Janhvi Kapoor to Bella Hadid—the best-dressed stars of the week wore all black

Bella Hadid’s after-hours Cannes look was a quiet masterclass in French-girl minimalism. Swapping her red carpet Saint Laurent gown for a sleek head-to-toe Jacquemus ensemble, she stepped out in a square-neck black dress paired with tiny sunglasses, a ladylike top-handle bag, and sharp kitten heels—all straight from the Spring 2025 runway. It was a look that felt entirely in tune with the Riviera’s after-dark rhythm.

For a recent award function, Tamannaah Bhatia leaned into the season’s affinity for black with a striking Manish Malhotra creation. Her sculpted blazer gown, layered over a corset, brought sharp tailoring to the red carpet, offset by soft drapes that moved with ease. A classic vintage-style brooch added a touch of retro elegance, while sky-high stilettos and minimal styling kept the look modern. It was equal parts power and poise, proving once again her knack for standout red-carpet choices.

Others joined the black brigade too—Tania Shroff in a glinting, embellished saree, Mindy Kaling in a sharp LBD, and Kim Kardashian in vintage John Galliano, choosing a Spring ’95 gown with sculpted hips and a soft train. Each interpretation brought a different rhythm to black—sleek, structured, or theatrical. Whether rooted in tradition or pulled from the archives, this week’s fashion proved what we’ve always known—when done with intent, black always stands out.