Armani's Enduring Legacy at the 83rd Venice Film Festival

The 83rd Venice International Film Festival, which runs until September 12, is notable for being the first held without Giorgio Armani, who died during the final days of the 2025 festival. Even in his absence, the Armani brand is prominently featured, with branded boats ferrying guests and elegant gowns and suits gracing the red carpet. For the ninth consecutive year, Armani Beauty serves as the official beauty sponsor, hosting its exclusive Armani Cinema Club and featuring talents like Jonathan Bailey, Sydney Sweeney, Nicholas Galitzine, and Madisin Rian. George Clooney donned an Armani tuxedo while accepting the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement. The brand's cinematic roots trace back to Richard Gere’s attire in Paul Schrader's 1980 film 'American Gigolo'. Global makeup artist Hiromi Ueda, inspired by Marlene Dietrich for the Armani Privé A/W 2025 collection, highlights Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda's influence on natural beauty. Armani Beauty ambassador Vittoria Ceretti reflects on how makeup enhances character narratives. The festival also included events such as the Armani Beauty dinner featuring Kendall Jenner and J Balvin, showcasing Armani's enduring impact on Hollywood's red carpet sophistication.