Amal Clooney in vintage Jean-Louis Scherrer and Aquazzura shoes, and George Clooney attend the “Jay Kelly” red carpet during the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 28, 2025, in Venice, Italy. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
The 82nd Venice International Film Festival has officially opened its doors, transforming the Lido into a glittering stage where cinema and couture come together. From August 27 to September 6, the annual celebration promises not only the unveiling of some of the year’s most anticipated films but also one of the most captivating red carpets in the fashion calendar. Throughout its many decades of existence, Venice has remained a global arena where creatives converge to celebrate the incredible productions as they await global release.
Organised by La Biennale di Venezia, this year’s programme is rich with premieres, from Paolo Sorrentino’s La Grazia to forthcoming debuts from Noah Baumbach, Yorgos Lanthimos, Luca Guadagnino, Guillermo del Toro, and Sofia Coppola.
Yet, before the lights dim in the theatres, all eyes are on the arrivals.
Venice red carpet fashion is a language of its own—timeless, theatrical, often daring. From Cate Blanchett in a shimmering archival Armani Privé gown to Emma Stone in an architecturally striking custom Louis Vuitton gown, ahead, we round up the most memorable looks to grace the festival’s opening nights.
The best red carpet looks from the 2025 Venice International Film Festival
Emma Stone in custom Louis Vuitton attends the “Bugonia” red carpet during the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Stefania D’Alessandro/WireImage)
Riley Keough in Chloé attends the “Jay Kelly” red carpet during the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Naomi Watts in Valentino and Aquazzura attends the “Jay Kelly” red carpet during the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Laura Dern in Armani Privé attends the “Jay Kelly” red carpet during the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Cate Blanchett in Armani Privé “La Grazia” Opening Night Gala Premiere at The 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 27, 2025 (Photo by Earl Gibson III/Deadline via Getty Images)
Barbara Palvin in custom Intimissimi attends the “La Grazia” red carpet during the 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 27, 2025 (Photo by Franco Origlia/Getty Images)
Tilda Swinton in custom Chanel attends the opening ceremony during the 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 27, 2025 (Photo by Stefania D’Alessandro/WireImage)
Greta Gerwig in custom Rodarte attends the “Jay Kelly” red carpet during the 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Shailene Woodley attends the “Jay Kelly” red carpet during the 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Alba Rohrwacher attends the “Jay Kelly” red carpet during the 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Elisabetta A. Villa/Getty Images)
Claire Holt attends the opening ceremony during the 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 27, 2025 (Photo by Stefania D’Alessandro/WireImage)
Eve Hewson in Schiaparelli attends the “Jay Kelly” red carpet during the 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)
Emma Stone in Louis Vuitton arrives at Palazzo del Casinò for the “ Bugonia” photocall during the 82nd Venice Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Victor Boyko/Getty Images)
Kim Kardashian is seen at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 28, 2025 (Photo by Stefano Mazzola/GC Images)
