5 of the best outfits and 3 that missed the mark at the 2026 Venice Film Festival

Amal Clooney and George Clooney at the 2026 Venice International Film Festival. Aurore Marechal/Getty Images ...

September 3, 2026

It's lights, camera, fashion at the Venice International Film Festival.

New films will be screened, and the cinema will be celebrated at the annual festival, held on the island of Venice Lido from September 2 through September 12.

Each day will also welcome new celebrity guests who will hit the red carpet in eye-catching fashion.

Here's a look at the best and worst outfits so far.

Jonathan Bailey looked dapper in a tuxedo and scarf.

The "Wicked" actor wore black trousers with a satin cummerbund, a textured white top with a velvet bow tie, and an oversize blazer draped with a thin scarf.

Each piece of the suit complemented the others, and its loose fit gave the outfit a cool edge. Bailey completed the look with sunglasses.

J Balvin's outfit looked a little too much like pajamas.

The six-time Latin Grammy winner hit the red carpet in a printed, oversize suit from Emporio Armani.

Though its brown diamond print was regal, its satin material and baggy fit made it look too casual for a red carpet.

Still, he elevated the look with Miu Miu aviator glasses, diamond jewelry, and a massive gold watch.

The Clooneys matched in elegant formal wear.

The Clooneys are one of the best-dressed couples in Hollywood, so it's no surprise they arrived at the Venice Film Festival in style.

George Clooney wore a classic tuxedo with a bow tie and textured button-up top, while Amal Clooney sported a custom Tom Ford gown designed by Haider Ackermann.

It was sleeveless, form-fitting, and ruched from top to bottom.

Claire Foy probably should have ditched one accessory.

Foy matched the red carpet in a vibrant, satin gown from Bottega Veneta. It was sleeveless with a scoop neckline, a wrapped waist, and a long skirt.

The dress itself could have worked for "The Crown" star, but the leather, full-length gloves she wore distracted from the look.

Madisin Rian shimmered her way down the red carpet.

The model and influencer arrived on the red carpet wearing a sequin-covered gown from Giorgio Armani.

The halter dress was striking with its swirled pattern, shimmering attachments, and its plunging neckline. She perfected the look with silver sandals and statement diamond jewelry.

Jewel's animal-print dress was a bit confusing.

Jewel chose an animal-print gown from the Italian designer Genny for the film event.

The form-fitting piece was long and sparkling, with a deep neckline that revealed a ruched mesh halter top. The latter was also adorned with velvet, crystal-encrusted bows.

The piece distracted from what could have been a bold and memorable fashion moment.

Domhnall Gleeson proved that brown is his color.

He posed for photographers in a chocolate-brown suit, a matching top, leather dress shoes, and a bow tie.

Not only did the suit's color perfectly complement his red hair, but it was also well-tailored to him.

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