Rachel Weisz, Sienna Miller and Emily Blunt looked sophisticated in their simple yet elegant column dresses as they attended the Independent Filmmaker Project, Calvin Klein Collection and Euphoria Calvin Klein Celebrate Women in Film event in Cannes, France.

The British beauties were honored for their contribution to the film industry, along with other A-list female celebrities, including Jake Gyllenhaal who also attended the celebration.

Rachel Weisz wore a soft raspberry red column dress with halter neck detailing for the prestigeous event. She accessorized her frock with a plain black clutch and a pair of black strappy heels.

The 45-year-old film and theatre actress went for clean and creamy makeup that showed off her classic beauty. The makeup was kept fairly minimal to keep the focus on her halter dress.

She wore her dark locks in glamorous soft curls and opted for monochromatic eye makeup with full lashes, pink rosy blush and nude lips.

Sienna Miller took a different approach with her column dress, choosing a low-key, ankle length, sleeveless dress. Her shimmery yellow gown featured a sexy open-back to balance the conservative neckline.

The 33-year-old actress, model and fashion designer styled her look with almost no visible jewelry. She only accessorized her plain dress with a pair of gold strappy heels to add a touch of glamour to her simple look.

She kept her hair simple, wearing her blonde bob in loose and tousled waves. She also stunned in a barely-there makeup with sultry eyes and peach lips.

Miller arrived at Cannes last week to act as a jury member at the film festival. 

Another actress seen in a column dress was the 'Into The Wood's star Emily Blunt, who opted for a nude color floor-length Salvatore Ferragamo column gown. Featuring a halter neck cut, the dress accentuated her svelte figure.

The 32-year-old actress wore her long blonde hair in a low, sleek half-ponytail hairdo, which showed off her flawless, barely-there makeup, soft smoky eyes and natural-colored pout. 

She then set off her look with dramatic drop earrings and gold statement rings.

Column dresses are seen more and more on the red carpet. It has a narrow shape that flows straight down from the neckline to the hem. Similar to a mermaid style dress, it tends to hug the body and show off the body's curves.