Venice International Film Festival 2021: From Zendaya to Dakota Johnson, check out the best red-carpet looks in photos

The 78th annual Venice International Film Festival began on September 1 and the event so far has given some of the best red-carpet looks. With some of the year's most anticipated films premiering in Venice, all eyes are on the festival, which has returned after its 'restrained' iteration last year. The star-studded event marks the resumption of the in-person ceremony. Following stringent COVID-19 protocols, celebrities have graced the event with their fashion best. The Italian city has a unique beauty and your favourite film stars are making it shine even brighter with their powerful looks. So far the looks have ranged from classic to daring, including floor-length gowns, dresses from mini to ankle-length and elegant pantsuits.

Zendaya's outfits at the Venice Film Festival were eye-catching and classic. For the premiere of 'Dune', the actress wore a nude-coloured sculpted leather gown by Balmain. She graced her look with a beautiful necklace that featured a cabochon-cut emerald.

Jessica Chastain wore a red sequined strapless gown by Atelier Versace.

Sarah Gadon made a standout appearance at the Venice Film Festival. The actor opted for a white sequined Armani Privé gown and complimented her look with a bright red lip.

Mellow yellow! Bianca Balti posted at the festival flaunting her stunning gown. The Italian model took us back to that iconic MET Gala moment in our minds.

Timothée Chalamet gave us the festival's best menswear moment as he walked the red carpet into the premiere of his sci-fi epic 'Dune.' Chalamet's custom crewneck and trousers had a velvety texture and flecks of silver.

Kate Hudson's appearance at the Venice Film Festival is stunning, to say the least. The actor pulled off an impressive red Chantilly lace and tulle Valentino gown and walked the red carpet for the 'Mona Lisa And The Blood Moon' premiere.

Model Mariacarla Boscono attended the screening of 'Madres Paralelas' at the festival in a gorgeous burgundy dress with side slits. She completed the look with burgundy tights, black pointed pumps and emerald jewellery.

Dakota Johnson set the fashion standard high in Venice for red carpet style. The actress attended the film festival wearing a sheer silver jewel-adorned Gucci gown.

Cynthia Erivo turned heads at the 78th Venice Film Festival with her unique outfit choice. The entire look was all kinds of wonderful: glamorous, daring and beyond extravagant.