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Lizzo Stuns Cannes in Royal Blue Gown With Prosthetic Piercings and 3,161 Carats of Lab‑Grown Diamonds

The look linked simulated piercings with lab‑grown diamonds to fuse runway spectacle with celebrity promotion.

Overview

  • Lizzo attended and performed at the amfAR Gala Cannes, appearing on the red carpet and taking the stage during the charity event held at the Hôtel du Cap‑Eden‑Roc.
  • She wore a royal blue couture gown by Robert Wun that featured trompe l’oeil prosthetic piercings and sculptural gloves shaped like an extra pair of hands.
  • London jeweler Anabela Chan collaborated on the accessories, which reportedly used 2,000 laboratory‑grown white diamonds totaling 3,161 carats across a necklace, earrings, cuffs and chains.
  • Page Six reported the gala raised about $20 million this year for AIDS research, while coverage noted the amfAR Cannes series has raised roughly $297 million since 1993.
  • Lizzo used the appearance to promote her forthcoming album B–ch, due June 5, and her use of faux piercings follows a recent red‑carpet trend of simulated body jewelry that has kept celebrities in the headlines.