Elle Fanning dazzles in fairy tale-inspired gown as she leads the celebs at Cannes Film Festival premiere of The Neon Demon 

By MailOnline Reporter

Published: 16:20 EST, 20 May 2016 | Updated: 08:24 EST, 21 May 2016

It's her big night on the red carpet.

So it's rather fitting that Hollywood actress Elle Fanning, 18, pulled out all the stops for her latest appearance at the 69th Cannes Film Festival on Friday evening.

The blonde beauty wowed onlookers as she arrived at the Palais Des Festivals, where she headed-up the list of stars attending the premiere of her new movie, The Neon Demon. 

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Glam: Elle Fanning, 18, pulled out all the stops for her latest red carpet appearance at the 69th Cannes Film Festival on Friday evening

Glam: Elle Fanning, 18, pulled out all the stops for her latest red carpet appearance at the 69th Cannes Film Festival on Friday evening

The young star, whose credits include We Bought A Zoo and Maleficent, looked superb in her choice of attire which seemed to combine both modern style with classic Hollywood inspiration.

Strapless with a corset upper, the dusty pink number boasted a netted skirt with train and was embellished with roses for a feminine aesthetic.   

Upping the ante even further, she accessorised with a ruby pendant necklace which drew attention to her neckline. 

The young star, whose credits include We Bought A Zoo and Malecifent, looked superb in her choice of attire which seemed to combine both modern style with classic Hollywood inspiration

The young star, whose credits include We Bought A Zoo and Malecifent, looked superb in her choice of attire which seemed to combine both modern style with classic Hollywood inspiration

Dressed to impress: The blonde beauty wowed onlookers as she arrived at the Palais Des Festivals, where she headed-up the list of stars attending the premiere of her new movie, The Neon Demon

Dressed to impress: The blonde beauty wowed onlookers as she arrived at the Palais Des Festivals, where she headed-up the list of stars attending the premiere of her new movie, The Neon Demon

Strapless with a corset upper, the pink number boasted a netted skirt with train and was embellished with roses for a feminine aesthetic
Strapless with a corset upper, the pink number boasted a netted skirt with train and was embellished with roses for a feminine aesthetic

Strapless with a corset upper, the pink number boasted a netted skirt with train and was embellished with roses for a feminine aesthetic

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Elle Fanning had a showstopping entrance to the premier of The Neon Demon at the Cannes Film Festival. We are obsessed with her Zuhair Murad dress that has a strapless and embellished bodice and a flowy fall all the way to the floor.

We love Zuhair Murad as we always get amazing runway moments (think Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce).

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Now that's what you call a dress! Upping the ante, she accessorised with a ruby pendant necklace which drew attention to her neckline

Now that's what you call a dress! Upping the ante, she accessorised with a ruby pendant necklace which drew attention to her neckline

The beauty stars alongside Keanu Reeves and Christina Hendricks in the Nicolas Winding Refn-directed film. Elle plays Jesse, an aspiring model who moves to Los Angeles where her youth and vitality are devoured by a group of beauty-obsessed women who will do whatever it takes to get what she has.

It's the third consecutive film directed by the Danish 45-year-old to compete for the festival's Palme d'Or prize after Only God Forgives and Drive. 

Amazon Studios will release The Neon Demon in US theaters sometime in June and in UK theaters beginning July 8. 

Natural beauty: Elle oozed class as she posed for photographs at the Palais Des Festivals on Friday evening 
Flower power: Elle's dress was emblazoned with pink roses and was absolutely gorgeous in its intricate detail

Flower power: Elle's dress was emblazoned with pink roses and was absolutely gorgeous in its intricate detail

No wonder they're taking her picture! Elle poses up a storm at the bash, which saw her become the centre of attention 

No wonder they're taking her picture! Elle poses up a storm at the bash, which saw her become the centre of attention 

Punching above her weight? Elle mocks-up a funny pose as she pretends to flex her muscles for onlookers
Showing off her style: The blonde star certainly dazzled in her choice of attire, which featured backless detail 

Punching above her weight? Elle mocks-up a funny pose as she pretends to flex her muscles for onlookers

Good times: Hunky director  Nicolas Winding Refn re-creates some action poses from the movie as he's joined by Elle and his wife

Good times: Hunky director  Nicolas Winding Refn re-creates some action poses from the movie as he's joined by Elle and his wife

