Emma Stone, Hunter Schafer & Margaret Qualley Serve Bold Black-and-White Looks at the Cannes “Kinds of Kindness” Photocall

The stars of Kinds of Kindness are out in full force at the 77th Annual Cannes Film Festival to promote their black comedy anthology film directed by Poor Things’ Yorgos Lanthimos.

At the photocall on May 18, 2024, Emma Stone, Hunter Schafer, and Margaret Qualley all looked stunning in matching black-and-white dresses—each with a distinct flair—perfect for the French Riviera setting.

Emma Stone pairs her crisp white Louis Vuitton mini dress with black patent peep-toe sandals, while Hunter Schafer offsets her Prada milkmaid-inspired ensemble with metallic blue satin pumps, and Margaret Qualley completes her French-chic Chanel look with two-tone Mary Jane heels at the Kinds of Kindness Cannes photocall at the 77th annual Cannes Film Festival at Palais des Festivals on May 18, 2024, in Cannes, France (Credit: Dave Bedrosian / Future Image / Cover Images)

“Kinds of Kindness” unfolds as a three-part anthology, with each segment exploring a different surreal tale tied together by the mysterious figure R.M.F. Played by Yorgos Stefanakos, R.M.F. appears at the start of each chapter. At the same time, the main cast—including Emma Stone—takes on new roles in every story.

Emma Stone’s Crisp Louis Vuitton Mini Dress & Black Peep-Toe Sandals at Cannes

I don’t dislike Louis Vuitton or Emma Stone, but she has been leaning into a safer style zone lately—and her white silk-wool Louis Vuitton mini dress at the Kinds of Kindness photocall didn’t quite land for me. It felt a little too effortless in the wrong way, almost as if she reached for something familiar rather than something fashion-forward.

From the waist up, though, the dress does have merit. The sculpted lapels carve out a daring V-neckline that plunges below her sternum, nearly skimming the navel—a detail that adds a welcome architectural sharpness. But the skirt, cut simply at mid-thigh, reads far more basic, lacking the directional edge we’ve seen her embrace in past LV moments.

The long black belt was the outfit’s saving grace. Cinching her waist and adding movement as it draped down her side, it brought a hint of drama to an otherwise pared-back silhouette. Still, I couldn’t help but wish she’d taken the idea further—a corset belt or something with a bit more intention could have pushed the look into a genuinely exciting territory.

Emma’s outfit reminded me of the Sex and the City scene where Carrie Bradshaw wore a belted, oversized white shirtdress. Despite being more casual than Emma’s shirtdress, Carrie’s had a certain charm. Considering Emma’s dress was a bespoke creation, they could have designed it to better fit her style.

Emma Stone disappoints in a white Louis Vuitton mini-dress with structured lapels, styled with a black belt draping from her waist (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

De Beers Sparkle and LV Peep-Toe Sandals Add Polish, but the Look Still Falls Flat

The Cruella star’s accessories were elegant but failed to save the look. Petra Flannery styled Emma with De Beers jewelry, including a statement ring, diamond stud earrings, and black patent Louis Vuitton sandals.

The sandals feature peep toes and slender V-shaped straps that gracefully encircle the foot, forming a stylish slingback.

In my opinion, the entire ensemble was lacking, but fortunately, Emma Stone never fails in the beauty department. She pulled her red hair back into a ponytail and enhanced her lovely features with pink blush and coral-pink lipstick.

Emma Stone pairs her plunging white mini-dress with black patent peep-toe sandals with V-shaped straps by Louis Vuitton

Hunter Schafer’s Prada Milkmaid-Inspired Swimsuit Look with Metallic Blue Satin Pumps

She’s always been bold when it comes to the red carpet. And over the weekend, Hunter Schafer lent the Cannes red carpet her signature fun yet daring flair, showing up at the photocall for Kinds of Kindness in a milkmaid-inspired look.

Schafer’s clothing immediately drew my attention; it undoubtedly brought something new to the Cannes Film Festival. However, while I assumed she was going for the milkmaid cottage core aesthetic in her custom Prada ensemble, her stylist, Dara Allen, clarified that it was a bathing costume!

Yes, a swimsuit with an apron skirt cover-up inspired by the Italian luxury fashion house’s Fall 2010 collection. That surprised me because it had a more 19th-century milkmaid appearance.

Hunter Schafer channels a Dutch milkmaid in her white Prada swimsuit featuring a structured ruffled lace bust and an apron-like skirt cover-up with a ruffled hem (Credit: Dave Bedrosian / Future Image / Cover Images)

A Runway-Ready Swimsuit: Ruffled Lace, Apron Layers, and Schafer’s Signature Milkmaid Edge

Looking closely, you’d notice that the Euphoria actress was indeed wearing a swimsuit, all set for the French Riviera beaches. It featured a structured ruffled-lace bust, exposed seams, and full bottom coverage, layered beneath an apron-like skirt with a tiered ruffled hem and a tie at the waist. It also had a daring slit showcasing her flawless leg and the bottom of her one-piece swimsuit.

In addition to the apron skirt, the white bandana she tied around her head, covering her updo, enhanced the ensemble’s overall milkmaid vibe.

Not everyone can pull off a milkmaid look this stylish, but Schafer did a fantastic job with it, given her natural charisma and her signature playful, bold attitude on the red carpet.

