma Elastica” premiere. The actress walked the red carpet in a sheer black crochet Schiaparelli dress with a full-coverage fringe train. She styled her hair in a deep side part and kept accessories minimal, including only dangling earrings and a ring.

Emily Blunt attended the Louis Vuitton fashion show in New York wearing a distinctive ensemble. The “A Quiet Place” actress chose a cropped jacket with exaggerated shoulders and a bold black-and-white plaid pattern, paired with matching high-waisted trousers. She wore her hair in a slick back bun and opted for natural makeup with pink lipstick.

International stars embrace sheer and revealing designs

Penélope Cruz arrived at the “La Bola Negra” premiere at Cannes in a revealing black one-shoulder Chanel dress. The garment featured areas with sheer fabric and a thigh-high slit highlighting her toned legs. Feather embellishments adorned her hip and shoulder, while she kept accessories minimal with just earrings and a ring. Cruz opted for natural makeup and styled her short hair in a side part.

Tara Reid made her red carpet return at Cannes following her November hospitalization, appearing at “The Birthday Party” premiere. The actress wore a one-shoulder black dress featuring a large white flower embellishment on her shoulder, with white fabric flowing down to form a cape trailing behind her. She styled her hair in a high bun and chose dramatic makeup with bold lashes and a dark smoky eye. Reid accessorized with multiple bracelets and a statement necklace.

• Irina Shayk stepped out in Milan wearing a fully sheer black gown with intricate lace designs, paired with black knee-length socks and pointed heels
• Christina Aguilera arrived at The Abbey’s 35th anniversary celebration in a black bodysuit with plunging neckline and sheer mesh panels
• Eva Longoria attended the Global Gift Gala at Cannes in a sequined black and white dress with plunging halter neckline
• Heidi Klum wore a brown figure-hugging corset dress with sheer mesh cutouts at the Killian Beach Club after party

Supermodels and singers complete the bold fashion trend

Irina Shayk embraced full transparency in Milan, Italy, wearing a completely sheer black gown with intricate lace designs that revealed her black undergarments. The Russian model paired the flowing gown with black knee-length socks, black pointed heels, and a black clutch. She styled her hair in a slick back bun and opted for natural makeup except for bold red lipstick.

Christina Aguilera made a powerful statement at The Abbey’s 35th anniversary celebration in West Hollywood. The Grammy Award-winning singer posed in a black bodysuit featuring a plunging neckline with sheer mesh on the sides and ruffles on the neck and torso. She paired the bodysuit with a black lace bra visible through the plunging neckline, black hot pants, sheer black tights, and black leather gloves.

Eva Longoria commanded attention at the Global Gift Gala during the Cannes Film Festival in a sparkly dual-toned creation. The “Desperate Housewives” star wore a sequined black and white dress with a plunging halter neckline and thigh-high slit. She accessorized heavily with a bracelet, rings, a statement necklace, and dangling earrings. Longoria styled her hair straight and parted down the middle with bold eye makeup and subtle lipstick.

Heidi Klum attended the Killian Beach Club after party in a revealing brown figure-hugging corset dress. The German supermodel’s outfit featured a scalloped neckline with sheer mesh cutouts on the sides, plus a thigh-high slit and ruching at the hip. Klum styled the dress with pointed high-heeled shoes and multiple diamond rings. She shared photos and videos from the evening on Instagram, including shots with husband Tom Kaulitz, captioning the post “Party time with my Love.” The supermodel also attended the amfAR Gala at Cannes in a dramatic black ballgown, continuing her week of bold fashion choices.