While New York Fashion Week is in full swing, it’s probably a little too early to start honing in on trends. But there was a clear trend over at the annual Venice International Film Festival: feathers. A lot of attendees flocked to feathers, whether as simple accents or all-over plumage. Sheer paneling (sometimes layered) and floral appliqués were also popular. Superstars Jennifer Lawrence, George and Amal Clooney, Julianne Moore, Kirsten Dunst and Penélope Cruz shined bright, but the style standout of the festival was Rebecca Hall. The British actress served on the jury and impressed time and time again in stunning gowns that ranged from structured couture to Grecian goddess to Old Hollywood bombshell.
Check out the slideshow above for all the fashion highlights from the festival.
2017 Venice International Film Festival
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Kristen Wiig at the Opening Ceremony and Premiere of Downsizing
Kristen Wiig went for full-on glam in a sparkling Zuhair Murad Fall 2017 Haute Couture gown. Bulgari gems and Giuseppe Zanotti gray velvet sandals with mirrored platforms polished off the look.
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Rebecca Hall at the Opening Ceremony and Premiere of Downsizing
This multicolored Armani Privé Fall 2017 gown complete with a sheer fanned neckline was a work of art. Rebecca Hall accessorized with geometric earrings and a black clutch.
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Izabel Goulart at the Opening Ceremony and Premiere of Downsizing
It was a cornflower blue crystal embellished Alberta Ferretti dress for Izabel Goulart. She amped things up with a glitzy necklace and metallic sandals.
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Isabeli Fontana at the Opening Ceremony and Premiere of Downsizing
Isabeli Fontana went the custom route in a black and white striped Alberta Ferretti strapless gown. Sapphire chandelier earrings and Giuseppe Zanotti tri-strap sandals wrapped up the look.
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Bianca Balti at the Opening Ceremony and Premiere of Downsizing
There was something very samurai about Bianca Balti’s creamy, billowy, robe-like gown with sheer overlay skirt. That sharp hair tie only enhanced the effect, while her diamond necklace, black embellished clutch and ribbon-accented pumps added some bling.
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Renata Kuerten at the Opening Ceremony and Premiere of Downsizing
Renata Kuerten’s dark Alberta Ferretti Fall 2017 strapless gown was made for a film festival as its feathered accents fluttered as the model walked the red carpet. An ornate cuff and flashy sandals rounded things out.
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Amanda Seyfried at the Premiere of First Reformed
Amanda Seyfried’s mixed media Alexander McQueen gown featured everything from floral embroidery to lace to polka dots. Chopard earrings and black sandals balanced out the outfit.
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Rebecca Hall at the Premiere of First Reformed
The juror member once again stunned in a vanilla silk Prada georgette gown. De Beers jewelry and a fringed gold Prada clutch finished off the look.
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Octavia Spencer at the Premiere of The Shape of Water
No surprise that Octavia Spencer opted for Tadashi Shoji. Her wine-colored off-the-shoulder Fall 2017 dress was styled with complementary Lorraine Schwartz jewels and golden ankle-strap sandals.
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Izabel Goulart at the Premiere of The Shape of Water
Izabel Goulart topped off her embellished miniskirt with an instantly recognizable Alberta Ferretti sweater. Chopard jewels along with Giuseppe Zanotti black patent and velvet sandals wrapped up the outfit.
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Isabeli Fontana at the Premiere of The Shape of Water
While it wasn’t a Tuesday, Isabeli Fontana fit right in on the red carpet in her Alberta Ferretti sweater since Izabel Goulart rocked a pretty similar outfit. Emerald earrings, a matching miniskirt and black pumps completed the ensemble.
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Sally Hawkins at the Premiere of The Shape of Water
Sally Hawkins struck a pose in a rust-colored Vivienne Westwood draped gown with green lining at the premiere. The actress worked in a pendant necklace tucked into the bodice and strappy Jimmy Choos.
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Kate Bosworth at the Photocall for Miu Miu Women's Tales
There was a lot going on with Kate Bosworth’s ivory dress, from its jazzy embellishments to those feathered short sleeves. Diamond and pearl drop earrings, a twisted top knot and black pumps boasting glitzy block heels further defined the look.