Hunter Schafer enhances the milkmaid vibe of the look with a white bandana and adds a star power element with white-framed Prada sunnies (Credit: Dave Bedrosian / Future Image / Cover Images)

Metallic Blue Prada Pumps and Soft Glam Add a Modern Pop to Schafer’s Milkmaid Look

Lending a pop of color to Schafer’s outfit, Dara Allen added a chic and feminine pair of Prada pumps. They are specifically fashioned from blue satin, giving them a shiny sheen, and are finished with sophisticated elements, including elongated pointed toes and 3-inch tapered heels.

The trans actor, with the help of makeup artist Charlotte Prevel, highlighted her blue eyes with mascara and eyeliner, and enhanced her features with barely-there soft pink blush and lipstick.

At one point during the photocall, she wore white-framed Prada Swing sunglasses, which added a superstar element to the milkmaid look.

Hunter Schafer injects a pop of color to her white milkmaid outfit with metallic blue satin pumps by Prada

Margaret Qualley’s ’80s French-Chic Chanel Look with Two-Tone Mary Jane Pumps

Looking set for summer, Margaret Qualley had one of the best looks on the French Riviera over the weekend. She channeled an ’80s French chic look, pairing a black Chanel Fall 2024 maxi dress with a wide hat from the same collection.

I must admit the hat was the main reason I noticed her. As you know, I’m a sucker for headpieces, and Margaret’s hat has an exquisite and vintage vibe that I adore. I like the crumpled look of the hat decorated with a crystal-encrusted brooch.

Given how straightforward it seems, some of you may find her dress overly basic and boring, but I think it’s the perfect summertime ensemble for a trip to the French Riviera. It’s cut from silk satin and features a plunging V-neck with thick shoulder straps, a V-shaped basque waist, and a softly pleated, flowy skirt that falls to her ankles.

Margaret Qualley embraces 1980s summer French chic in a flowy black plunging dress by Chanel with an oversized white hat on the French Riviera (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

Minimal Accessories, Classic Beauty, and Chanel Mary Janes Define Qualley’s French-Chic Look

Qualley wore her pixie raven tresses in curls, highlighting her beautiful features with mascara and bright red lipstick.

I thought her accessories were quite lacking, though. She opted to forgo the necklace and earrings and instead wore two Chanel High Jewelry bracelets. It would have been lovely to add a dainty necklace.

Of course, Chanel shoes in two-toned light gray and black completed her ensemble. These Mary Jane pumps have a thin buckled strap across the vamp, a black cap toe, and a short block heel.

Margaret Qualley completes her summery black-and-white outfit with two-tone Chanel Mary Jane pumps

Kinds of Kindness Premiere: Emma Stone, Hunter Schafer & Margaret Qualley Deliver Dramatic Red Carpet Gowns

The Kinds of Kindness cast and crew, including director Yorgos Lanthimos, graced their latest project’s Cannes Film Festival premiere the day before.

Emma Stone, Hunter Schafer, and Margaret Qualley attended the occasion in designer gowns.

Director Yorgos Lanthimos with the cast of Kinds of Kindness at the Cannes Film Festival premiere of their new movie (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

Burgundy Sequins and Rose-Gold Sandals: Emma Stone’s Luxe Louis Vuitton Premiere Moment

As expected, Emma Stone donned another custom Louis Vuitton gown embroidered with burgundy sequins. The color contrasted nicely with her skin tone, but the daring plunging neckline and the flowing tiered skirt with a dramatic train made the outfit stand out.

She kept the rest of the look understated, wearing only a Louis Vuitton Volcano bracelet and a pair of custom rose-gold sandals by the French fashion house.

Emma Stone dazzles in a burgundy sequin-embroidered gown by Louis Vuitton featuring a plunging neckline and a flowing tiered ruffled skirt with a dramatic train (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

Liquid-Blue Armani Privé and Metallic Pumps Give Schafer a Sleek, Futuristic Finish

Hunter Schafer looked elegant in her custom periwinkle blue Armani Privè strapless gown, a rendition of the fashion house’s Spring 2011 design.

It may appear basic, but I admire how the metallic silk organza fabric envelops her body like liquid metal. It has a foldover neckline, a ruched bubble waist, and a column skirt. She wore a pair of metallic blue pumps, creating a seamless finish.

Hunter looked stunning in an elegant updo, highlighting her Chopard sapphire necklace and earrings.

Hunter Schafer opts for a futuristic Armani Privè Spring 2011-inspired gown cut from periwinkle liquified satin with a foldover neckline and a bubble waist (Credit: PA Images / INSTARimages)

Pastel Tulle and Playful Embellishments Make Qualley’s Chanel Gown Feel Too Youthful

Margaret Qualley’s look, on the other hand, didn’t appeal to me. She donned another Chanel Spring 2024 creation, a pink gown that looked too girly and youthful for her age.

It’s a silk tulle dress with a ruched pleated bodice and a tulle skirt adorned with feathers, ribbons, and bows in pastel rainbow hues.

The starry headband and drop earrings were likewise too much for my taste.

Margaret Qualley looks too youthful and girly in a pastel pink Chanel gown with pleated ruching and rainbow-hued accents on the tulle skirt (Credit: IPA / INSTARimages)

Readers interested in more 2024 Cannes fashion highlights might enjoy our article on Selena Gomez’s stunning look in a Saint Laurent gown at the festival. It offers an in-depth look at her style and how she stood out on the red carpet, perfect for fans of celebrity fashion at Cannes. Additionally, Heidi Klum turned heads in a red Saiid Kobeisy gown during the event.

More Iconic Shoe & Fashion Moments from Stone, Schafer & Qualley

Before we wrap, here’s a curated look at some of the actresses’ most memorable shoe and fashion moments—perfect for readers who want to explore more of Emma Stone, Hunter Schafer, and Margaret Qualley’s style evolution.