The atmosphere at Cannes 2023 felt distinctly off, marked by an unusual ban on nudity and voluminous dresses, leading to confusion among attendees scrambling for new outfits. The absence of Vanity Fair's party and other events contributed to the sense of austerity. Amidst the chaos, the article captures the surreal experience of navigating the festival and reflects on the implications of such dress codes against a backdrop of rising global conservatism, making the experience feel precarious and uncertain for attendees.
This year at Cannes, the unexpected ban on nudity and voluminous dresses came off as an austerity measure, provoking a mix of confusion and distress among attendees.
Halle Berry and others found themselves scrambling for new outfits post-ban, which highlighted the festival’s disorientation amidst what felt like rising global conservatism.
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