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Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jessica Kistermann puts on a VERY racy display in a black fishnet dress and underwear at the Fiuggi for One Drop party during Cannes Film Festival amid the ban on risqué outfits
Jessica Kistermann put on a very racy display at the Fiuggi for One drop party during he Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday, amid the ban on risqué outfits. The businesswoman, who owns fashion brand Crime London, pushed the limits in a black fishnet dress, with matching underwear underneath the sheer outfit. She boosted her height in strappy heels, and was one of the only guests to wear a see through outfit. She was joined by her sister and business partner Lisa, who went braless in a racy sheer white lace dress. Hosted in support of the One Drop Foundation, the event will raise vital funds to support access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene around the world. And despite the raunchy looks at this event - which featured a DJ set by PAWSA and a performance by Cirque du Soleil - decency was expected to cast a tall shadow over the 78th Cannes Film Festival. Over recent years the star-studded extravaganza has arguably won more attention for the outfits worn by its celebrity guests than the roster of feature films being screened on the Croisette. But new nudity rules, devised for 'the sake of decency,' will be implemented when French director Amélie Bonnin's Leave One Day opens the ceremony this week. According to organisers, the austere move is an attempt to the stifle the celebrity trend for 'naked dresses' - namely provocative outfits that reveal considerably more than they conceal - on the red carpet. 'For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as any other area of the festival,' states a Cannes festival document. 'The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules.' The surprise new policy features in a recent festival-goers charter - released with a series of outlines regarding expected public behaviour. Guests are expected to converge on the Grand Auditorium Louis Lumière for some of the highest profile film screenings across a packed seven day schedule in Cannes. It's understood that the iconic venue now adopts a more conservative dress code, with suits, dinner jackets and floor-length evening gowns generally favoured over headline grabbing ensembles. Classic little black dresses, cocktail dresses, pant-suits, dressy tops and elegant sandals, 'with or without a heel', will also be permitted. This year's Cannes Film Festival is taking place in the wake of Trump´s vow to enact tariffs on international films. Cannes, where filmmakers, sales agents and journalists gather from around the world, is the Olympics of the big screen, with its own golden prize, the Palme d'Or, to give out at the end. Filmmakers come from nearly every corner of the globe to showcase their films while dealmakers work through the night to sell finished films or packaged productions to various territories. But Trump sent shock waves through Hollywood and the international film community when he announced on May 4 that all movies 'produced in Foreign Lands' will face 100 per cent tariffs. The White House has said no final decisions have been made. Options being explored include federal incentives for US-based productions, rather than tariffs. This year, some of the first-time filmmakers at Cannes are already particularly well-known. Kristen Stewart (The Chronology of Water), Scarlett Johansson (Eleanor the Great) and Harris Dickinson (Urchin) have all unveiled their feature directorial debuts in Cannes' Un Certain Regard sidebar section. Many Cannes veterans have returned, including Tom Cruise (Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning), Robert De Niro - who received an honorary Palme d´Or 49 years after Taxi Driver premiered in Cannes - and Quentin Tarantino, who paid tribute to low-budget Western director George Sherman. Over recent years, the star-studded extravaganza has arguably won more attention for the outfits worn by its celebrity guests than the roster of feature films being screened on the Croisette. But new nudity rules, devised for 'the sake of decency', have been implemented at this year's festival. Good old fashioned decency is expected to cast a tall shadow over the 78th Cannes Film Festival, with organisers refusing access to anyone wearing 'naked' dresses (pictured: Bella Hadid, left, and Natasha Poly, right, on the red carpet at previous Cannes ceremonies) According to organisers, the austere move is an attempt to stifle the celebrity trend for 'naked dresses' - namely provocative outfits that reveal considerably more than they conceal - on the red carpet. 'For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as any other area of the festival,' states a Cannes festival document. 'The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules.' It's understood that the iconic venue now adopts a more conservative dress code, with suits, dinner jackets and floor-length evening gowns generally favoured over headline grabbing ensembles. Classic little black dresses, cocktail dresses, pant-suits, dressy tops and elegant sandals, 'with or without a heel', will also be permitted. While the decision to implement a more stringent policy will be a first, it is not known if French TV broadcasters, wary of airing nudity, played a role in its enforcement. Major red carpet events, including the Cannes Film Festival, are aired in France by France Télévisions.
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
World Water Day: One Drop amplifies its mission for safe water access with "The Unfair Glass" campaign
MONTREAL, March 22, 2025 /CNW/ - In celebration of World Water Day, the One Drop Foundation reaffirms its commitment to ensuring safe water access for all while fighting the climate crisis. With a staggering 2.2 billion people worldwide—approximately one quarter of the global population—lacking access to safe drinking water, One Drop is dedicated to addressing this critical issue through innovative solutions and community-driven initiatives. This year, One Drop introduces "The Unfair Glass" campaign—a creative endeavour designed to raise awareness about the clean water crisis. The campaign features a specially designed glass with a fake bottom filled with soil, symbolizing the portion of the population without access to clean water. This powerful visual metaphor challenges perceptions and underscores the urgent need for action. "This glass is more than just a symbol. We intend to use it as a catalyst for change. We'll be sharing these "Unfair Glasses" with influential voices around the world, inviting them to join the conversation and increase the urgency of this global crisis," says Lisa Clowery, Co-CEO at the One Drop Foundation. "One Drop is bringing hope and health to nearly 3 million lives. We've seen children return to school, families flourish, and entire communities transformed. These are not just statistics; they are stories of resilience, made possible by the generosity of our supporters worldwide." Funds raised through this initiative will support sustainable projects that provide communities in Canada, Latin America, India and Africa with long-term access to safe drinking water. "Water is the most critical issue of our lifetime. The harsh reality that countless communities worldwide, including some in Canada, are forced to live without safe drinking water is a gut-wrenching reality that we cannot ignore. Since 2007, One Drop has mobilized essential funds and connected communities disproportionately affected by water-related challenges with technical assistance, knowledge, and expertise," adds Ernenek Duran, Co-CEO at One Drop. Last year's survey conducted by Maru/Blue for One Drop revealed significant insights into Canadians' views on water resources: 41% of Millennials believe climate change could affect water access, dropping to 35% for Gen Xers and 27% for Baby Boomers. Approximately 1 in 3 respondents think all Canadians have equitable access to safe water. This perception increases to 51% among Gen Z individuals. However, despite Canada's abundance of water resources, roughly 30 First Nation, Métis and Inuit communities still lack access to safe drinking water according to 2025 data. A vast majority (86%) says governments should protect our water resources; however, only 50% feel individuals share this responsibility. "The Unfair Glass" campaign is set to inspire a sustainable future with safe water for all. This bespoke initiative aims to engage audiences through targeted touchpoints that highlight the harsh reality of the global water crisis. The campaign will roll out across various platforms, including a dedicated landing page at OLV advertising, public relations support, content creator engagement, social media content, and fundraising events in key cities such as Montreal, Toronto, Edmonton, and Las Vegas. About the One Drop FoundationOne Drop unites people and empowers communities to solve the water and climate crisis through innovative, sustainable actions. Channelling the creative spirit of Cirque du Soleil, the Foundation rallies local and international changemakers to raise funds and co-create solutions that drive life-changing projects worldwide. Since 2007, One Drop has transformed the lives of nearly 3 million people in Latin America, India, Africa, and among Indigenous communities in Canada. Learn more at and follow One Drop's impact via our newsletter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok. SOURCE One Drop Foundation View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
