Monica Bellucci attends a photocall during the 55th Giffoni Film Festival 2025, embracing a masterclass in understated elegance—the kind that only a true icon can pull off.
Some looks scream for attention; others simply command it. At the 55th Giffoni Film Festival, Monica Bellucci gave a masterclass in the latter. For her photocall, the Italian icon traded vibrant hues and elaborate silhouettes for a simple yet devastatingly chic all-black ensemble. It was a powerful reminder that true style is often about a quiet confidence, an effortless grace that transcends trends.
The look was built on a foundation of clean lines and luxurious textures. Bellucci wore a black satin shirt , its lustrous fabric catching the light with a subtle sheen. The top was styled with a few buttons undone, a touch of insouciant sexiness that felt completely authentic. Paired with it was a form-fitting black skirt , its tailored silhouette hugging her curves and creating a sleek, unbroken line from top to bottom. It was a study in minimalism, but every detail was intentional. A slim, silver-buckled belt cinched her waist, adding a polished accent that drew the eye.
The accessories were chosen with the same sharp precision. She sported a pair of oversized black sunglasses that gave her a classic, mysterious allure. On her wrist, a delicate, multi-strand silver bracelet provided a hint of sparkle, complementing the subtle gleam of her belt. Her hair, styled in a polished blow-out with her signature bangs, framed her face perfectly, and her makeup was kept fresh and natural, with a focus on her luminous skin.
It’s a look that feels timeless, not just of the moment. It’s the kind of outfit that could have been worn in the 1990s or will be relevant in 2035—a testament to the power of classic style. Bellucci wasn’t trying to make a statement; she was simply embodying one.
Crochet meets cinematic melancholy—Monica Bellucci channels windswept noir in Jean-Baptiste Mondino’s moody beachside portrait for Numéro, July 2017.
There’s something haunting about Monica Bellucci standing alone on a windswept beach—storm clouds gathering, lace clinging, the sea whispering secrets behind her. It’s not just a fashion shoot; it’s a mood, a memory, a myth in motion.
Styled by Irina Marie Bondarenko, with hair by John Nollet and makeup by Letizia Carnevale, the look is a masterclass in tonal cohesion. The dress, reportedly by Dolce & Gabbana, echoes the brand’s signature reverence for Italian heritage—romantic, dramatic, unapologetically feminine. No jewelry distracts; the accessories are elemental: wind, water, shadow.
Mondino’s lens doesn’t just document—it dramatizes. The lighting is stark, almost biblical, casting Bellucci as a lone figure in a cinematic tableau. Her pose is deliberate, defiant. Is she waiting for someone—or leaving them behind?
The shoot coincided with Bellucci’s press tour for On the Milky Road , Emir Kusturica’s surreal wartime romance, adding another layer of narrative tension. The dress, the beach, the storm—it all reads like a still from a lost Fellini film, or perhaps a Dolce & Gabbana campaign directed by Antonioni.
And that crochet? It’s having a moment. From runway to resort, designers are embracing artisanal textures with a vengeance—call it “craft couture” or “lace rebellion,” but Bellucci wore it before it was trending.
Lily Collins unveils a neo-Baroque fantasy on the canals of Venice, a whimsical fashion moment (complete with a new footwear twist!) as she films the next season of Emily in Paris.
Lily Collins is typically spotted wearing a pair of towering chunky platform heels but as she films scenes for fifth season of Emily In Paris in Venice it has appeared she has ditched her killer stilettos.
The actress, 36, who stars as the titular character, has headed to Venice, Italy, for the episodes as the series will follow her character’s journey to Rome.
But as she was filmed walking around Venice and meeting cast members for lunch, Lily was spotted wearing a pair of brown Birkenstock sandals.
Wearing a bold red mini dress, Lily’s character once again proved she is still every inch the fashionista.
The bold outfit featured a puff ball skirt and some sheer long sleeves with a criss cross pattern printed all over.
The actress wore matching tights which featured a bold lining on the inside of her legs.
Lily Collins is typically spotted wearing a pair of towering heels but as she films scenes for fifth season of Emily In Paris in Venice it has appeared she has ditched her killer stilettos
The actress, 36, who stars as the titular character, has headed to Venice, Italy, for the episodes as the series will follow her character’s journey to Rome.
As she enjoyed some food, the actress was shielded her from the blazing sun as they carried an umbrella over her head as Lily walked up the steps.
Emily was left with a decision at the end of series four, as she was offered the position of the lead of the Italian Agence Grateau office.
Despite falling in love with Paris and the agency, Emily admitted she was tempted by a new life – with a new man – in Rome.
Fans will remember Emily and Gabriel’s (Lucas Bravo) romance fell apart after they finally tried to make a go of their relationship after he broke off his relationship with Camille.
Following a fake pregnancy scandal, Camille revealed she wasn’t actually expecting and Emily and Gabriel tried to work out a romantic future.
However, it wasn’t meant to be for the star-crossed lovers who were unable to work out their differences and she was pushed into the arms of Marcello, after they met on the slopes of Megève, when she was abandoned at the top of a slope by Gabriel.
They crossed paths again at a polo match in Paris and they enjoyed a night out together in the city, which lasted until the following morning when he asked her to come and visit him in Rome.
Emily followed her heart and travelled to meet Marcello, where she was also tasked with acquiring his family’s business by her boss Sylvie. However, Emily was reluctant to mix business with pleasure.
But as she was filmed walking around Venice and meeting cast members for lunch, Lily was spotted wearing a pair of brown dBirkenstock sandals
Wearing a bold red mini dress, Lily’s character once again proved she is still every inch the fahsionista
The bold outfit featured a puff ball skirt and some sheer long sleeves with a criss cross pattern printed all over
The actress wore matching tights which featured a bold lining on the inside of her legs
As she enjoyed some food, the actress was shielded her from the blazing sun as they carried an umbrella over her head as Lily walked up the steps
The pair hit a stumbling block when he learned of her plans to try and secure a professional relationship with his family, who owned a luxury cashmere company, but they eventually managed to iron their issues out.
