Nude Dresses at the 69th Cannes Film Festival: Bella Hadid vs. Blake Lively – Who Wore It Best?

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Nude dresses stole the spotlight on the red carpet at the opening night gala of the 69th Cannes Film Festival. Among the many glamorous attendees, two fashion icons stood out: Bella Hadid and Blake Lively, both stunning in strikingly similar nude gowns. But who truly owned the nude dress trend? Let’s dive into their looks and decide who reigned supreme in this fashion face-off!

Bella Hadid’s Show-Stopping Cannes Debut in Roberto Cavalli Couture

Bella Hadid stuns in a beaded nude Roberto Cavalli gown with intricate lace details and daring cutouts at the 69th Cannes Film FestivalBella Hadid stuns in a beaded nude Roberto Cavalli gown with intricate lace details and daring cutouts at the 69th Cannes Film Festival (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Bella Hadid chose the perfect dress for her Cannes red carpet debut. The 19-year-old model stood out in a Roberto Cavalli couture creation designed by Peter Dundas himself.

Bella Hadid with Fawaz Gruosi at the 'Cafe Society' premiere and opening night gala for the 2016 Cannes Film FestivalBella Hadid with Fawaz Gruosi at the ‘Cafe Society’ premiere and opening night gala for the 2016 Cannes Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes on May 11, 2016 (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Bella’s nude dress featured metallic beaded embellishments, intricate lace patterns, and sexy cutouts in all the right places.

Bella Hadid pairs her intricately beaded nude Roberto Cavalli gown with sleek diamond jewelry and a high ponytail at the 69th Cannes Film FestivalBella Hadid pairs her intricately beaded nude Roberto Cavalli gown with sleek diamond jewelry and a high ponytail at the 69th Cannes Film Festival (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

She finished with beautiful diamond jewelry and her signature sleek high ponytail hairdo.

Bella Hadid complements her striking look with sleek, polished makeup and a tight high ponytailBella Hadid complements her striking look with sleek, polished makeup and a tight high ponytail (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Bella Hadid exudes confidence with her fierce pose, accentuating the intricate details of her Roberto Cavalli gownBella Hadid exudes confidence with her fierce pose, accentuating the intricate details of her Roberto Cavalli gown (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Blake Lively’s Radiant Maternity Glow in a Dazzling Atelier Versace

Blake Lively dazzles in a shimmering Atelier Versace gown featuring intricate geometric patterns and a flowing train as she graces the red carpet at the 69th Cannes Film FestivalBlake Lively dazzles in a shimmering Atelier Versace gown featuring intricate geometric patterns and a flowing train as she graces the red carpet at the 69th Cannes Film Festival (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

The glowing mom-to-be has proudly flaunted her tiny baby bump at every opportunity. Blake Lively continues to captivate us on the Cannes red carpet with her stunning dress choices.

Blake Lively stuns in a glittering Atelier Versace gown alongside Corey Stoll and Woody Allen at the 'Café Society' premiere during the 69th Cannes Film FestivalBlake Lively stuns in a glittering Atelier Versace gown alongside Corey Stoll and Woody Allen at the ‘Café Society’ premiere during the 69th Cannes Film Festival on May 11, 2016 (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

At the premiere of her new Woody Allen film, Café Society, Blake dazzled in a stunning Atelier Versace gown that absolutely sparkled.

Blake Lively commands attention in a glittering, form-fitting Atelier Versace gown, paired with statement rings and flowing locks, as she attends the 69th Cannes Film Festival alongside Corey Stoll and Woody AllenBlake Lively commands attention in a glittering, form-fitting Atelier Versace gown, paired with statement rings and flowing locks, as she attends the 69th Cannes Film Festival alongside Corey Stoll and Woody Allen (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

The dress showed off some skin with sheer mesh panels on the sequined bodice, and the train was decorated with Swarovski crystals.

Blake Lively radiates elegance with her soft waves, natural makeup, and sparkling statement earringsBlake Lively radiates elegance with her soft waves, natural makeup, and sparkling statement earrings (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Blake Lively exudes effortless glamour with flowing blonde waves, bold rings, and a sparkling Versace gown that perfectly accentuates her figure at the 69th Cannes Film FestivalBlake Lively exudes effortless glamour with flowing blonde waves, bold rings, and a sparkling Versace gown that perfectly accentuates her figure at the 69th Cannes Film Festival (Credit: WENN / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Ultimately, both Bella Hadid and Blake Lively showcased their impeccable fashion sense at the 69th Cannes Film Festival, each bringing their unique style to the nude dress trend. Whether it’s Bella’s edgy, daring cutouts or Blake’s glamorous, old-Hollywood elegance, these two fashion icons proved that nude gowns can be both bold and breathtaking. But who wore it best? The decision is yours to make.