51 looks from the Venice Film Festival that have missed the mark over the years

Brad Pitt's all-black ensemble could have been suave, but the loose fit made it look boxy instead of chic. 

If it had been tailored better and paired with just a bit of flash, the look would've been a hit — and probably distracted us from that mullet. 

Diaz sported a black dress with an oversized teal shawl and a thin red necklace. 

The colors and proportions of Diaz's outfit just didn't complement each other, and the shawl and dress looked like they belonged at different events. We wish Diaz had ditched the shawl so we could've seen the black leopard print on her dress, and made the ensemble a little more formal with some gold or silver jewelry instead. 

As with Diaz the year prior, we're confused why Pfeiffer opted for this winter accessory in September — especially when her spaghetti-strap dress was made for spring. 

We wish Pfeiffer had just let her dress take center stage, and maybe swapped the black pumps for some pink or purple heels that would've popped. 

The multicolored pattern on Flockhart's knee-length and spaghetti-strap dress kept reminding us of that cup you could get at every mall food court in the '90s. 

Since it was only 2002, we can (kind of) forgive the retro pattern. But we wish the dress had at least been a maxi or dressed up with more accessories. It just felt like the kind of easy, breezy sundress you throw on before running to the store. 

Moore has rocked plenty of fantastic all-black outfits on the red carpet, but this ankle-length dress just didn't look sleek or sophisticated. 

The crumpled mesh sleeves were especially distracting, and the unfinished and ragged hem is what reminded us of a witch's costume. 

Zeta-Jones's gown could have had major goddess potential with its gorgeous sky-blue color and off-the-shoulder detail. 

But there was just too much fabric. The long sleeves combined with the lavender embroidery also made the ensemble look too busy. If the dress had been sleeveless and had less detailing gathered in the middle, we think it could've been fit for Mount Olympus. 

We're crazy about this seafoam-green color, which is rarely seen at awards shows. 

But the shiny fabric paired with an organza shawl made this ensemble feel more fitting for a bridal party than the red carpet. We would've loved to see this dress done in a different fabric and accessorized with a gold purse and jewels rather than the white shawl. 

The lilac color of Hudson's co-ord set is lovely, and the bohemian energy very much stayed true to her brand. But there were so many different design details that they ended up clashing together instead of working in harmony. 

We wish the outfit had ditched the feathers on the bottom of the crop top and skirt — which made it look more like a costume. The big purple rose at the center of Hudson's top also took away from the pretty design. 

Black and pink have been so tied to bachelorette parties and the MTV classic "My Super Sweet 16" that it's just really hard to make the colors work together anymore for anything else. 

The silhouette of Hayek's dress is great, but we wish she had gone either full black or hot pink for a more sleek and grown-up look instead. And we would've ditched the ribbon in the middle — it makes the outfit look a bit juvenile. 

The bootcut jeans, white tank, and glittery bolero jacket were a classic early aughts combination at Abercrombie & Fitch. 

There's a place for denim on the red carpet, but pairing it with the simple tank top felt uninspired. We're all for breaking the mold — we just know Jolie could've gone a lot bolder. 

From the bright-red flowers and ruffled edges to the silk fabric and huge roses pinned in the middle, there was a lot going on in this look. We appreciate that Streep tried to balance it with some plain black slacks, but it made her outfit look unbalanced. We do love the strappy red heels, which added some fashion to the overall ensemble. 

Streep could've benefited from a shorter top and some white pants, which would've made the look feel a bit more chic and Italian.

Miller's strapless baby-blue gown was so close to hitting the mark. We love the fresh color, the sheer paneling at the bodice, and her playful white purse. 

But these harness straps feel completely out of place. The dark color is jarring against the soft dress, ruining the fluidity of the overall ensemble. 

We appreciate that Carter was trying to channel a wedding gown with a twist for the premiere of her film "Corpse Bride" at the 2005 festival. The actress' silk gown was a stunning color, but there were too many elements competing with each other. 

Carter's ensemble featured a pleated skirt, large floral belt, ruffled sleeves, and black piping around the neckline. Overall, it looked more like a nightgown than a red-carpet moment. 

It seems even the Venice Film Festival couldn't escape the trends of the early aughts. Headey walked the red carpet in a minidress that featured a drop-waist skirt and sheer lacy striped top. 

While the outfit would've been perfect for an episode of "The O.C.," it wasn't formal enough for the red carpet. The ensemble might have worked better if it had been a longer dress, and paired with some glittering heels instead of wedges. 

There was so much to love about Bullock's dress, from the subtle black lace to her perfect Old Hollywood hairstyle. 

But the sheer paneling down the front of the gown was distracting, and the bow on her collar made the overall look a little less sophisticated. If the sheer panels had been down the sides instead of the front, it could've still given Bullock's dress some edge. 

Weisz sported a long brown dress with a plunging neckline to the 2006 Venice Film Festival. 

While the silhouette of the gown was pretty, the brown color was lackluster and the red belt didn't match. 

Mendes had some gorgeous daytime looks, but this strapless, leopard-print gown by Dolce & Gabbana felt more resort than red carpet.

The black lace draped over a white slip gave Jolie's gown a matronly aesthetic, especially paired with both pearls and an updo.

We think the dress could have worked with a different slip or shorter length, as well as a different hairstyle or necklace to make the overall look feel a bit more fresh. 

