Lauren Sánchez brought a touch of oceanic glamour to the 2025 amfAR Gala Cannes on Thursday, stepping onto the red carpet at the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc in a shimmering, mermaid-inspired gown by Roberto Cavalli. The strapless corset dress featured a low-cut sweetheart neckline and a metallic blue-silver sheen that caught the light as she posed in the garden. Her engagement ring from Jeff Bezos caught the light, too.
Lauren Sánchez poses on the red carpet in a Roberto Cavalli gown at amfAR Gala Cannes 2025 during the 78th Cannes Film Festival at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 22, 2025 in Antibes, France.
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Her shoes, only visible in brief flashes through the hem, were silver, open-toe stiletto sandals featuring a single strap across the toe and another across the ankle. The silhouette was clean and minimal, allowing the dense embellishment of the dress to stay center stage. A lightly mirrored finish on the straps caught the light as she moved, adding a layer of shimmer without clashing with the gown’s cooler tones.
Though the brand of the heels has not been confirmed, the design closely mirrors red carpet mainstays from Aquazzura and Gianvito Rossi — both known for their slim, high-gloss sandals worn by stylists looking to disappear a shoe under a statement look.
Lauren Sánchez wears Roberto Cavalli at amfAR Gala Cannes 2025 during the 78th Cannes Film Festival at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 22, 2025 in Antibes, France.
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Sánchez’s footwear mirrored her 2025 fashion strategy so far: lean into sparkle, but let the shoes do their job quietly. Earlier in the week, she opted for similarly minimalist heels while attending the Global Gift Gala, where she was honored for her philanthropic work with the Women Empowerment Award.
When the children’s book author and Blue Origin Space participant made her Met Gala debut earlier this month, Sánchez chose a custom Oscar de la Renta gown featuring a strapless black velvet bodice and a voluminous skirt adorned with delicate mirrored appliqués. Her footwear echoed the dress’s restrained elegance: minimalist pointed-toe heels that complemented the ensemble without distracting from its intricate details.
Lauren Sánchez wore minimalist sandals with a sheer Roberto Cavalli dress at the amfAR Gala Cannes 2025 during the 78th Cannes Film Festival at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 22, 2025 in Antibes, France.
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The amfAR Gala, presented by Chopard, brought together an A-list crowd at the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc to raise critical funds for AIDS research, featuring performances by Ciara, Adam Lambert and Duran Duran. The event also spotlighted Chopard’s commitment to sustainable luxury, with many attendees — including Sánchez — wearing pieces from the brand’s ethical jewelry collections.
