Julia Roberts, Eva Longoria and Susan Sarandon’s Classic Black Gowns Steal the Show at Money Monster Premiere

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The ladies below prove you can never go wrong with black, especially during red carpet events.

At the premiere of ‘Money Monster’ on the second day of the Cannes Film Festival, we spotted three gorgeous beauties who donned classic black gowns that exuded glamour and sophistication.

Julia Roberts Bares Feet on Red Carpet in Protest of Cannes “Flatgate”

Julia Roberts in an exquisite off-the-shoulder black Giorgio Armani Privé gown at the 'Money Monster' premiere during the 2016 Cannes Film FestivalJulia Roberts in an exquisite off-the-shoulder black Giorgio Armani Privé gown at the ‘Money Monster’ premiere during the 2016 Cannes Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes on May 12, 2016 (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Julia Roberts looked every bit the glamorous actress in her Armani Prive gown, which featured a draped off-shoulder neckline, ruched detailing, and a flowing floor-length skirt.

Stepping onto the Money Monster red carpet, Julia Roberts defied convention by going barefoot Stepping onto the Money Monster red carpet, Julia Roberts defied convention by going barefoot (Credit: INFphoto)

The 48-year-old star was all smiles on the red carpet, accessorized with a jaw-dropping Chopard necklace with a huge emerald stone.

Initially shielded by the gown's floor-length hem in the paparazzi's early snapshots, Julia Roberts' feet remained hiddenInitially shielded by the gown’s floor-length hem in the paparazzi’s early snapshots, Julia Roberts’ feet remained hidden (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

At one point, Julia removed her shoes and made a strong statement by going barefoot on the red carpet.

Julia Roberts' ensemble for the occasion was a striking black gown from Armani Privé, perfectly complemented by elegant jewelry from ChopardJulia Roberts’ ensemble for the occasion was a striking black gown from Armani Privé, perfectly complemented by elegant jewelry from Chopard (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

In 2015, several women were turned away from the Cannes Film Festival red carpet for not wearing high heels. This sparked a controversy, with many people arguing that the festival’s dress code was sexist and discriminatory.

Julia Roberts adorned herself in an off-the-shoulder black pleated chiffon gown featuring a short v-necklineJulia Roberts adorned herself in an off-the-shoulder black pleated chiffon gown featuring a short v-neckline (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Julia Roberts’ decision to go barefoot on the red carpet was a way of protesting against this unfair rule.

She wanted to show that women should not be forced to wear uncomfortable shoes to be considered fashionable or professional.

Julia Roberts' hairstyle consisted of center-parted layered waves, completing her overall lookJulia Roberts’ hairstyle consisted of center-parted layered waves, completing her overall look (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Eva Longoria Stuns in Pamella Roland Black Gown at the Money Monster Premiere

Eva Longoria showcased her bare décolletage and toned arms and shoulders, radiating an air of graceful sensuality at the 'Money Monster' premiere during the 2016 Cannes Film FestivalEva Longoria showcased her bare décolletage and toned arms and shoulders, radiating an air of graceful sensuality at the ‘Money Monster’ premiere during the 2016 Cannes Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes on May 12, 2016 (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

The gorgeous Eva Longoria showed off her Latina curves in a figure-hugging Pamella Roland black gown with a strapless neckline and mermaid silhouette accentuating her enviable physique.

Eva Longoria exuded an exquisite and typically alluring aura, showcasing her petite curves in a timeless black dress with an elongated fishtail hemlineEva Longoria exuded an exquisite and typically alluring aura, showcasing her petite curves in a timeless black dress with an elongated fishtail hemline (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

The glamorous dress featured some heavy embellishments on the bodice and back, adding a little bit of a twist to the classic look.

Eva Longoria's strapless creation, skillfully crafted by Pamella Roland, beautifully complemented her hourglass silhouetteEva Longoria’s strapless creation, skillfully crafted by Pamella Roland, beautifully complemented her hourglass silhouette (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Eva finished the look with sexy curls and a beautiful Messika diamond necklace.

The upper portion of Eva Longoria's dress, reminiscent of a corset-style design, featured a gracefully curved neckline that modestly obscured her generous cleavage, hinting at its presence while retaining an air of sophisticationThe upper portion of Eva Longoria’s dress, reminiscent of a corset-style design, featured a gracefully curved neckline that modestly obscured her generous cleavage, hinting at its presence while retaining an air of sophistication (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

Susan Sarandon Shows No Signs of Ageing in Tuxedo Dress

Susan Sarandon flaunting a remarkably plunging navy gown that tastefully showcased her ample assetsSusan Sarandon flaunting a remarkably plunging navy gown that tastefully showcased her ample assets (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

At the age of 69, Susan Sarandon continues to command attention effortlessly. The iconic star of “Thelma and Louise” exuded confidence in a black tuxedo dress that skillfully showcased an alluring display of cleavage and a generous glimpse of leg.

Susan Sarandon's gown was further adorned with a daring thigh-high split, adding an element of allure to her ensemble at the 'Money Monster' premiere during the 2016 Cannes Film FestivalSusan Sarandon’s gown was further adorned with a daring thigh-high split, adding an element of allure to her ensemble at the ‘Money Monster’ premiere during the 2016 Cannes Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes on May 12, 2016 (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)

While such a daring ensemble might have been overwhelming for some, Susan defies expectations by seamlessly owning the bold look. Her innate elegance remains undiminished.

Susan’s choice of accessories perfectly complemented her ensemble’s edgy charm. She adorned herself with a chic pair of sunglasses that added a touch of cool sophistication.

Susan Sarandon's gown featured prominent gold buttons that imbued the outfit with an opulent touch, enhancing its visual appealSusan Sarandon’s gown featured prominent gold buttons that imbued the outfit with an opulent touch, enhancing its visual appeal (Credit: WENN / Euan Cherry / Dave Bedrosian / Future Image)