Nicole Kidman Sports Edgy Leather Jacket At First Cannes Festival In 8 Years

Nicole Kidman appeared elegant and at ease at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival on Sunday, May 18, as she gracefully attended the Kering Women in Motion Talk at the Majestic Hotel in Cannes, France. The 57-year-old actress was present just hours before the Women in Motion dinner, where she was to be honored for her contributions to the world of cinema.

The Women in Motion Award recognizes individuals whose work has advanced the role of women in film. This is a significant moment for Kidman, having spent more than four decades shaping narratives in front of and behind the camera. This honor acknowledges a journey that stretches from Moulin Rouge! to Big Little Lies and, most recently, Babygirl.

Nicole Kidman at Cannes 2025

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Kidman wore a striking outfit from Balenciaga’s fall collection: a black corset-style jacket paired with relaxed, wide-leg denim. Her fashion sense reflected her personality, modern style, and confidence. Her blonde hair was styled simply down the middle, with minimal makeup, yet she looked effortlessly radiant. This moment at Cannes marks Nicole Kidman’s return to the festival after nearly eight years.

Her last appearance at the Cannes red carpet was in 2017, where she walked alongside Kirsten Dunst and Elle Fanning for The Beguiled. That evening, she dazzled in a silver sequined gown with playful fringe details, a sharp contrast to the simple look she chose at the Kering talk. Kering and the Cannes Film Festival hosted the award ceremony to continue the tradition of spotlighting women whose work in film has made an impact.

Recognition of impact

In late April, the Cannes Film Festival and Kering announced that Nicole Kidman would be honored with the 2025 Women in Motion Award. The award highlights her remarkable ability to take on bold, emotionally complex roles that have reshaped how women are portrayed on screen.

Meanwhile, this is not Nicole Kidman’s first time with Kering. In 2023, she attended the brand’s Caring for Women dinner in New York, where she turned heads in a soft blue strapless gown with a layered tulle design and satin bow.