The 80th Venice Film Festival started this week, uniting industry figures and filmmakers to celebrate cinematic excellence. Yet, the Hollywood strike raises doubt about international A-listers gracing the red carpet. Despite exciting films on display, the major labor dispute could result in the absence of beloved stars.
Since its launch in 1932, this prestigious event has celebrated global cinema, creativity, and compelling storytelling. Over ten days, it offers filmmakers, both established and up-and-coming, a crucial platform for favorable reviews and global visibility. Additionally, it's renowned for its iconic red carpet fashion moments.
Arab designers have been making a big impression at the Venice International Film Festival 2023. Discover the celebrities who garnered attention while wearing Arab fashion on the red carpet.
Raya Abirached chose an immaculate white dress with intricate feather detailing at the hem, designed by the talented Rami Al Ali. Accessorized with Bvlgari jewelry and styled by Cedric Haddad, the social media sensation absolutely perfected her appearance.
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Angelina Frerk
Angelina Frerk, a prominent figure on social media, exquisitely wore a one-shoulder floral dress created by Georges Hobeika and complementing her attire with Swarovski jewelry.
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Federica Garcia
Newcomer Spanish actress Federica Garcia chose a strapless couture gown decorated with intricate gold trimmings from Syrian designer Rami Al-Ali's Autumn/Winter 2023 couture collection.
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Nadine Labaki
Lebanese actress and filmmaker Nadine Labaki attended the "Cartier" event at the 80th anniversary of the festival while dressed in a black lace ready-to-wear gown by Rami Kadi.
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Nicole Mazzocato
Expecting Italian actress Nicole Mazzocato wore a pale orange embroidered gown from Rami Kadi's "Mantra" collection.
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Natalia Paragoni
The Italian online celebrity, who became a mother in July, also impressed her fans by wearing a white, body-hugging dress designed by Lebanese couturier Nicolas Jebran.
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Paola Turani
Italian model Paola Turani donned a tight white halter-neck dress from Murad's Resort 2024 collection, featuring detailed embellishments. When paired with graceful accessories, the entire ensemble was truly flawless.
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Virginia Varinelli
Italian blogger and author Virginia Varinelli appeared in a white chiffon gown featuring bead embellishments at the bodice and a one-shoulder cape from the Resort 2023 collection by Lebanese couturier Zuhair Murad.