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Cannes 2025 fashion trends: 5 tips to ace the androgynous style aesthetic

Updated On: 25 May, 2025 01:25 PM IST | Raaina Jain

The breakout star at the Cannes red carpet this year, sartorially speaking, has been an unexpected one — think gender-bending style that isn’t afraid to colour between the lines. We’re referring to Andie MacDowell and Payal Kapadia, who shone bright in their menswear-inspired formal suits amidst a flurry of been-there-done-that gowns (Story by Anindita Paul)

The breakout star at the Cannes red carpet this year, sartorially speaking, has been an unexpected one — think gender-bending style that isn’t afraid to colour between the lines. We’re referring to Andie MacDowell and Payal Kapadia, who shone bright in their menswear-inspired formal suits amidst a flurry of been-there-done-that gowns (Story by Anindita Paul)

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The breakout star at the Cannes red carpet this year, sartorially speaking, has been an unexpected one — think gender-bending style that isn’t afraid to colour between the lines. We’re referring to Andie MacDowell and Payal Kapadia, who shone bright in their menswear-inspired formal suits amidst a flurry of been-there-done-that gowns (Story by Anindita Paul)
<p><strong><em>Experiment with silhouettes and textures to find your distinct style (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Mrunal Thakur)</em></strong></p>
<p>The androgynous aesthetic lends itself beautifully to mix and match: experiment with different silhouettes, textures, and colours. &ldquo;Be as bold as you like, combining masculine and&nbsp;feminine&nbsp;pieces. For instance, you could pair a suit jacket with a dress or a skirt with a graphic tee. Don&rsquo;t be afraid to try new combinations and find what works for you,&rdquo; image consultant Mihika Bhanot advises</p>

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Experiment with silhouettes and textures to find your distinct style (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Mrunal Thakur)

The androgynous aesthetic lends itself beautifully to mix and match: experiment with different silhouettes, textures, and colours. “Be as bold as you like, combining masculine and feminine pieces. For instance, you could pair a suit jacket with a dress or a skirt with a graphic tee. Don’t be afraid to try new combinations and find what works for you,” image consultant Mihika Bhanot advises

<p><strong><em>A monotone colour palette elevates Sobhita Dhulipala&rsquo;s look (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Sobhita Dhulipala)</em></strong></p>
<p>Colours that lend themselves well to a gender neutral palette include mint green, steel grey, navy blue, burgundy, ivory cream, bottle green, mustard brown and light grey. A monotone colour scheme will always look more powerful and neutral than putting too many colours together</p>

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A monotone colour palette elevates Sobhita Dhulipala’s look (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Sobhita Dhulipala)

Colours that lend themselves well to a gender neutral palette include mint green, steel grey, navy blue, burgundy, ivory cream, bottle green, mustard brown and light grey. A monotone colour scheme will always look more powerful and neutral than putting too many colours together

<p><strong><em>Opt for simple jewellery and low-maintenance hairstyles (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/So</em></strong><strong><em>bhita Dhulipala)</em></strong></p>
<p>For accessories, Bhanot recommends minimalistic jewellery such as simple watches, stud earrings, and delicate necklaces</p>

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Opt for simple jewellery and low-maintenance hairstyles (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Sobhita Dhulipala)

For accessories, Bhanot recommends minimalistic jewellery such as simple watches, stud earrings, and delicate necklaces

<p><strong><em>Sonam Kapoor (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Sonam Kapoor)</em></strong></p>
<p>Style your hair in a sleek, low-maintenance style or experiment with bold, edgy cuts. Your make-up should focus on enhancing your natural features with subtle, natural tones</p>

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Sonam Kapoor (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Sonam Kapoor)

Style your hair in a sleek, low-maintenance style or experiment with bold, edgy cuts. Your make-up should focus on enhancing your natural features with subtle, natural tones

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<p class="small-txt-news mt-1 font14 mb-1"><strong><em>Payal Kapadia shows off her power suit at Cannes 2025 (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Rishta by Arjun Saluja)&nbsp;</em></strong></p>
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<p>Finally, pick a sleek leather crossbody bag, or a tote bag for both form and function, and classic loafers or Chelsea boots to add a polished finish. If you prefer a more streetwear-inspired vibe, chunky sneakers are a safe but edgy bet</p>
<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mid-day.com/mumbai-guide/things-to-do/article/cannes-2025-as-androgynous-fashion-takes-over-heres-how-you-can-pull-it-off-23550543" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cannes 2025: As androgynous fashion takes over, here`s how you can pull it off</a></strong></p>

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Payal Kapadia shows off her power suit at Cannes 2025 (Photo Courtesy: Instagram/Rishta by Arjun Saluja) 

Finally, pick a sleek leather crossbody bag, or a tote bag for both form and function, and classic loafers or Chelsea boots to add a polished finish. If you prefer a more streetwear-inspired vibe, chunky sneakers are a safe but edgy bet

Also Read: Cannes 2025: As androgynous fashion takes over, here`s how you can pull it off

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