Afiya Bennett Brings Clean Lines and Bold Cutouts to Cannes in Tony Ward

<p><span style="font-size:small;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;">Model and entrepreneur Afiya Bennett made a striking entrance on the red carpet of the 78th Cannes Film Festival wearing Tony Ward. Her gown, from the Ready-to-Wear Fall Winter 2024/25 collection </span><span style="font-size:small;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;color:#131313;">Nymphs Rebirth</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic',sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:small;">, blended sleek modernity with sculptural edge.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:'Century Gothic',sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:small;">The minimalistic white gown turned heads with its daring side cutouts, sharply accentuating the waist and creating a fluid hourglass effect. Crafted in structured crepe, the dress was elevated by bold silver embroidered knots outlining the cutouts&mdash;like jewelry stitched into the silhouette. Effortless but never understated, the look walked the line between architectural and sensual.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p><span style="font-size:small;font-family:'Century Gothic', sans-serif;">With the Mediterranean backdrop of Cannes and the buzz of flashbulbs on the Croisette, Afiya&rsquo;s Tony Ward moment is a celebration of bold simplicity.</span></p>