Lawrence's dress at the 2008 festival was a gorgeous teal color, but the drop waist and silk fabric just didn't work together. Plus, the dress wrinkled easily. 

We wish the dress would've been allowed to flow a little more. A long train and gold jewelry could've also highlighted the beautiful color and given Lawrence more of a goddess moment.

The gown featured a mirrorball top, a sheer micro-ruffle high-low skirt, and some very strappy stilettos. 

We love the drama of the high-low skirt, but the overall effect would've been more glamorous if it had been done in a different fabric, like satin. 

Madonna's Vionnet gown could've been as fresh as spring. But we didn't love the neckline or sleeves on the dress, especially paired with the singer's big waves.

A simple updo could've made the neckline less busy, or the sleeves could have been swapped for a simple spaghetti strap. 

Beading from head to toe is always a bit risky, and Benson's 2012 gown just ended up looking heavy. Her tight updo and smoky eye shadow also didn't work as styling choices. 

We wish Benson had gone with big waves to soften the look and add some movement. Neutral makeup would've also let the shimmer of the gown take center stage. 

The royal purple of Daddario's gown is gorgeous, but the brocade print felt uninspired and old-fashioned. 

A strapless opaque purple bodice — maybe even a crop top! — paired with the sheer skirt instead would've made the print look less overwhelming. 

The textured fabric on the front of the bodice could have improved the look, but the dark fabric made the embellishments hard to see.

We appreciate that Franco tried to mix things up with his open button-down shirt underneath the classic jacket, but they didn't work together.

Leaving the cuffs unfolded made the jacket look too small for Franco's figure, and the jacket's fabric — which appears to be velvet — felt dated. 

The strapless dress would have worked better if it didn't have a black base pattern.

The dress had a tea-length skirt, gray lace, and quarter-length sleeves. 

The asymmetrical skirt was fun, but the color and thick lace made the gown look dated and dull.

The embellishments on her strapless Marc Jacobs gown looked random instead of creating a high-fashion look, though the silhouette of the dress was stunning.

Johnson's hair and makeup were flawless as well.

The dress might have been right for a beach party, but it fell flat on the red carpet.

The dress was pretty with its white under-layer that flowed into bell sleeves.

But it wasn't dressy enough for the festival red carpet.

The sheer lace, sweetheart neckline, and form-hugging silhouette were all beautiful.

But the asymmetrical stripes detracted from the overall look.

Because the dress had both an overwhelming pattern and no structure, Portman got lost in it.

She still looked elegant thanks to an updo and minimalist jewelry, though.

The A-line dress had black spaghetti straps and a black belt.

It was pretty, but it looked more like a prom look than a film festival gown both because of the texture and Fanning's age.

The floral top, corset-style mid-section, and lace skirt didn't fit together, although they were pretty pieces individually.

Carrey paired a metallic, gray suit with a black shirt and black shoes. The suit had a lightly striped pattern.

The look was a bit too monochrome, and Carrey's black shirt dampened the effect of the pattern. Plus, the structure of the suit looked old-fashioned, which was odd with the modern pattern. 

But the combination of polka dots, ruffled sleeves, and a tiered skirt was just too much together.

If the dress had just been patterned or just ruffled, it would have worked.

The dress had a cute puffy skirt and strapless neckline, but it felt too tropical for the red carpet.

The one-shoulder dress had a sparkly black cape and an off-white bodice.

The silhouette was gorgeous, but the cape made it look like a pageant gown.

The short sleeve gown had the outline of a dress embellished on it.

The dress was definitely high-fashion, but the optical illusion wasn't obvious enough against the light fabric to be a hit.

With bright flowers, polka dots, and ruffles, the dress was just a bit much. 

Considering the Venice Film Festival takes place at the end of summer, the choice seemed odd.

Reilly paired his classic black tuxedo with a black pocket square and an oversized silk tie that seemed like a modern take on an old-fashioned cravat. 

The asymmetrical tie was interesting, but it didn't look right with Reilly's ensemble. His outfit could have been more successful if he had embraced the vintage feel with his whole look.

But padded sleeves and an oversized black belt detracted from the ensemble.

The gown would have been best-dressed material if it was slightly sleeker.

The combination of flowing fabric and print made it hard to actually see the person wearing the gown.

There's no denying that this metallic Haider Ackermann suit is sleek, sexy, and sophisticated. But the matching shirt underneath just gives us too much extra silver. A simple shirt underneath — or even a tank that matched his belt and collar — could've added some balance.

But the long sleeves and full skirt looked cumbersome and at odds with the effervescent fabric.

The dress was a bit too on the nose to be fashionable, as it ended up looking more like a costume.

The gown also had a fun slit and a low neckline.

But it was hard to notice all of that because of the gown's red, leopard-print fabric.

Maybe Smith was trying to channel the 1960s with his outfit at the "Last Night in Soho" premiere, but the proportions weren't balanced. 

We don't mind the wide-leg slacks, but Smith should've paired them with a tighter shirt to get the sleek effect. 

From the ruffled, green sleeves to the striped, sparkly skirt, the dress was overwhelming.

We loved the low neckline and intricate draping on the skirt, though, and thought the gown could have been a knockout with a simpler skirt.

Although the dress had pretty elements, like the neckline and pink ruffled trim, the gray lace that covered the gown made it look dated.