Zoë Kravitz and Adèle Exarchopoulos Bring Dual Elegance to the 2017 Venice Film Festival in Saint Laurent and Louis Vuitton

The 2017 Venice Film Festival delivered some of the most memorable red-carpet fashion moments of the decade.

Over the years, the prestigious event has become synonymous with cinematic artistry and couture elegance — and that year was no exception. Stars like Rebecca Hall, Penélope Cruz, and Amanda Seyfried all showcased designer looks that perfectly blended Hollywood glamour with Italian sophistication.

That same season, Zoë Kravitz and Adèle Exarchopoulos brought their distinct takes on contemporary elegance to the Venetian red carpet. Zoë embodied Saint Laurent’s sultry edge, while Adèle radiated effortless French minimalism at the premiere of “Racer and the Jailbird.”

Zoë Kravitz Channels Saint Laurent’s Velvet Edge in Sleek Black Mini Dress and Stiletto Sandals

Zoë Kravitz at the “Racer and the Jailbird” premiere during the 74th Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, on September 8, 2017 (Credit: Daziram / Future Image / WENN)

The 28-year-old actress and singer donned a black velvet dress from Saint Laurent’s Fall 2017 collection that perfectly suited her style.

Zoë Kravitz turned heads at the 74th Venice Film Festival in a sleek black velvet Saint Laurent mini dress paired with minimalist ankle-strap stiletto sandals

The dark dress featured long sleeves, a V-shaped neckline, a high hemline, ruched detailing, and multicolored floral embroidery with sequin embellishments. Zoe completed her look with her signature cropped hair and a pair of black ankle-strap sandals.

Her cropped pixie cut and delicate neck tattoos added edge to the refined red-carpet look, complemented by small gold hoop earrings

From sleek red-carpet heels to standout street-style sandals, Zoë Kravitz consistently makes bold footwear choices that embody her signature mix of edge and elegance. Explore some of her most memorable shoe and fashion moments featured on Your Next Shoes:

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Close-up of Zoë Kravitz’s classic black suede ankle-strap sandals, showcasing the slim straps and high stiletto heels that completed her Saint Laurent ensemble

Adèle Exarchopoulos Radiates Parisian Elegance in Strapless Louis Vuitton Satin Gown and Sandals

Adèle Exarchopoulos exuded effortless sophistication at the Venice Film Festival in a custom strapless satin Louis Vuitton gown with a leather waistband and side slit

Meanwhile, 23-year-old French actress Adele stepped out in a custom satin strapless gown from Louis Vuitton, which featured a bustier top, a side slit detail, a black leather waistband, and leather-trimmed faux pockets.

The French actress showcased her gown’s sleek structure and contemporary detailing from every angle, completing the look with statement Dauphin jewelry and minimalist black sandals

Adele kept her beauty look simple, opting for minimal makeup and a sleek center-parted bob. Dauphin jewelry and black sandals provided the finishing touches to her red carpet look.

Adele Exarchopoulos at the “Racer and the Jailbird” premiere during the 74th Venice Film Festival in Venice, Italy, on September 8, 2017 (Credit: Daziram / Future Image / WENN)

The Venice Film Festival has always been where cinematic artistry meets couture fantasy.

In 2017, Zoë Kravitz and Adèle Exarchopoulos embodied that intersection with looks that struck the perfect balance between sensuality and restraint — one defined by Saint Laurent’s velvet edge, the other by Louis Vuitton’s sculptural grace. Their red-carpet moments captured the effortless sophistication that continues to make Venice a fashion pilgrimage for stars and designers alike.

From unforgettable past appearances to the standout premieres of today, explore more of the festival’s most glamorous shoe and style moments below.

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