The 80th edition of the world’s oldest film festival is upon us, and 21 international films are competing for the esteemed Golden Lion prize as we speak. Held annually this time of year in the picturesque Lido Island, the Venice International Film Festival‘s Maestro red carpet has blessed us with some elite celebrity looks in 2023.
We’d like to give a shout-out to our Arab designers in particular for illuminating the Venice International Film Festival with their *stunning* standout gowns.
Check out these gorgeous Arab designs from the Venice International Film Festival 2023…
Nadine Labaki, Lebanese actress and director
Via @ramikadi on Instagram
Arab designer: Rami Kadi, Lebanese American
The dress: Black lace off-the-shoulder mermaid dress featuring a corseted bustier, ready-to-wear
Price: Dhs18,365.30
Nicole Mazzocato, Italian actress
Via @ramikadi on Instagram
Arab designer: Rami Kadi, Lebanese American
The dress: Pale orange lace gown embroidered with metallic threads and sequins with voluminous feather sleeves, from the Mantra collection
Virginia Varinelli, Italian fashion entrepreneur
Via @zuhairmuradofficial on Instagram
Arab designer: Zuhair Murad, Lebanese
The dress: White chiffon gown with beaded detailing at the bust and a one-shoulder cape, from the Resort 2023 collection
Federica Garcia, Spanish actress
Via @_federica.official on Instagram
Arab designer: Rami Al-Ali, Syrian
The dress: Strapless couture gown embellished with exquisite gold detailing, from Rami Al-Ali’s Autumn/Winter 2023 couture collection
Natalia Paragoni, Italian internet personality
Via @natyparagoni on Instagram
Arab designer: Nicolas Jebran, Lebanese
The dress: White form-fitting couture gown, from Nicolas Jebran’s La Douche collection
Paola Turani, Italian model
Via @paolaturani on Instagram
Arab designer: Zuhair Murad, Lebanese
The dress: Fitted white halter dress embellished with sophisticated beading, from Murad’s Resort 2024 collection