Some of India's past representatives at Cannes have been subtle and simple in their fashion picks. Nandita Das and Sharmila Tagore before her have managed to turn heads with their simple, elegant saris and classic pieces of jewellery, also representing the country's ethnic tradition very well.
Designer Amit GT feels black and white are "outdated" colours, but they were a hit with the Indian actors this year. "Kamasutra 3D" actress Sherlyn Chopra went for a daring transparent black ensemble, and Mallika Sherawat opted for a black gown on one day of the event.
