Kristen Stewart Stuns in Satin and Pink Hair at Cannes Premiere of Directorial Debut, The Chronology of Water

The Oscar-nominated actress-turned-director makes a bold statement on the red carpet with fearless fashion, fresh hair, and her raw, unfinished passion project premiering at the 78th Cannes Film Festival

Kristen Stewart is no stranger to breaking convention — and this time, she’s doing it both behind the camera and on the red carpet.

On May 16, 2025, the 35-year-old actress celebrated a major career milestone with the premiere of her directorial debut The Chronology of Water at the 78th Cannes Film Festival. Known for her edgy yet elevated fashion, Stewart stepped into the spotlight wearing a bright white satin Bermuda short suit that embodied her signature blend of high fashion and rebellion.

The Oscar nominee paired the tailored suit jacket with matching high-waisted shorts and a translucent white Oxford shirt worn unbuttoned at the midriff. A loose black tie and satin white baseball cap added her distinctive tomboy twist. She completed the look with black open-toe heels and crisp white mid-calf socks — a nod to both polished and playful aesthetics.

Her hair, styled in loose platinum blonde waves, revealed freshly dyed pink tips — a bold update debuted earlier in the day during the film’s official photocall. Makeup remained understated but striking: silver shimmer across the eyes, bold black eyeliner, and a soft nude matte lip.

Earlier, Stewart had appeared at the photocall in a bubblegum pink tweed ensemble from Chanel’s Fall 2025 collection. The look included a sheer ruffled overlay on the top, which she wore unbuttoned to expose just a hint of skin, paired with matching shorts and a sheer maxi skirt. Pink peep-toe heels completed the look, though she later switched to casual white sneakers — a move now restricted by Cannes’ newly updated red carpet dress code, which officially bans sneakers at all official events and premieres.

While Stewart’s fashion turned heads, her film is what truly marked the occasion. The Chronology of Water is an adaptation of the memoir by Lidia Yuknavitch and stars Imogen Poots as Lidia, a woman who discovers self-expression and healing through swimming, writing, and motherhood. The ensemble cast also includes Thora Birch, Earl Cave, Michael Epp, Susannah Flood, Kim Gordon, Jim Belushi, Julienne Restall, and Tom Sturridge.

Stewart’s directorial journey, however, was anything but polished. Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, she confessed that the film was submitted to Cannes in its raw form. “We barely finished this movie. It’s not even done,” she said. “I need to come home and literally have two more weeks in color and sound. This is my f—— first draft.”

Despite her modesty, Stewart’s debut has already made waves. The film’s inclusion in Cannes speaks volumes about her bold creative instincts and the emotional resonance of her storytelling. “I want the movie to crash and burn, but in a way that feels correct,” she added — an audacious statement from a first-time director whose risk-taking has long been her artistic signature.

From the Twilight saga to auteur collaborations and now a deeply personal directorial debut, Kristen Stewart continues to defy expectations. With The Chronology of Water, she dives headfirst into a new chapter — one where she’s not just performing on screen but shaping the story from behind the lens. And if her red carpet appearance is any indication, she plans to do it with equal parts grit, grace, and unforgettable style.