There were years when stars vied with one another to wear pieces from the latest collection by the designer of the moment, and stylists lived on the catwalk to ensure this happened. Today, significance is measured by the choice of a garment of museum-quality, one that suggests the priceless value of the wearer as well. First impressions from the Venice Film Festival

As the 83rd Venice Film Festival gets underway, the Italian city is set to come alive as a plethora of star-studded guests hit the red carpet in all of their finery.

There were years when stars vied with one another to wear pieces from the latest collection by the designer of the moment, and stylists lived on the catwalk to ensure this…