Dressed to perfection, Elle Fanning made a stylish statement at the London photocall for "A Complete Unknown," wearing a powerful tailored ensemble from Bottega Veneta's Pre-Spring 2025 collection. The actress, who portrays Bob Dylan's early 60s love interest, Sylvie Russo, opposite Timothée Chalamet, illustrated how traditional suiting can be reinvented for the red carpet.
The sharp grey wool suit mirrors the film's enchanting 1960s setting while feeling decidedly modern. Fanning's role as Russo, a university student and artist, adds another layer of intrigue to James Mangold's highly anticipated biopic, which chronicles Dylan's transformative period in 1965 as he controversially pivoted to electric guitar and revolutionized the music world.
What elevates this ensemble beyond conventional suiting is the styling’s attention to detail. Beneath the steely grey wool, Fanning wears a striking red and off-white patterned cotton shirt that extends beneath the suit’s jacket, introducing a dynamic element that enlivens the entire look. The choice of the brand’s signature Madame loafers grounds the outfit in its luxurious business-forward spirit.
Fanning's slicked blonde hair and minimalist styling choices echo the thoughtful restraint of her character, who witnesses Dylan's meteoric rise from a Minnesota musician with two dollars in his pocket to a worldwide sensation. Her choice of Bottega Veneta bridges Hollywood glamour and sophisticated restraint, underscoring why Fanning remains one of fashion's most stylish stars to watch.
The film promises to be a defining moment for both Fanning and Chalamet, as they bring to life one of music's most pivotal periods. As Mangold noted, "it's such an interesting true story and about such an interesting moment in the American scene," surely a sentiment reflected in Fanning's red carpet appearance.
