From Julia Roberts to Charlize Theron: all eyes on Cannes as fashion icons head to 2016 festival

While the Cannes Film Festival always draws its share of big names, the 69th edition, which runs May 11 to 22, could seriously raise the stakes when it comes to star-studded line-ups. From jury members to brand ambassadors to actresses in competition movies, a whole host of Hollywood and international celebrities are set to turn Cannes's famous Croisette strip into a showcase of fashion, beauty and glamour. As soon as the jury was announced for the 69th Cannes Film Festival, it was clear that the event's organizers would be hitting hard this year with a star-studded line-up of big names from the worlds of fashion and cinema.

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From Julia Roberts to Charlize Theron: all eyes on Cannes as fashion icons head to 2016 festival