Madonna combines fur and lace for the ultimate sultry combo in Venice


Madonna styled sumptuous fur with delicate lace while enjoying a romantic gondola ride in Venice, Italy – see fashion-forward pictures


Madonna in 2017© Getty Images
Maria Sarabi
Maria SarabiFashion & Lifestyle Writer
April 1, 2026
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Madonna infused her Venice sartorial agenda with a touch of sultry delight as she graced a city's infamous speedboat in the ultimate ensemble. The hitmaker style two equally sumptuous fabrics together – fur and lace. 

The singer wore a black furry top that boasted dramatic, puffy shoulders with a pair of black lace gloves as she posed for a photograph on the canal. The monochromatic look was teamed with a diamond-encrusted necklace, matching earrings, and oversized sunglasses featuring red lenses.

Madonna's signature blonde locks were styled into soft waves while her makeup oozed soft glam, courtesy of a pinch of blush and red-stained lip.

Madonna in fur top and lace gloves© Instagram
Madonna styled lace with fur

The 67-year-old is visiting the Italian destination as part of her filming schedule for season two of The Studio, alongside actress Julia Garner. The pair were sure to recreate the infamous gondola scene from the star's 1984 hit "Like a Virgin".

Madonna on boat in venice with boyfriend dressed in fur and lace gloves© Instagram
Madonna enjoyed a romantic boat ride

Madonna and Julia posed for a photograph, wearing matching outfits that consisted of striped white and navy T-shirts, navy blazers, slouchy jeans, and raffia hats. The pair were also spotted rehearsing a dance in a studio.

"Venice was Fun…………," Madonna captioned her Instagram post. 

Madonna's sartorial agenda

Madonna in black lace dress arrives at the Dolce&Gabbana fashion show© Getty Images
Madonna at the Dolce&Gabbana fashion show

The singer is no stranger to a daring lace number. Back in February, Madonna attended the Dolce & Gabbana fall/winter 2026 show in a silk black slip dress that featured delicate lace embroidery on the cups and hemline. The garment was cinched at the waist via a lace-up corset.

Madonna layered the look with a fitted black blazer  and sheer tights. For a pop of bold color, she added a pair of bright blue latex gloves, with the look completed with patent-black pointed-toe stilettos and oversized sunglasses. 

The Studio

Madonna and Julia Garner wearing matching outfits on gondala in venice
Madonna and Julia Garner wore matching outfits

While Madonna's role in the show has yet to be confirmed, she was reportedly seen on set alongside Michael Keaton, Donald Glover and Julia Garner, who are all set to appear in the new season. They join returning stars Seth Rogen, Chase Sui Wonders and Kathryn Hahn. The Studio took home 13 Emmy awards back in September.

The Apple TV comedy's synopsis reads: "As movies struggle to stay alive and relevant, Matt and his core team of infighting executives battle their own insecurities as they wrangle narcissistic artists and craven corporate overlords in the ever-elusive pursuit of making great films."

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