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Michael Fassbender Tops Best-Dressed List at Venice Film Festival, Phoebe Bridgers Ranks Worst

A Daily Mail poll reveals celebrity rankings for red carpet style at the Venice Film Festival.

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Michael Fassbender Tops Best-Dressed List at Venice Film Festival, Phoebe Bridgers Ranks Worst

Michael Fassbender has been voted the best-dressed celebrity at the Venice Film Festival, according to a poll conducted by the Daily Mail. The "X-Men" star secured the top position for his "dapper suit and stylish sunglasses combo."

Spanish actor Javier Bardem came in second place, with Australian actor Guy Pearce earning third for his suit and bow tie ensemble.

Other celebrities who ranked highly include Ellen Burstyn, Amal Clooney, and Penélope Cruz. Burstyn, 93, was noted for a vibrant orange dress, while Clooney, 48, was praised for a "figure-hugging black gown." Cruz, 52, was recognized for a floor-length gown featuring a plunging neckline and statement shoulder straps.

On the other end of the spectrum, singer Phoebe Bridgers was voted the worst-dressed. Her "naked dress" reportedly failed to impress voters, and an earlier appearance with unshaven legs also drew attention.

Nicola Peltz also appeared in the bottom five for a "bold cut-out cobalt blue gown by Balenciaga." The poll allowed readers to vote on every celebrity ensemble featured on the red carpet throughout the ten-day festival.


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