As the sun set, the Lido red carpet glowed like an open stage. The first steps of the stars sounded like the pulse of a film, and Cartier, ever-present, was a guiding light.
Returning for the sixth time as an official partner of the Festival, Cartier not only illuminates red carpet moments but also quietly nurtures the language of cinema through the Cartier Masterclasses, The Art and Craft of Cinema series, supporting talent both in front of and behind the camera. From this same initiative, the Cartier Glory to the Filmmaker 2025 was awarded to director and artist Julian Schnabel, celebrating an extraordinary creative journey.
And then, as the auditorium doors closed, the flashes outside began to write a film dedicated to jewellery and legend. In that serenade of light, each star carried a chapter of the Cartier story.
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Riley Keough – Cafayate Necklace, a masterpiece that took 1,460 hours to create

Above It took 1,460 hours to create this exquisite jewellery masterpiece

Above Riley Keough on the red carpet for Jay Kelly at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival (2025), wearing a Cartier Cafayate necklace (photo: Getty Images)
Under the Venetian sky, Riley Keough shone in a minimalist couture dress, with the Cafayate necklace from the En Équilibre collection taking centre stage. The piece, which took 1,460 hours to craft, combines yellow and rose gold, 51 rare “Umba” sapphires, and two large opals.
Amal Clooney – Timeless Elegant Panthère & Grain de Café

Above Panthère de Cartier earrings and Grain de Café ring

Above Amal Clooney on the red carpet for Jay Kelly at Venice 2025, wearing Panthère de Cartier earrings and a Grain de Café ring (photo: Getty Images)
Amal Clooney appeared beside George Clooney like a romantic scene from a film. The Panthère de Cartier earrings and Grain de Café ring caught the light, enhancing the purple tones of her asymmetrical dress. On Amal, Cartier became a bridge between intelligence, elegance, and timeless beauty.
Trieu Dao – Sixième Sens & Panthère Pelage watch

Above Trieu Dao, jury member at the Venice 2025 closing ceremony, wearing the Sixième Sens par Cartier necklace and earrings and the Panthère Pelage watch (photo: Getty Images)
Among the judges, Trieu Dao radiated a commanding presence. The Sixième Sens par Cartier necklace and earrings, crafted in white gold with jade, quartz, onyx, and diamonds, gave her the aura of a silver screen queen. On her wrist, the Panthère Pelage watch conveyed a classic yet striking style, a testament to Cartier’s pinnacle of craftsmanship.
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Emma Corrin – Genderless Personality Geometry & Contrasts

Above Emma Corrin on the red carpet in a new design from Cartier’s Géométrie and Contrastes collection (photo: Cartier)
Emma Corrin surprises with her selection from the Géométrie and Contrastes collections. The rings and earrings blend yellow and white gold with onyx and diamonds, creating a modern, angular look that transcends gender boundaries. Emma’s appearance evokes a contemporary noir, where Cartier affirms individuality today, celebrated through the diversity of shapes.
Fernanda Torres – Panthère Massai: Subtle power

Above Fernanda Torres on the Venice 2025 red carpet wearing the Panthère de Cartier collection: vintage earrings (2005) and Panthère Massai ring (photo: Getty Images)
Fernanda Torres rekindled the spirit of the panther, Cartier’s emblem, with the Panthère earrings (2005) and Panthère Massai ring in yellow gold, set with diamonds, sapphires, and onyx. On the Venice Film Festival red carpet, the combination appeared both strong and gentle, like the graceful yet spirited steps of a ferocious creature in the night.
Emanuela Fanelli – Elegant and minimalist Pluie de Cartier

Above Emanuela Fanelli on the Venice 2025 red carpet wearing the Pluie de Cartier jewellery set, matching earrings, necklace, and bracelet (photo: Getty Images)
As host of the opening and closing ceremonies, Emanuela Fanelli chose the Pluie de Cartier set of earrings, necklace, and bracelet. Sparkling like a shower of diamonds, the minimalist lines offered a striking contrast on the red carpet, like a gentle pause in a serenade of light.
Gemma Chan – Contemporary beauty with Cartier jewellery

Above Gemma Chan on the Venice 2025 red carpet in Armani Privé, paired with Cartier jewellery (photo: Instagram/@gemmachan)

Above Gemma Chan on the Venice 2025 red carpet in Armani Privé, paired with Cartier jewellery (photo: Instagram/@gemmachan)
On the red carpet for the Frankenstein premiere, Gemma Chan looked radiant in an Armani Privé design, complemented by Cartier jewellery. The combination of contemporary beauty and classic sophistication made her a living testament to how Cartier continues to accompany the art of storytelling through fashion and cinema.
Jacob Elordi – Tank Louis Cartier creates a subtle highlight

Above Jacob Elordi on the red carpet at the Venice 2025 premiere of Priscilla wearing the iconic Cartier Tank watch (photo: Getty Images)
Jacob Elordi appeared with a Tank Louis Cartier watch, leaving a refined impression among the actors. Like a close-up in a film, the watch serves not only as an accessory but also as a style statement, blending seamlessly with his youthful yet timeless cinematic presence.
The 2025 Venice Film Festival is not only a celebration of the seventh art but also a showcase of jewellery. Cartier composed an exquisite symphony of diamonds and gold on the ancient Lido steps. Each star became a musical note, each piece of jewellery a wordless dialogue. As the lights gradually dimmed, the echoes of that brilliance lingered, like an endless film etched into the memories of Venice.
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