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If April showers bring May flowers, what does May bring? The answer, as it turns out: a slew of A+ celebrity style sightings. If we ignore the ginormous Met Gala-sized elephant in the room, there were still plenty of red carpets, premieres, and street style moments to pick from—not to mention a little film festival called Cannes. Have you heard of it? Ahead, swipe through to see who we think deserves a gold star in fashion for the month, and shop any looks that pique your interest.
Elsa Hosk
When: May 25
Where: The 2023 amfAR Cannes Gala at the Cannes Film Festival
Wearing: Helsa Studio Atelier
Why: I’ll be answering no further questions, as this look is quite literally too good for words.
Georgia Fowler
When: May 24
Where: The launch of the new Aston Martin DB1 in Cannes, France
Wearing: Jimmy Choo
Why: This is the perfect lesson in playing with silhouette and color.
Elsa Hosk
When: May 24
Where: The Cannes Film Festival
Wearing: Viktor & Rolf couture
Why: So nice we included her twice. This viral gown is giving Barbie vibes without the slightest hint of Barbiecore.
Leonie Hanne
When: May 23
Where: The premiere of Asteroid City at the Cannes Film Festival
Wearing: Custom Nicole + Felicia
Why: Hanne has been known for her red carpet looks at Cannes over the past few years, and 2023 did not disappoint.
Rachel Sennott
When: May 22
Where: The Idol premiere after-party at the Cannes Film Festival
Wearing: Patou
Why: Sennott is one of our favorite It girls (and young Hollywood stars), and this is one of our favorite looks we’ve seen her in yet. Comedians are the new fashion icons, people!
Suki Waterhouse
When: May 22
Where: Golden Goose’s HAUS of Dreamers in Venice, Italy
Wearing: Golden Goose
Why: A back-to-office outfit I’ll be copying ASAP.
Eva Herzigova
When: May 21
Where: The Kering Women in Motion Awards at the Cannes Film Festival
Wearing: Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello
Why: Sheer done right.
Kourtney Kardashian Barker
When: May 19
Where: New York City
Wearing: Carhartt
Why: KKB was spotted wearing not one, but two different pairs of overalls over the course of two days in NYC. Keep them coming!
When: May 18
Where: The Today Show in NYC
Wearing: A Bandolier phone case and Jacquemus bag
Why: Amid the drama, she is dressed to impress.
Phoebe Waller-Bridge
When: May 18
Where: The premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny at the Cannes Film Festival
Wearing: Aspinal of London
Why: Never not thinking about Fleabag.
Maggie Rogers
When: May 18
Where: Celebrating the launch of Saks x Dôen in NYC
Wearing: Dôen
Why: If you need me, I’ll be in front of the mirror practicing this coy soft smile.
When: May 15
Where: The Cannes Film Festival
Wearing: Aspinal of London
Why: When the hair matches the dress.
Nathalie Emmanuel
When: May 15
Where: Promoting Fast and Furious X in Rome, Italy
Wearing: Fendi
Why: What would you call this color—key lime? Pistachio? Whatever it is, she looks incredible.
When: May 11
Where: The opening of Veuve Clicquot’s Soltaire Culture in London
Wearing: A Khaite dress and Jimmy Choo heels
Why: Suddenly I want the skinny scarf to come back.
When: May 9
Where: NYC
Wearing: Jaded London
Why: This is corporate attire, right?
Rihanna
When: May 5
Where: NYC
Wearing: Loewe
Why: Um, it’s Rih. She will always own pregnancy style.
When: May 3
Where: NYC
Wearing: Bottega Veneta
Why: When in NYC, rock its trademark color.
Meg is the Associate Fashion Commerce Editor at ELLE.com where she researches trends, tests products, and looks for answers to all your burning questions. She also co-writes a monthly column, Same Same But Different. Meg has previously written for Cosmopolitan and Town & Country. Her passions include travel, buffalo sauce, and sustainability. She will never stop hoping for a One Direction reunion tour.
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