The 78th Cannes Film Festival is officially underway, and the famed red carpet has once again become a stage for cinematic icons and style savants alike. France’s Riviera has transformed into a parade of flashbulbs and fanfare, and while the gowns may draw gasps, it’s Hollywood’s leading men who are quietly stealing the spotlight this year.
Beyond the silhouettes and fabrics, the accessories and flourishes are giving men's fashion its moment. Delicate brooches replace pocket squares, bracelets give way to watches, signet rings add a touch of personal flair, and neckwear range from minimalist open collars to colourful bow ties. On a red carpet often reserved for classicism, this year’s leading men are making room for play, redefining what elegance looks like in the modern age.
Cannes 2025 is seeing men confidently pushing and playing within the boundaries of convention. Pedro Pascal sparked a flashbulb frenzy in a sleeveless black top at the Eddington photocall, revealing arms honed by what one can only assume is a rigorous gym regime. Robert Pattinson made a suave return to La Croisette with Die, My Love, donning a butter-yellow tee layered beneath a relaxed shirt and a suede jacket. On the red carpet, the mood shifted to classic refinement with Austin Butler embracing tradition in a timeless tuxedo, while Jeremy Strong stood out in a bespoke pale malachite green ensemble complete with bow tie and cummerbund. With a few days left of red carpet revelry, the festival is already shaping up to be less about the tuxedo uniform and more about personality, flair, and the ever-evolving definition of masculine style. And frankly, we’re not complaining.
View the best menswear looks at Cannes 2025 in the gallery below.
