Dakota Fanning exudes glamour in silk ball gown as proud sister Elle returns to the red carpet after fainting for Cannes' Once Upon A Time In Hollywood premiere
- Once Upon A Time In Hollywood will hit US theaters on July 26 and is set for a UK release on August 14
She stars as American criminal Lynette Fromme, a member of the Manson family, in Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon A Time in Hollywood.
And Dakota Fanning joined the star-studded cast for the film's premiere at the 72nd annual Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday.
Supported by her sister Elle, 21, who took the red carpet after fainting at the Chopard dinner on Monday, the actress, 25, looked the epitome of sophistication as she took the red carpet in a white silk ball gown.
Time to shine: Dakota Fanning joined her star-studded cast for the film premiere of Once Upon A Time In Hollywood at the 72nd annual Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday
The floor length gown's bodice skimmed over Dakota's slender frame before flowing out into an a-line pleated skirt with moderate trail.
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A yellow bow added an extra flourish to the dress, which was elevated with a jaw-dropping diamond necklace and matching earrings.
Slicking her blonde hair back into a high bun, the Cat In The Hat star complemented her fair complexion with deftly touches of make-up.
Sisters: Dakota was supported by her sister Elle, 21, who is on this year's judging panel
Emulate 50s glam like Elle in a Dior skirt
Elle may have just brought her most memorable Cannes look yet... and it was in Dior!
The actress, who is a member of this year's Cannes Film Festival jury, brought the 50s to 2019 with this old Hollywood look, featuring a tulle maxi skirt, pointed toe heels, classic white puff-sleeve blouse and wide brim hat. Her hair was even styled in a classic 50s do!
We are in love with this look for Elle, as it fits perfectly with her mature sense of fashion and seems like an ode to all the stars before her.
This look is actually quite easy to replicate, as well! While this whole exact look can't be bought from Dior, you can scroll below to get a tulle navy skirt just like Elle's. Just pair with a classic heel and white blouse, and there you have it!
Glamour queen: The actress, 25, looked the epitome of sophistication as she took the red carpet in a white silk ball gown
Latest flick: Elle stars as American criminal Lynette Fromme, a member of the Manson family, in Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon A Time in Hollywood
Elegant: The floor length gown's bodice skimmed over Dakota's slender frame before flowing out into an a-line pleated skirt with moderate trail
Pop of colour: A yellow bow added an extra flourish to the dress, which was elevated with a jaw-dropping diamond necklace and matching earrings
There she goes! Dakota had a team of assistants as she walked down the red carpet, stopping to pose with adoring fans
Beauty: Slicking her blonde hair back into a high bun, the Cat In The Hat star complemented her fair complexion with deftly touches of make-up
Elle meanwhile displayed her quirky sense of style in a navy tulle skirt and puff ball shirt.
Adding a boost to her height with black court shoes, the actress added to her red carpet glamour with a giant lattice patterned hat, which she wore atop of her Hollywood curls.
Elle's return to the red carpet comes after she fainted during the Chopard Trophee dinner.
Statement look: Elle meanwhile displayed her quirky sense of style in a navy tulle skirt and puff ball shirt
So Hollywood: Adding a boost to her height with black court shoes, the actress added to her red carpet glamour with a giant lattice patterned hat
The actress, who is a member of the Cannes jury this year, was seated at a table with her sister Dakota, when she fainted and fell off her chair, according to Variety.
The fainting episode happened as festival director Thierry Fremaux introduced actor Francois Civil, as Dakota quickly helped her up before 'security whisked them away.'
Eyewitnesses told Variety that Fanning's fainting caused the festivities to be, 'briefly paused as a hush fell over the crowd.'
Strike a pose: The actress posed up a storm for the cameras as she strutted down the red carpet
Striking: Elle wore the hat atop of her perfectly preened Hollywood curls
Giggly display: At one point the Teen Spirit star threw her head back in laughter
Actor Colin Firth was said to be nearby and offered his assistance, while actress Marion Cotillard, 'placed a hand over her heart'.
Fanning later took to her Instagram, sharing a snap of her smiling self giving a thumbs up signal, while explaining that she's OK.
The first official full trailer was released on Monday to coincide with the premiere at Cannes, and like the earlier teaser it features Brad Pitt, Leonardo, and Margot Robbie.
Fainted: Elle's return to the red carpet comes after she fainted during the Chopard Trophee dinner because her dress was 'too tight'
Instagram update: Fanning later took to her Instagram, sharing a snap of her smiling self giving a thumbs up signal, while explaining that she's OK
As much of the plot has been kept under wraps, the trailer for Tarantino's ninth full length feature sheds more light on the relationship between Brad and Leo's characters, Robbie's portrayal of Sharon Tate, and how Charles Manson and 'family' will be featured in the film.
The movie is a character comedy/drama set in 1969 in Los Angeles, with multiple story lines paying tribute to what is widely known as Hollywood's 'golden age.'
The ninth film from the writer-director Tarantino features a large ensemble cast and multiple storylines in a tribute to the final moments of Hollywood's golden age.
Wow: Actress Elle, French graphic novelist Enki Bilal and the Oscar-nominated director of The Favourite, Yorgos Lanthimos, are among jury members during the annual event
Star-studded cast: Dakota's co-stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Quentin Tarantino, Daniela Pick, David Heyman, Shannon McIntosh, Margot Robbie, Brad Pitt (L-R) all attended the screening
The 2019 Cannes Film Festival is taking place at the iconic Palais des Festivals until May 25.
Actress Elle, French graphic novelist Enki Bilal and the Oscar-nominated director of The Favourite, Yorgos Lanthimos, are among jury members during the annual event.
Mexican director Alejandro Gonzalez Iñárritu currently presides over the panel that decides on prizes, including the top Palme D'Or award.
Once Upon A Time In Hollywood will hit US theaters on July 26 and is set for a UK release on August 14.
Gripping: The trailer for Tarantino's film sheds light on the relationship between Brad and Leo's characters, Robbie's portrayal of Sharon Tate, and Charles Manson and 'family'