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Kiernan Shipka at the Photocall for Miu Miu Women's Tales
Kiernan Shipka’s LBD featured strategic floral accents. Silver ankle-strap platforms capped off the outfit.
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Chloë Sevigny at the Photocall for Miu Miu Women's Tales
Chloë Sevigny rocked a deep blue embellished minidress with draped sleeves. But it was her accessories that really kicked things up a notch, including oversized shades, a black drawstring pouch and plaid-strapped pumps.
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Rowan Blanchard at the Photocall for Miu Miu Women's Tales
Rowan Blanchard’s watercolor floral dress from Miu Miu's Cruise 2018 offering included a studded collar. Blinged-out black pumps punctuated the piece.
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Tavi Gevinson at the Photocall for Miu Miu Women's Tales
The burgundy shade, extended cuffs and bow-accented collar really upped the ante on Tavi Gevinson’s minidress. She perfectly coordinated her pink textured clutch to her furry sandals, but her berry lip provided some contrast.
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Zosia Mamet at the Photocall for Miu Miu Women's Tales
Zosia Mamet’s lavender long-sleeve Miu Miu Fall 2017 dress stood out thanks to its all-over leaf pattern. Dazzling drop earrings, a gray clutch, pearl-bedecked platforms and a faux pompadour rounded out the outfit.
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Laura Harrier at the Photocall for Miu Miu Women's Tales
Laura Harrier jazzed up her paillette-covered sleeveless sheath with navy flats boasting embellished buckles.
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Hailey Gates at the Photocall for Miu Miu Women's Tales
Hailey Gates topped off her matching striped separates with a grand diamond necklace. Raspberry shoes rounded out the look.
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Chloë Sevigny at the Premiere of Lean on Pete
Chloë Sevigny flaunted a lot of leg in this patterned Miu Miu dress featuring a ruffled collar and skirt. The actress accessorized with oversized gold hoops, a velvet bag and embellished Miu Miu sandals.
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Jane Fonda at the Premiere of Our Souls at Night
Marchesa’s elaborate Pre-Fall 2017 gown was covered with 3-D floral appliqués and feathers. Jane Fonda added in a clutch by René Caovilla and Pomellato jewelry to complete the ensemble.
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Julianne Moore at the Franca Sozzani Award Ceremony
Despite wind and rain, Julianne Moore still managed to shine in this red Valentino Fall 2017 layered gown. A heart clutch and Chopard jewels jazzed things up even more.
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Karolina Kurkova at the Franca Sozzani Award Ceremony
Karolina Kurkova was all about the ruffles in this tiered pink Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini piece. Dangling earrings and Giuseppe Zanotti gray velvet tri-strap sandals balanced out the look.
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Donatella Versace and Pierpaolo Piccioli at the Franca Sozzani Award Ceremony
The designers made quite an impression at the ceremony. Donatella Versace sported Atelier Versace (natch), while Pierpaolo Piccioli looked dapper in his navy tux.
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Isabeli Fontana at the Franca Sozzani Award Ceremony
The jewel tone of this strapless Alberta Ferretti gown was enhanced by those colorful gemstone earrings.
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George and Amal Clooney at the Premiere of Suburbicon
Amal Clooney glided down the red carpet in a purple Atelier Versace that included an ombre chiffon skirt styled with corresponding Lorraine Schwartz drop earrings and Aquazzura footwear. George also looked pretty polished in a Giorgio Armani tux.
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Julianne Moore at the Premiere of Suburbicon
Sticking with Valentino, Julianne Moore slipped on this Fall 2017 Haute Couture gown boasting sparkling fringe. Chopard jewelry finished things off.
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Chiara Ferragni at the Premiere of Suburbicon
Chiara Ferragni’s blush pink dress included a flowing train. A statement necklace and nude ankle-strap sandals anchored the piece.
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Rebecca Hall at the Premiere of Suburbicon
This slim black Prada gown was pretty basic save for that flashy belt buckle. De Beers jewels, a black clutch and matching ankle-strap sandals wrapped up the outfit.
