Our Queen of Cannes: Ms. Nicole Kidman

The Cannes Film Festival finished up last weekend, and we shared some of our favourite looks of the event - But this week we had to give special mention to the women who, in our opinion, stole the show!

Nicole Kidman is well known for her porcelain complexion, honey-red locks and sophisticated poise, but she really went to another level as one of the competition judges at the prestigious French festival.

Transitioning effortless between day and evening events, with numerous styles - all of which were beautifully attention grabbing - Ms. Kidman managed to step outside of her sleek and stylish comfort zone and try a few distinctive styles that were delightfully bold, while maintaining an air of elegance.

From ribbons and braids, to modern ponytails and waves, here are some of the standout looks Ms. Kidman displayed over the 12 days of the Cannes Festival proceedings…

At the Cannes Jury photocall, Nicole opted for an innocently whimsical and relaxed style. The deep side-parted section was fashioned into a ruffled French plait, with a twist on the other side, all tied together with a little black bow. Oh so sweet!

For the premiere of the Great Gatsby, Ms. Kidman donned a quifftastic take on the classic ponytail. With slick sides and an edgy bouffant, this look was chic magnific!

Ms. Kidman channelled old Hollywood glamour for the screening of Nebraska. Her side-swept waves were stylishly rolled into a faux bob resulting in pure and effortless elegance.

Tousled and wispy curls coiled into to spiral of braids, was a fresh new look for Nicole. The swept-back style let her facial feature shine, and the volume at the top and sides gave the look a light, carefree charm.

For the closing ceremony, Nicole Kidman wore her tresses in an intricate assortment of braids and twists laced around a queen-size bun. The style managed to take dishevelled to new heights of romantic gracefulness.

All images courtesy of Zimbio.com

The styles and cuts of Cannes 2013

The past week has seen the stars of the silver screen strutting the red carpet in Cannes. Festival de Cannes presents the most anticipated films of the moment, which this year included the premiere of The Great Gatsby (can’t wait to see it!).

But the Cannes Film Festival is not just about motion pictures - it also provides a stage for glamorous starlets to display up-to-the-minute styles that can offer inspiration for our next haircuts or styles for approaching weddings and soirees.

There were numerous standout looks over the course of the 2013 Festival and this week we are presenting some of our favourites. So as the season of rendezvous and celebrations draws nigh, glean some inspiration from these stunning cuts and styles…

THE STYLES WE LOVED...
Marion Cotillard's sky-high beehive at the Blood Ties screening was retro chic perfection. Just look at that double French roll, divine!
Carey Mulligan looked simply ravishing for the Llewyn David’ photo call, with her hair modestly swept up into a twisted chignon. Her pretty and polished up-do is pure fresh-faced loveliness.
Loving Cheryl Cole’s take on the classic French plait. The bouffant, loose braiding and specially placed fine black ties made for the perfect combo of romantic girlish charm. Her hair colour is fantastic too!
The Great Gatsby actress, Isla Fisher’s classic loose curls were simply beautiful…and that colour! Amazing!	Oh! Isn’t this dishevelled halo braid just stunning! Twisted into a knotted side-shignon, Freida Pinto looked fabulously feminine with a whimsical edge at the opening of the Festival.
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THE STANDOUT CUTS... (above the shoulder styles won!)
Milla Jovovich’s wavy lob (long bob) is such a great cut! A versatile and easy maintenance style with a fringe that really just tops it off!
Audrey Tautou’s pixie crop is just the sweetest thing. Light and carefree, this cut is a great option for curly hair, heart shaped and round shaped faces.	Ms. Cotillard’s bob is a picture-perfect example of why this cropped ‘do is 2013’s golden choice!

Stay tuned: Next week we bestow the honour of Wellbeing’s Queen of Cannes to Ms. Nicole Kidman – who in our books stole the spotlight whenever she graced the red carpet at Festival de Cannes.