Stunning: The dramatic number was clearly an appropriate piece of statement style and caused quite the sensation 
Fashion success: Strapless with a corset upper, the dusty pink number boasted a netted skirt with train and fitted her perfectly 

Fashion success: Strapless with a corset upper, the dusty pink number boasted a netted skirt with train and fitted her perfectly 

Classic style: The 18 year-old had a grace and poise beyond her years as she pioneered the big bash 

Classic style: The 18 year-old had a grace and poise beyond her years as she pioneered the big bash 

Three's a cool crowd: Liv Corfixen, Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn and US actress Elle Fanning

Three's a cool crowd: Liv Corfixen, Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn and US actress Elle Fanning

Check out the muscles! Elle was in a fun mood as she posed up a storm for the cameras

Check out the muscles! Elle was in a fun mood as she posed up a storm for the cameras

Fighting talk! Elle and director Nicolas Winding raised their arms in a mock fight as they took to the red carpet
Fighting talk! Elle and director Nicolas Winding raised their arms in a mock fight as they took to the red carpet

Fighting talk! Elle and director Nicolas Winding raised their arms in a mock fight as they took to the red carpet 

Elle Fanning and Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn, with his wife Liv Corfixen, are welcomed by the General Delegate of the Cannes

Elle Fanning and Danish director Nicolas Winding Refn, with his wife Liv Corfixen, are welcomed by the General Delegate of the Cannes

Kirsten Dunst was also a VIP guest at the event.

Clad in a canary yellow gown, the 34-year-old actress continued to reign supreme in the style stakes as she ascended the iconic stairs ahead of the screening.

Oozing elegance, the blonde beauty opted for a vibrant canary yellow gown that showed off her incredible figure - nipping in at her tiny waist and flaring out with a dramatic train. 

Not so mellow in yellow! She's been storming the red carpet at the 69th annual Cannes Film Festival. And Kirsten Dunst made yet another savvy sartorial choice at the Neon Demon premiere on Friday

Not so mellow in yellow! She's been storming the red carpet at the 69th annual Cannes Film Festival. And Kirsten Dunst made yet another savvy sartorial choice at the Neon Demon premiere on Friday

Hello petal! Featuring layers of tulle, the ruffled neckline added yet more glamour to the satin dress which was embroidered with black flowers along the hem and train
Hello petal! Featuring layers of tulle, the ruffled neckline added yet more glamour to the satin dress which was embroidered with black flowers along the hem and train

Hello petal! Featuring layers of tulle, the ruffled neckline added yet more glamour to the satin dress which was embroidered with black flowers along the hem and train 

Chic: Clad in a canary yellow gown, the 34-year-old actress continued to reign supreme in the style stakes

Chic: Clad in a canary yellow gown, the 34-year-old actress continued to reign supreme in the style stakes

Lean on me: The stunning star took the arm of Danish actor and member of the Jury Mads Mikkelsen as she climbed the steps

Lean on me: The stunning star took the arm of Danish actor and member of the Jury Mads Mikkelsen as she climbed the steps

Two of a kind! The pair seemed to be getting on famously as they took to the red carpet 

Dazzling: Oozing elegance, the blonde beauty opted for a vibrant canary yellow gown that showed off her incredible figure - nipping in at her tiny waist and flaring out with a dramatic train

Dazzling: Oozing elegance, the blonde beauty opted for a vibrant canary yellow gown that showed off her incredible figure - nipping in at her tiny waist and flaring out with a dramatic train

What a dress! Aussie actress Bella Heathcote opted for a fun short number on the red carpet, wowing in scarlet tulle
What a dress! Aussie actress Bella Heathcote opted for a fun short number on the red carpet, wowing in scarlet tulle

What a dress! Aussie actress Bella Heathcote opted for a fun short number on the red carpet, wowing in scarlet tulle

Capturing the moment: The actress couldn't resist snapping away on her phone

Capturing the moment: The actress couldn't resist snapping away on her phone

Hitting the red carpet: Romanian actress Maria Dragus looked gorgeous in a sweeping grey and sparkle gown for the screening

Hitting the red carpet: Romanian actress Maria Dragus looked gorgeous in a sweeping grey and sparkle gown for the screening whilst Charlize Theron donned a tailored black suit with plunging white shirt 


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