Distinct Styles at Film Festivals
Every film festival showcases its own unique flair. For instance, Cannes enforces a rigid black-tie dress code, prohibiting anything that strays into the realms of excessive volume or transparency, which are seen as overly informal. In contrast, the Venice Film Festival adopts a more laid-back atmosphere, where celebrities often make appearances in innovative outfits complemented by chic sunglasses and a hint of perspiration. The Telluride Film Festival in Colorado embraces a deliberately casual vibe, with stars opting for everyday attire like worn denim jackets and cozy autumn sweaters. Conversely, the London Film Festival embraces a much more inclusive approach to fashion, allowing for a wide spectrum of styles on its red carpet. Celebrities have been spotted in everything from Barry Keoghan’s relaxed jeans to Greta Gerwig’s commanding power suit. Below, we highlight both the most stylish attendees and the more unusual fashion choices.
The Most Fashionable Attendees at the London Film Festival
The trend of sheer dresses continues to thrive, as evidenced by Mia Goth’s stunning powdery violet chiffon creation, designed by one of London’s most sought-after designers, Conner Ives. Ayo Edebiri exuded elegance reminiscent of an Ancient Greek statue in a flowing white satin gown by Chanel, while Elle Fanning successfully pulled off the often-criticized ensemble of dress paired with trousers, thanks to designer Simone Rocha. Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott opted for leather instead of traditional suits, joining numerous other stars clad in all-black attire. This choice only highlighted the joyful contrast of Sir Ian McKellen’s vibrant, rainbow-hued knitted scarf.
And the Most Unusual Looks
While some fashion choices were intriguing, others left us puzzled. Claire Foy’s outfit resembled a rather opaque trapezoid, raising eyebrows rather than praise. Barry Keoghan turned heads at the Hamnet screening in baggy jeans and pristine white sneakers, evoking the image of a hesitant younger sibling reluctantly attending a family gathering. Kirsten Dunst’s red jacket paired with houndstooth trousers brought to mind a very particular style reminiscent of former Prime Minister Theresa May. Jeremy Strong’s olive green corduroy baseball cap felt like an excess of one too many olive green corduroy items. Meanwhile, Bradley Cooper’s outfit would have benefited from an iron, and Ben Mendelsohn’s choice of a powdery blue faux fur coat accessorized with his pet chihuahua certainly raised eyebrows, leaving many to wonder about the inspiration behind the look.
