CANNES DO GLAM; It's frock and roles for Hollywood's star girls.Byline: By Cath Bennett HOLLYWOOD'S style statements were demure de·mure adj. de·mur·er, de·mur·est 1. Modest and reserved in manner or behavior. 2. Affectedly shy, modest, or reserved. See Synonyms at shy1. and elegant at a glitzy AIDS benefit in Cannes. Sharon Stone, Penelope Cruz, Jessica Alba and Brittany Murphy were among the celebs striking the right note on the red carpet. Event host Sharon showed off her glowing skin in a delicate pink number with a train - a popular touch with many stars. Sahara star Penelope Cruz opted for a flattering pale blue strapless strap·less adj. Having no strap or straps, as a dress or an undergarment. n. A garment having no strap or straps. strapless Adjective gown - but it wasn't a dress she wanted to keep.She later auctioned it off for almost pounds 55,000, which went to the American Foundation for AIDS Research. Sin City star Brittany Murphy looked the best she has all week, though she still couldn't resist opting for a sexy touch. Her white crocheted dress was slightly cheapened with a giant slit up the side, which served to show off her tanned legs. Fellow Sin City actress Jessica Alba played it safe with a long black dress, brightened by its plunging neckline neckline The line that connects the two lowest points on the intermediate declines of a head-and-shoulders chart pattern. In an inverted head-and-shoulders formation, the neckline connects the two intermediate tops. , while Nip/Tuck actress Joely Richardson sparkled in a silver frock and diamond necklace. The Olsen twins went against the trend and covered up in an odd assortment of garments. Mary-Kate hid her arms under ared shrug, while Ashley plumped for a figure concealing black dress. While the ladies shimmered, the men chose dark colours and hid behind shades. Closer actor Clive Owen wore a plain black suit, while Sin City co-star Benicio Del Toro adopted a mobster look. Adding a splash of colour was actor Mickey Rourke, who brightened up his suit with a red shirt, and designer John Galliano, who went for classic black and white. Before launching the benefit, Sharon, who replaced veteran actress Elizabeth Taylor as chairwoman this year, said: 'Now there are 40million people with AIDS The People With AIDS (PWA) Self-Empowerment Movement was a movement of those diagnosed with AIDS and grew out of San Francisco. The PWA Self-Empowerment Movement believes that those diagnosed as having AIDS should "take charge of their own life, illness, and care, and to minimize and it is completely out of control.' The event, part of the Cannes Film Festival Cannes Film Festival Film festival held annually in Cannes, France. First held in 1946 for the recognition of artistic achievement, the festival came to provide a rendezvous for those interested in the art and influence of the movies. , raised more than pounds 1.7million for AIDS research and among the bids was pounds 19,000for a lifetime supply of Dior perfume CAPTION(S): MIXED REACTION: Left, Brittany Murphy, above left, Ashley and MaryKate Olsen, above right, Jessica Alba; SHEER ELEGANCE: Right, Sharon Stone and Penelope Cruz are the picture of style at the AIDS benefit, as was Joely Richardson, above; MEN IN BLACK IN ON; THE ACT TOOHE ACT TOO; BOYS' NIGHT; OUT: From left, Benicio, Clive, Mickey and; John |
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