2014 Cannes Film Festival: Photocall Wish List Part 1

Ladies and Gentlemen the time that I have been waiting for all year is almost upon us, the 2014 Cannes Film Festival. Over the 11 day festival, which kicks off on May 15th and comes to a close on May 2, we are guaranteed to see several Best Dressed of the Year worthy ensembles. In the past 3 years 10 of the 30 best dressed looks have come from Cannes, so I have high expectations. Prior to all of the stars donning their couture on the red carpet and premiering their film they all take to the terrace and press room for a photocall and press conference. These still bring amazing, yet much more casual, looks. Berenice Bejo has been a staple at Cannes since premiering 'The Artist' in 2011, so it really isn't a surprise to see the French actress will be on hand to premiere a film this year. For the 'The Search' photocall and press conference, which is premiering In Competition, I would love to see Berenice wear this 1970's style Gucci Pre-Fall 2014 long sleeved dress. It is a sexy ensemble that mixes hard leather with a lightweight fabric and I think would look amazing on the French actress. A simple pair of Saint Laurent 'Jane' sandals and a loose ponytail would make this the perfect look for a Cannes photocall.

Hilary Swank will be on hand in the French seaside city during the festival to premiere her film 'The Homesman' In Competition with Meryl Streep. I am also hoping that Hilary will wear an Elie Saab gown for the premiere, but I will post that in a few days. For the photocall and press conference for the film I would love to see Hilary rock a jumpsuit. Most actress wear floating pretty dresses so this would be a welcome change of pace. This Elie Saab Fall 2014 RTW suit inspired jumpsuit is sleek and sexy. While this is most likely destined for a movie premiere or a cocktail party, I think that the Cannes terrace is a a perfect location to roll this look out. Hair down and a pair of gold pointed toe Casadei pumps would be the perfect finishing touches to this ensemble.

Jessica Chastain is another that has been on the scene in Cannes since her first film premiere 'The Tree of Life' also in 2011. Chastain is almost always a welcome note on the red carpet and has become one of my favorites to look out for. While in Cannes to premiere her film 'Eleanor Rigby' in the Un Certain Regard selection of the festival. Seen as the edgier films that premiere during the festival I am interested to see what Mrs Chastain will rock on the red carpet. For the photocall I think that black, aqua, and green Oscar de la Renta Fall 2014 RTW floating dress is perfect for the occasion. This is a look that Jessica would normally rock and is nothing outside of her normal box of red carpet dressing. A pair of metallic gold sandals and her hair pulled up would be how I finish off this stunning look for a Cannes Photocall.

Last but not least for today is Kristen Stewart who will be premiering her film 'The Clouds of Sills Maria' on the Croisette. The last time Kristen was in Cannes, to promote 'On the Road' in 2012, Kristen really stepped up her red carpet game and I am having no doubts that she is going to do the same again this year. Aside from 2 or 3 red carpets last year, Kristen was relatively unseen on the red carpets so I will be interested to see if she brings a big moment or sticks to her more simplistic style. For the photocall I think that this white long sleeved Versace Spring 2014 RTW asymmetrical dress embellished with gold buttons. I am excited to see what this look will bring. A pair of gold pumps would finish off this perfect look.