Lupita Nyong’o graced her first Cannes Film Festival red carpet at the opening ceremony and premiere of Standing Tall in Cannes, France, on Wednesday.
The 32-year-old Oscar winner made us feel like it was 2014 Oscars all over again — she danced and twirled and in her jade-green custom Gucci gown as if she were reliving her princess moment from the past year.
Lupita Nyong’o arriving at the opening ceremony and premiere of “La Tete Haute” (“Standing Tall”) held during the 68th annual Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France, on May 13, 2015
Lupita highlighted her every move and sway with a swish of her dress’s soft pleated chiffon fabric. She complimented the blush flower appliques on her plunging neckline with a swipe of fuchsia pink color on her lips.
Lupita Nyong’o wearing Chopard drop earrings and an antique Gucci hairband
She accessorized with luxurious Chopard jewels and a Gucci hairband around her top bun hairdo.
Lupita Nyong’o creating a dramatic picture for the photographers
With Gucci green satin platform sandals on her feet, Lupita’s glamorous Gucci look was complete.
Lupita Nyong’o modeling more angles of her one-of-a-kind Gucci pleated chiffon gown
A peek at the green satin platform sandals on Lupita Nyong’o’s feet
Closeup of Lupita Nyong’o’s green platform sandals
We only got a glimpse of Lupita’s shoes, but it was enough for us to identify them as the Gucci “Leila” platform sandals. Lupita also graciously posted the below picture of her glamorous ensemble on Instagram, which clearly shows what her green platform sandals look like.
Lupita Nyong’o’s Instagram picture of the outfit she wore to the opening ceremony of the 68th annual Cannes Film Festival — posted on May 14, 2015
Lupita’s own Leila sandals were most likely customized to match her one-of-a-kind Cannes gown. Thankfully, they come in many color and style variations for those of you wanting your own pair. Check them all out at Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue.
Gucci “Leila” Crystal-Heel Platform Sandals in Black Suede, $1,150
Gucci “Leila” Platform Sandals in Metallic Silver, $675
Gucci “Leila” Beaded Platform Sandals in Blue Suede, $895
Gucci “Leila” Studded Leather Platform Sandals in Mineral Blue, $695
Gucci “Leila” Studded Leather Platform Sandals in Black, $695
Credit: IPA / WENN / Lupita Nyong'o's Instagram