Dakota Johnson is an icon of everyday style that is practical, elegant, yet relaxed. Her street style photos have become a reference whenever the fanatics need to find a comfortable pair of jeans , a bag that “holds the world” without weighing down the overall outfit.
For the formal event, Dakota did not stray from her famous personal style. She prepared a series of minimalist dresses, without elaborate structures but still easily highlighted her physical strengths. The only difference was that the actress wore more large (statement) jewelry – a clever idea from her and stylist Kate Young, not losing the inherent relaxation in fashion but still luxurious enough to attend a prestigious film festival.
Having just arrived in Cannes, Dakota Johnson immediately made a convincing “opening speech” at the 2025 Kering Women In Motion Awards, honoring outstanding female talents in the fields of cinema and photography. Not governed by the strict new rules of the Cannes 2025 red carpet, the gala allowed for more liberal and vibrant fashion choices, and Dakota Johnson seized this opportunity.
The Gucci dress is beautiful in its most natural form: Dakota Johnson’s stunning body. The form-fitting silhouette and halter-style bodice reveal the star’s shoulders and back. The sheer fabric is embellished with beads and flashing crystals, adding to the minimalist design. Jewelers Boucheron add sparkle to Dakota’s face and hands with Serpent Bohème hoop earrings and a Vendôme Liseré solitaire ring (set with a single diamond ) .
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Dakota Johnson with guests at Cannes
Dakota Johnson (left) next to Daisy Edgar-Jones (center) and Julia Garner (right). (Photo: Getty Images)
The next day, participating in the photocall for the movie “Splitsville”, the Gucci outfit and Boucheron jewelry team continued to accompany Dakota, in a look that maintained the minimalist spirit but was completely different in vibe. Replacing the see-through dress was a black silk midi dress with two straps. The strap at the back was connected to Gucci’s signature metal buckle (horsebit), bringing interesting surprises with each turn of Dakota.
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The American star chose to honor the French jeweler’s high-end jewelry making techniques when attending the annual film festival held in this country. The Vendôme Liseré earrings in white gold and diamonds, and the Architecture-Vendôme Liséré ring were impressive, but the most special jewelry was the daisy brooch that she used as a hair clip. This piece comes from the Untamed Nature high jewelry collection that was launched in February 2025.
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That same day, Dakota wore three other looks. Before hitting the red carpet, she attended the Kering Women in Motion Talk at the Majestic Hotel in a classic mix of effortless summer chic: a half-sleeve top tied with a bow, slacks, and loafers.
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Dakota quickly transformed after the meeting to the red carpet. At the premiere of “Highest 2 Lowest”, although she was not an actress in the film, she was the most talked about red carpet thanks to her eye-catching fashion choices. The beauty was loyal to the straight dress, but added a layer of fringe, adding a thousand Old Hollywood vibes to every step. And among the stars who were passionate about black and white this year, Dakota’s pastel pink dress was a breakthrough that caught the attention of fashionistas.
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Dakota chose long earrings in the shape of laurel leaves, also from Untamed Nature, Boucheron’s first 2025 collection. The laurel, a symbol of glory, was the perfect image to accompany the actress at the world’s most prestigious film festival. Large in size, it feels quite heavy at first glance, but in fact each earring weighs only 19 grams, an innovative challenge that Boucheron’s skilled craftsmen have successfully completed.
The star’s Cannes fashion journey is coming to a close with her after-party look for the romantic comedy “Splitsville.” She took control of her character, bringing a floral halter dress straight out of a ’90s rom-com to the party. The Saint Laurent design featured a plunging neckline and sheer fabric that perfectly suited Dakota Johnson’s figure.
Dakota Johnson at the “Splitsville” after party
