Rebecca Hall’s Best Venice Film Festival Looks & The Shoes That Stole the Show

The 2017 Venice Film Festival wasn’t just a showcase of cinema—it doubled as a runway where stars delivered red carpet moments to rival Cannes. Among the standouts, Rebecca Hall distinguished herself with a juror’s wardrobe that balanced bold experimentation and refined sophistication.

From dramatic gowns to pared-back classics, she consistently paired her looks with footwear that elevated the ensembles, proving why she belonged on every best-dressed list.

Below, we revisit her most memorable Venice appearances, highlighting the shoes and styling choices that cemented her status as one of the festival’s fashion icons.

1. Photocall Chic: Altuzarra Resort 2018 & Punchy Red Ankle-Strap Sandals

The 35-year-old actress attended the jury photo call in a sleeveless crossover dress from Altuzarra’s Resort 2018 collection.

Rebecca Hall kept it chic at the 74th Venice Film Festival jury photo call on August 30, 2017, wearing an Altuzarra Resort 2018 printed wrap dress paired with bold red ankle-strap stiletto sandals that highlighted her polished pedicure (Credit: WENN / Cinzia Camela)

The dress featured a V-shaped neckline, intricate embroidery, and fringed trim. She kept the styling simple, opting for a center-parted bob and red ankle-strap sandals.

Rebecca Hall showcases her perfectly polished dark pedicure in sleek red ankle-strap stiletto sandals

2. One-Shoulder Drama: Armani Privé at the “Downsizing” Premiere & Sleek Black Sandals

For the “Downsizing” premiere, Rebecca stepped out in a dramatic Armani Privè look that sent fashion critics into a frenzy.

This Fall 2017 gown featured a one-shoulder design, sequin embellishments, and crinoline details. It also had a column silhouette, a floor-length skirt, and multicolored embroidery. She finished her look with statement jewelry, a black clutch, and black sandals.

Rebecca Hall turned heads at the “Downsizing” premiere during the 74th Venice Film Festival on August 30, 2017, in a dazzling Armani Privé Fall 2017 one-shoulder gown adorned with sequins and multicolored embellishments, paired with sleek black sandals and a matching clutch (Credit: WENN / Cinzia Camela)

3. Tailored at Dinner: Gabriela Hearst Coat Dress & Malone Souliers “Eunice” Heels

Rebecca also made a stylish appearance at the festival’s opening ceremony dinner in a white double-breasted coat dress from Gabriela Hearst.

This Resort 2018 number featured a notch lapel collar, long sleeves, a V-shaped neckline, and an A-line silhouette. Rebecca styled it with pink lips, a center-parted bob, and a nude bag from the label’s Fall 2017 collection.

Rebecca Hall embraced tailored sophistication at the Venice Film Festival’s opening ceremony dinner on August 30, 2017, in a crisp white double-breasted Gabriela Hearst Resort 2018 coat dress, styled with a nude Demi bag and vibrant jade-green Malone Souliers “Eunice” sandals trimmed in rose-gold leather (Credit: Alberto Terenghi / IPA / INSTARimage)

She added a pop of color to her ensemble with a pair of Malone Souliers “Eunice” sandals in jade-green satin. These open-toed shoes, edged in rose-gold leather and set on 100mm heels, feature buckle-fastening ankle straps and elegant cut-out details.

Malone Souliers “Eunice” Metallic Leather-Trimmed Satin Sandals, $615

4. Grecian Glow: Prada Ivory Gown with Gold Details

Rebecca Hall radiated Grecian glamour at the “First Reformed” premiere during the 74th Venice Film Festival on August 31, 2017, in a flowing ivory Prada gown with a plunging neckline and gold-beaded waistband, styled with a matching gold clutch and De Beers jewelry

Rebecca channeled her inner Grecian goddess at the “First Reformed” premiere in a dreamy sleeveless ivory gown from Prada. The gown featured a plunging neckline, a gold beaded panel, and a floor-length pleated skirt.

She styled the dress with a tousled bob, soft pink lips, a gold Prada clutch, and De Beers jewelry.

