Get Cannes-Ready: Inside Dior Beauty’s Suite at the Festival

Every May, as the French Riviera becomes the epicentre of cinema and style, Dior Beauty takes up its annual residence in Cannes — and this year is no exception. From 13 to 24 May, the Maison returns to its elegant sixth-floor suite at the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic, just a stone’s throw from the Palais des Festivals. It’s here, behind discreet doors, that stars step into the Dior universe to prepare for their moment to grace the steps on the most iconic red carpet.

This season, the space has been reimagined in the spirit of the Dioriviera collection — a sun-drenched fantasy blending elegance and escapism. Think natural textures like sisal and rattan, woven in the House’s signature cannage pattern, surrounded by lush greenery, sculpted wicker palm trees, and whimsical animals fashioned from braided fibres. A palette of sand, beige, and khaki, accented with midnight-blue toile de Jouy, evokes a serene yet sophisticated seaside dreamscape.

At the heart of the suite? A 350-square-metre sanctuary dedicated to beauty. The experience begins with skincare, because radiant skin is the foundation of red carpet glamour. Known for her holistic approach and precision techniques, Hadda Akrim, Dior's Global wellness expert, leads the wellness offering. Her signature Kobi-Dior treatment, inspired by a symbolic “figure-eight” massage method, is the go-to for an instant glow.

Next stop: makeup. The suite’s glam room is a flurry of artistry, with Dior’s pro make-up team — including Junior Cedeño, Norman Pohl, Jamie Coombes, Ricky Wilson and Sarbast Gli — joined by a cast of international talents like Ruby Mazuel, Yacine Diallo and Kristina Vidic. Guided by Peter Philips, creative and image director of Dior Makeup, each look is crafted to perfection using the House’s latest collections and a kaleidoscope of colour.

Of course, no look is complete without immaculate nails. A Dior nail bar is on hand for precision manicures, while hairstyling is elevated courtesy of an exclusive partnership with Dyson Beauty. For the second year, Dyson’s cutting-edge tools — including the Airwrap™ i.d. multi-styler and Supersonic r™ dryer — bring high-performance, personalised styling to the suite, delivered by a team of top-tier professionals.

And for those dashing between interviews and soirées, Dior has once again partnered with La Terrasse by Albane — the most coveted rooftop in Cannes — with an express makeup and hair cabin set against the panoramic backdrop of the JW Marriott. A quick touch-up before the cameras roll? Mais oui !

Photo: Adrien Dirand 

Text: Lidia Ageeva