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Tina Kunakey at the Premiere of Suburbicon
The model’s Armani Privé feathered frock was reined in by a black ribbon sash. She accessorized with a backward Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace and bronze sandals.
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Jennifer Carpenter at the Premiere of Brawl in Cell Block 99
Jennifer Carpenter dazzled in a metallic Sally LaPointe Spring 2017 plunging dress featuring a feathered skirt. Diamond drop earrings and asymmetric Nicholas Kirkwood black satin Maeva Pearl S sandals punctuated the look.
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Helen Mirren at the Premiere of The Leisure Seeker
Helen Mirren rocked a white tea-length Sassi Holford dress with elaborate black embroidery. Drop earrings, a black clutch and black shoes polished off the look.
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Susan Sarandon at the Premiere of The Leisure Seeker
Susan Sarandon added some edge to her revealing Boss by Jason Wu black gown by slipping a metallic-trimmed cuff over one sleeve. Diamond hoops, shades (perhaps to shield her eyes from all those flashing lights) and a black clutch rounded out the ensemble.
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Kirsten Dunst at the Premiere of Woodshock
Kirsten Dunst naturally wore Rodarte, this time favoring a frilly pink polka dot dress from the brand’s Spring 2018 collection complete with a waist floral appliqué accent. Irene Neuwirth gems and snakeskin sandals only upped the ante.
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Laura and Kate Mulleavy at the Premiere of Woodshock
The sisters behind Rodarte (and the movie Woodshock) were all about the details at the premiere. Laura Mulleavy’s white dress was trimmed with ruffles, while Kate’s lemony piece had a touch of 80s glamour courtesy of those draped accents decorating the neckline and sleeves.
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Soo Joo Park at the Premiere of Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
It’s pretty easy to spot one of Iris van Herpen’s creations on the red carpet. Here, Soo Joo Park made an impact in the designer’s sculptural Spring 2017 Haute Couture semi-sheer gown teamed with sleek Christian Louboutin sandals.
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Rebecca Hall at the Premiere of Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
This black sleeveless Monse Fall 2017 dress was really amped up by accessories. From her minimal rectangle earrings to that stark white clutch and those tassel-tied Pierre Hardy sandals, Rebecca Hall’s accents made the look.
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Jennifer Lawrence at the Premiere of Mother!
No prize for predicting Jennifer Lawrence would wear Christian Dior, but we were a tad surprised to see her in this semi-sheer embroidered Spring 2017 Haute Couture ballgown. Tiffany & Co. jewelry polished off the look.
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Michelle Pfeiffer at the Premiere of Mother!
It was a black and gold sequined Michael Kors Collection gown for Michelle Pfeiffer at the premiere. The actress also carted Tod’s Double T evening clutch.
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Rebecca Hall at the Premiere of Mother!
The silhouette created by this black Giorgio Armani creation was simply stunning. Rebecca Hall styled the dress with sparkling De Beers jewels.
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Stella Maxwell at the Premiere of Mother!
Stella Maxwell had plenty of opportunity to show off those strappy black sandals thanks to her pink one-shoulder gown’s extensive side slit. She wrapped up the look with a choker and a statement ring.
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Tina Kunakey at the Premiere of Mother!
Tina Kunakey took the plunge in a silky black dress with side cut-outs. Black pumps capped off the look.
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Coco Rocha at the Premiere of The Third Murder
Coco Rocha struck a pose in this structured strapless Zac Posen navy gown with subtle train.
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Caroline Daur at the Premiere of The Third Murder
The fashion blogger managed to stand out from the crowd in a sheer black gown with pink floral accents punctuated by ruby earrings.
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Diane Kruger at the Jaeger-LeCoultre Gala Dinner
Diane Kruger skipped a gown in favor of this 80s rocker-esque Louis Vuitton Cruise 2018 outfit. She accented her silver embellished top and teal pants with a skinny choker, a box clutch plus strappy black sandals.
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Penélope Cruz at the Premiere of Loving Pablo
Penélope Cruz rocked a white hot custom Atelier Versace because feathers. Silver Versace ankle-strap sandals tied in seamlessly with the gown’s intricate embroidery.
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