Rebecca Hall glowed at the “First Reformed” premiere during the 74th Venice Film Festival on August 31, 2017, highlighting her tousled bob, soft pink lips, and the gold-beaded detailing on her ivory Prada gown (Credit: WENN / Cinzia Camela)

5. Timeless in Black: Prada Gown, Jeweled Belt & Ankle-Strap Platforms

Rebecca Hall channeled classic Hollywood glamour at the “Suburbicon” premiere during the 74th Venice Film Festival on September 2, 2017, wearing a black Prada gown with delicate straps, a jeweled belt, and a daring thigh-high slit, paired with black ankle-strap platform sandals and a matching clutch (Credit: WENN / Cinzia Camela)

For her second Prada look, Rebecca opted for a classic black ensemble at the “Suburbicon” premiere, featuring a floor-length gown with delicate shoulder straps, a bejeweled belt, and a thigh-high slit.

Rebecca Hall exudes classic Hollywood glamour in a sleek black Prada gown with delicate straps, a thigh-high slit, and a jeweled belt, paired with black ankle-strap heels

She rounded out her elegant look with a black clutch, De Beers jewelry, and black ankle-strap platform sandals.

Rebecca Hall flaunts her perfectly polished dark pedicure in sleek black ankle-strap platform sandals

6. Velvet Moment: Monse LBD & Pierre Hardy “Majorelle” Sandals

Rebecca Hall brought velvet sophistication to the “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” premiere during the 74th Venice Film Festival on September 4, 2017, in a black Monse Fall 2017 dress accented with asymmetrical embellishments, paired with raspberry velvet Pierre Hardy “Majorelle” lace-up sandals that added a bold pop of color (Credit: WENN / Cinzia Camela)

Rebecca continued her stylish run in a black velvet dress from Monse’s Fall 2017 collection. The dress featured a bateau neckline, a sleeveless design, and a buckled waist.

Rebecca Hall exudes effortless elegance in a black velvet Monse dress with asymmetric embellishments, paired with eye-catching Pierre Hardy “Majorelle” lace-up sandals in raspberry at the Venice Film Festival

She styled it with side-parted waves, soft pink lips, and a white clutch. Pierre Hardy heels enlivened her look and added a pop of color to her ensemble.

Rebecca Hall radiates effortless beauty with tousled waves, soft pink glossy lips, and subtle smoky eye makeup

The “Majorelle” sandals are made of raspberry velvet with a contrasting black leather trim. They feature a peep-toe silhouette, stiletto heels, black suede ankle ties, and black tassels for a dramatic flourish. Crafted in Italy, these sandals are also available in khaki suede.

Rebecca Hall adds a bold touch to her look with raspberry velvet Pierre Hardy “Majorelle” sandals featuring black suede ankle ties and a peep-toe design that showcases her perfectly polished pedicure

Pierre Hardy “Majorelle” Sandals, $745

7. Classic Hollywood: Giorgio Armani at the “Mother!” Premiere & Elegant Peep-Toe Heels

Rebecca Hall stuns in a sleek black gown with a daring plunging neckline, accessorized with diamond jewelry, a glittery box clutch, and elegant peep-toe heels at the Venice Film Festival

Finally, Rebecca looked stunning in a black Giorgio Armani gown that hugged her figure perfectly at the “Mother!” premiere. It featured thin shoulder straps, a V-shaped neckline that showed off her décolletage, and a layer of black tulle.

Rebecca Hall adds a touch of glamour with a black glittery box clutch featuring a structured design and a sleek wrist strap

She kept her beauty look simple with smoky eyes, soft pink lips, and a center-parted bob. Black sandals, a black clutch, and De Beers jewelry completed her look.

Rebecca Hall at the “Mother!” premiere during the 74th Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, on September 5, 2017 (Credit: WENN / Cinzia Camela)

What do you think of Rebecca Hall’s looks at the 2017 Venice Film Festival? Which one’s your favorite?

More Rebecca Hall Shoe Moments Worth Noting

Beyond the Venice Film Festival, Rebecca Hall has continued to captivate fashion enthusiasts with her footwear choices at various high-profile events.

Notably, during the 2017 New York City Ballet Fall Fashion Gala, she donned silver sandals that perfectly complemented her white Monse Resort 2018 dress and highlighted her elegant ankle tattoo.

At the Iron Man 3 premiere, she turned heads in a bold black Prada dress paired with metallic silver strappy heels, demonstrating her flair for edgy sophistication.

In March 2024, while promoting Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Hall embraced a playful aesthetic by combining a vibrant red Akris dress adorned with organza flower appliqués with black Roger Vivier loafers featuring crystal buckles, effortlessly blending comfort with a touch of sophistication.