“I’m a mom”: what Riley Keough is really hiding in her Cannes suitcase

At around 5pm on May 14, 2026, the Croisette was buzzing with anticipation. The Salle Louis Lumière was about to host the screening of Histoires Parallèles, a thriller by Asghar Farhadi. Among the celebrities expected on the steps, Riley Keough was preparing to cause a sensation in a Chanel Haute Couture spring-summer 2026 ensemble by Matthieu Blazy.

Riley Keough in Chanel Haute Couture: a thoughtful choice for Cannes 2026

The actress and Chanel ambassador opted for a pearl-embroidered chiffon ensemble. This piece opened Matthieu Blazy’s very first Haute Couture show for the house. A daring choice, then, for this eagerly-awaited walk up the steps.

Riley Keough confided the reasons for this selection. She found the outfit delicate, beautiful and elegant from the very first fitting. The actress appreciates its sober character, far from spectacular dresses, while remaining profoundly chic.

“It’s haute couture, though, and when you look closely, the craftsmanship and detail are just incredible. That balance seemed perfect to me.”

A silhouette enhanced by Chanel accessories

To complete her outfit, Riley Keough wore Coco Crush modular earrings. The jewelry features the emblematic quilted motif, in 18-carat white gold and diamonds. A refined accessory that underlines the harmony of the ensemble.

The make-up, by Chanel, played on natural, luminous tones. The base was HYDRA BEAUTY skincare and LES BEIGES foundation. On the eyes, the NOIR ALLURE palette and LES BEIGES Palette Regard Soft added depth. Lips were defined by LE CRAYON LEVRES Nude Brun and ROUGE COCO Mademoiselle.

• Chanel Haute Couture spring-summer 2026 ensemble in pearl-embroidered chiffon
• Coco Crush earrings in 18-carat white gold and diamonds
• HYDRA BEAUTY make-up and LES BEIGES B30 foundation
• LES BEIGES Soft and NOIR ALLURE eye palette
• Lips ROUGE COCO Mademoiselle

Memories of going up the steps: the actress’s confidences

This is not Riley Keough’s first appearance on the Cannes steps. The actress and director is no stranger to the frenzy of the Festival. She remembers many of the highlights of her career.

One memory in particular stands out for her. It was seeing the cast of her first film as director climb the steps together. This collective moment remains engraved in her mind as a symbol of a shared adventure.

Among her favorite looks, Riley Keough mentions her outfit for the Jay Kelly premiere. She considers it one of her favorites to date. The actress knows how to combine elegance and personal memories in every appearance.

Riley Keough’s suitcase: surprises and life as a mom

What’s in the Chanel ambassador’s luggage for Cannes? The answer may come as a surprise. Riley Keough is a mom, and that’s reflected in the contents of her bag.

She carries toys, wipes, thermometers and snacks. These unlikely little objects accompany her everywhere, sometimes without her even remembering. Family life thus invites itself into the heart of Cannes glamour.

A secret talent for keeping pace with the Cannes Film Festival

The Festival imposes an intense rhythm, between screenings, interviews and parties. Riley Keough has an invaluable asset with which to cope. Thanks to her young children, she’s able to keep up without practically sleeping.

This ability is invaluable when you arrive from Los Angeles. Jet lag makes itself felt right from the start. For the actress, not sleeping becomes an indispensable skill in this context.

Asked which film scene she’d most like to experience, Riley Keough reveals her romantic side. She would choose the aquarium scene in Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet. A confession that reveals a more intimate side of the Chanel ambassador.

This Chanel Haute Couture staircase walk marks a highlight of the Cannes 2026 Festival. Riley Keough embodies the perfect blend of craftsmanship and luminous presence on the red carpet.

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