Venice Film Festival: The 25 best beauty looks of all time

Oscar-winning actress Emma Stone graced the 82nd Venice Film Festival with her signature elegance. The star opted for a peachy palette, complete with a porcelain complexion, a pale lip and a fiery red pixie cut that oozed Sixties mod vibes.

At the 16th Venice Film Festival, Sophia Loren's classic beauty was on full display. With her signature cat-eye liner and perfectly coiffed hair, she exuded timeless elegance that continues to inspire makeup artists to this day.

Nicole Kidman's timeless elegance was perfectly complemented by her undone side parted updo and minimalistic makeup which showcased her alabaster complexion. Her radiant complexion, flawless base and soft curls exuded a natural, effortless charm that remains an inspiration for beauty enthusiasts today. 

Zendaya’s appearance at the 78th Venice Film Festival showcased her radiant beauty. With her dramatic makeup, slicked waves, and luminous skin, she reminded us that sometimes more is indeed more.

Former Victoria's Secret model Stella Maxwell channelled ice queen aura with her breathtaking beauty blend back in 2024. The star wore her blonde hair swept up in a flapper girl coiff, elevated by a slick side parting and a matte complexion.

Doll-like glamour was on the agenda for Taylor Russell's 2024 Venice Film Festival look. The actress looked divine with a dewy complexion and a dark rose pink lip - topped off with a sleek 1920s-inspired pixie cut. 

Scarlett Johansson's vintage hairstyle at the opening ceremony and The Black Dahlia premiere, complete with a butterfly diamond hair barrette, have become an iconic Venice beauty moment. She made the stunning appearance at the 63rd Venice Film Festival with a plum lip which perfectly captured the essence of the old-Hollywood era's glamour and sensuality. 

Angelina Jolie's sultry and smoky eye makeup at the 64th Venice Film Festival (a bumper year for beauty looks btw) turned heads and set trends for years to come. Her pink lips plus smouldering gaze, teamed with classic pearls and a bouffant updo added an air of ladylike allure to the red carpet.

Charlize Theron's luminous skin and soft, golden makeup at the 64th Venice Film Festival were a masterclass in achieving a radiant and ageless look. Her choice of tonal lipstick and blush added a touch of softness to her overall appearance.

Keira Knightley's ethereal beauty look at the Atonement premiere for the 64th Venice Film Festival had all the hallmarks of a pre-raphaelite era beauty. Her brown mane, adorned with celestial stars, and dusky pink eyeshadow highlighted her feminine sense of style. 

Naomi Campbell's voluminous waves and blunt fringe framed her face beautifully, catching the light with a gorgeous shine. The makeup was all about glowing skin, warm bronzer, and a soft lip, paired with teal eyeliner; making her look radiant on the red carpet.

Natalie Portman's chic beauty look at the opening ceremony of the 67th Venice Film Festival was a subtle nod to her turn as a ballet dancer in Black Swan. Her bronzed skin, side swept bun waves, and  smudged eyeliner created a captivating stage-worthy allure.

When your mother is Vanessa Paradis and your father is Johnny Depp, you may have picked up a thing or two about stealing the show on the red carpet. At the premiere of Planetarium during the 73rd Venice Film Festival the budding actress did just that. Lily-Rose Depp stunned with elegant relaxed waves and smouldering eyes.

Jennifer Lawrence's delicate beauty was on full display at the 74th Venice Film Festival. Her soft, sophisticated makeup and elegant Grace Kelly-esque french twist epitomised classic beauty. Her updo showcased the power of refined simplicity.

Amal Clooney's bold and vibrant makeup look at the 74th Venice Film Festival was a true showstopper. Her dramatic plum lipstick blue and retro coiffed faux bob added a refreshing burst of old-Hollywood glamour to the Suburbicon screening's red carpet, proving that classic beauty looks transcend the ages.

Zoe Kravitz's vibrant beauty look at the 74th Venice Film Festival was a celebration of colour and individuality. Her bold, eyeshadow and modern wet-look tousled pixie cut at the Racer And The Jailbird screening showcased her fearless approach to beauty. 

Lady Gaga's romantic beauty look at the 75th Venice Film Festival embodied the festival's elegance. Attending the festival for her turn in A Star in Born with rose hued makeup and fluttering lashes, as well as sculptural platinum bun, she embraced celebrated the glamour of the occasion.

Supermodel Bianca Balti rocked a sleek, middle-parted hairstyle that exuded modern elegance. The dewy skin and barely-there makeup kept her look fresh and minimal, with neutral tones enhancing her natural beauty. A chic statement that stood out in its simplicity for the Madres Paralelas screening at the 78th Venice International Film Festival.

Jodie went for straight and sleek hair, perfectly complementing her minimalist makeup. The soft contouring, neutral eyeshadow, and nude lips created a timeless and refined look, perfectly suited for the red carpet of The Last Duel. Understated yet stunning.

Penélope Cruz's modern take on a classic beauty look at the 78th Venice Film Festival to attend the Competencia Oficial red carpet was nothing short of breathtaking. Her bold lips, sleek hair and oversized bun, as well as flawless skin was completed with a classic smokey eye.

Jodie Turner-Smith's bold choice of pink and orange ombre eyeshadow perfectly complemented her striking hazel-hued contact lenses, making them pop on the red carpet. Her daring beauty looks that year became a defining moment of the festival's beauty history.

Barbara Palvin's minimalist yet captivating beauty look at the 79th Venice Film Festival set a new standard for  angelic glamour. Her iconic thick eyebrows, subtle eyeshadow, and signature nude lips showcased her natural beauty while her 1970s flicked bangs and gilded flower crown added a bohemian edge.

Best known for being the first Filipino to walk in the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Kelsey Merritt attended the Tar red carpet at the 79th Venice Film Festival and her beauty look was a masterclass in modern elegance. Her radiant skin, soft pink lips, and understated eye makeup perfectly complemented her elaborate updo, creating a look of timeless beauty.

The Molly's Game actress sported a warm bronzy eye and a glossy rose lip by makeup artist Kristofer Buckle at the 80th Venice Film Festival for the Memory premiere. Jessica wore her locks in a smooth side parting, courtesy of hairstylist Christian Wood.