The lesson from John Travolta's dramatic new look: dress for the job you want
John Travolta made headlines at Cannes with his new look, featuring a beret and spectacles. He explained that his attire was inspired by classic film directors as he embarked on his directorial debut. This choice sparked discussions about how clothing can influence perceptions and identities.
- ▪John Travolta received an honorary lifetime achievement Palme d'Or at Cannes.
- ▪He wore a beret and spectacles to channel classic film directors for his directorial debut.
- ▪His fashion choices sparked viral comparisons and discussions about the impact of clothing on identity.
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John Travolta was awarded an honorary lifetime achievement Palme d'Or in Cannes this week. Photograph: Sameer Al-Doumy/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenJohn Travolta was awarded an honorary lifetime achievement Palme d'Or in Cannes this week. Photograph: Sameer Al-Doumy/AFP/Getty ImagesOpinionJohn TravoltaThe lesson from John Travolta’s dramatic new look: always dress for the job you wantMorwenna FerrierThe first-time director admitted he wore a beret to channel ‘old school’ auteurs at Cannes – though mimicry can only take you so farWed 20 May 2026 08.15 EDTLast modified on Wed 20 May 2026 13.34 EDTShareIt happened, as most of the best fashion moments do these days, at Cannes.
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