From Elizabeth Taylor to Lupita Nyong'o.

By Devyn Olin and
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The Cannes film festival, one of the most glamorous festivals that's ever existed, kicks off on May 17. In anticipation of the over-the-top red carpet, we're looking back at some of the festival's most memorable gown moments—from Elizabeth Taylor in the '50s to Blake Lively just last year.

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Brigitte Bardot

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Janette Scott

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Sophia Loren

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Sophia Loren

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Grace Kelly

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Brigitte Bardot

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Kim Novak

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Brigitte Bardot

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Brigitte Bardot

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Elizabeth Taylor

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Sophia Loren and Mitzi Gaynor

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12

Monica Vitti

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Vanessa Redgrave

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14

Jean Seberg

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15

Princess Diana

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16

Naomi Campbell

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17

Bjork

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18

Elizabeth Hurley

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Charlize Theron

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Wearing Dior in 2004.

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Jennifer Aniston

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Wearing Atelier Versace in 2004.

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