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Salma Hayek's 1999 Cannes Look Redefined Fashion Boundaries

5/14/2025

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CNN's "Remember When?" series takes us back to 1999, where Salma Hayek turned heads at Cannes in a daring peek-a-boo cardigan paired with a flowing satin skirt. Her bold self-styling broke boundaries and inspired today's casual-chic trends, proving that creativity can thrive even under strict dress codes.

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Story summary

CNN's "Remember When?" series takes us back to 1999, where Salma Hayek turned heads at Cannes in a daring peek-a-boo cardigan paired with a flowing satin skirt. Her bold self-styling broke boundaries and inspired today's casual-chic trends, proving that creativity can thrive even under strict dress codes.