While she’s been gracing our screens for several years now, it was her role as Cassie Howard in Euphoria that skyrocketed Sydney Sweeney to a new level of fame in 2019. Now a staple on the red carpet, Sweeney is known for her classic style yet sultry style (see: her Versace look from an Emmys after-party in 2022).Fashion designers have taken notice of Sweeney too; the star has fronted campaigns for both Miu Miu and Tory Burch. Whether she’s going for Old Hollywood glam or embracing the blonde bombshell aesthetic, the actress is certainly one to watch on the red carpet.
Keep scrolling for Sydney Sweeney’s best red carpet looks to date.
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Sydney Sweeney in custom Miu Miu at the 2024 Met Gala
Sweeney's 2024 Met Gala ensemble was perhaps her most surprising look yet. Debuting a new jet-black bob, the star was almost unrecognizable. A custom Miu Miu gown and black leather gloves completed her transformation, which felt very on theme for "Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion."
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Sydney Sweeney in Balmain at the ‘Immaculate’ Beyond Fest premiere in 2024
The actress continued the celebrations for the premiere of her new film, Immaculate, this time wearing a piece of literal art designed by Balmain. The top is made entirely of white ceramic, and Sweeney paired it with simple wide-leg trousers.
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Sydney Sweeney in custom Miu Miu at the 2024 GLAAD Media Awards
Returning to her signature Old Hollywood glam once again, Sweeney showed up at the 35th annual GLAAD Media Awards wearing a custom Miu Miu gown in a stunning shade of silvery blue. The actress paired her bedazzled dress with simple jewelry and loose waves.
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Sydney Sweeney in Richard Quinn at 'Immaculate' SXSW premiere in 2024
Sweeney channeled a little bit of 1980s Madonna with lace stockings and a white Richard Quinn dress at the Austin, Texas premiere of Immaculate. Simple accessories included pearl earrings from Octavia Elizabeth and diamond rings courtesy of Jennifer Meyer.
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Sydney Sweeney in archival Marc Bouwer at the 2024 Vanity Fair Oscars Party
In a stunning tribute to not one but two Hollywood icons, Sweeney wore the gown that just so happened to have hit the red carpet 20 years prior, when Angelina Jolie wore it to the 2002 Oscars. The dress, designed by Marc Bouwer, is the epitome of Old Hollywood glam, and in it, Sweeney bears a striking resemblance to the one and only Marilyn Monroe. Sweeney's choice to wear an archival gown comes at a time when many celebrities are opting for vintage—think Anne Hathaway in 1993 Valentino or Hailey Bieber in 1998 Thierry Mugler.
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Sydney Sweeney in Giorgio Armani at the Giorgio Armani ‘One Night In Venice’ Event in 2023
Sweeney went for classic Hollywood glam at a Giorgio Armani event in Venice, Italy, wearing a black lace ballgown by the brand. She kept her accessories simple with a diamond necklace and matching stud earrings.
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Sydney Sweeney in Alexander McQueen at the 2023 ‘Variety’ Power of Young Hollywood event
Sweeney gave biker chic a try at Variety’s Power of Young Hollywood event. She wore a black leather bustier top with a coordinating skirt by Alexander McQueen, which she accessorized with black pointed-toe pumps.
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Sydney Sweeney in Schiaparelli at the ‘Reality’ New York premiere in 2023
Sweeney mastered sultry elegance in this black strapless number from Schiaparelli that featured sheer panels and layered ruffles down the length of the dress. She let the daring garment take center stage by pairing it with beachy waves and two diamond rings.
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Sydney Sweeney in Miu Miu at the 2023 Met Gala
The actress arrived at the 2023 Met Gala in a blush pink gown by Miu Miu that was dripping in romantic details, including crystal embellishments, a black bow on the skirt, and a dramatic train. She completed the look with diamond jewelry and a black chiffon bow in her long, voluminous waves.
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Sydney Sweeney in Miu Miu at the ‘Reality’ Berlin premiere in 2023
Sweeney rocked a completely different Miu Miu look (including a hair color change) at the premiere of her film Reality at the Berlin International Film Festival. This red-hot gown was adorned from top to bottom with sequins for a dazzling red carpet appearance.
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Sydney Sweeney in LaQuan Smith at the 2022 ‘GQ’ Men of the Year Awards
We’re still not over the LaQuan Smith dress Sweeney wore to the GQ Men of the Year Awards, which featured asymmetrical sleeves, a mock neck, a bodice cutout, and — the shining glory of the design —a silver armor breastplate. She accented the edgy look with silver rings and a smoky eye.
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Sydney Sweeney in Oscar de la Renta at the Emmy Awards in 2022
For the Emmys, Sweeney wore a light gray Oscar de la Renta gown with a column silhouette, sparkling floral appliqués, and a bustled train. She finished off the sophisticated look with five-carat diamond earrings from Fred Leighton and peach lips.
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Sydney Sweeney in Versace at HBO’s Emmys After-Party in 2022
Switching it up for the Emmys after-party, Sweeney opted for a sleek and sexy dress by Versace in a gorgeous emerald green hue. It featured draping on the skirt and bodice, latex sleeves, and chest- and ab-baring cutouts.
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Sydney Sweeney in Tory Burch at the Met Gala in 2022
The actress made her Met Gala debut in a white Tory Burch gown with a corset bodice, a peplum waist, and a detachable skirt. She styled the gown with silver heels by Aquazzura and Boucheron jewelry.
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Sydney Sweeney in Miu Miu at a ‘Euphoria’ Event in 2022
At the season 2 premiere of Euphoria, Sweeney served an ultra-glam look in this white two-piece ensemble from Miu Miu. The bandeau top and maxi skirt were adorned with crystals, which she paired with a thin belly chain and white opera gloves.
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Sydney Sweeney in Saint Laurent at the People’s Choice Awards in 2021
Sweeney loves a retro style moment, and she delivered an instant classic in this Saint Laurent minidress at the People’s Choice Awards. She complemented the plunging bow neckline with two diamond choker necklaces and a bold red lip.
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Sydney Sweeney in Cong Tri at the ‘GQ’ Men of the Year Awards in 2021
The actress chose a white minidress by Cong Tri, complete with a textured bodice and a waist cutout, for the GQ Men of the Year Awards. She paired the look with simple white pumps and pearl drop earrings.
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Sydney Sweeney in Armani Privé at the LuisaViaRoma for Unicef event in 2021
Sweeney looked like a real-life princess in this sheer Armani Privé gown with a tiered skirt and an oversized bow on the bodice. She added more sparkle to the look with crystal-embellished Jimmy Choo heels and pink gemstone earrings.
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Sydney Sweeney in Prada at ‘The White Lotus’ L.A. Premiere in 2021
Sweeney tapped Prada for the elegant tea-length dress she wore to the season 1 premiere of The White Lotus. She accessorized with black pumps and a hair clip from the fashion house to pull back her side-swept curls. “I feel like I’m looking at myself from the ’60s,” the actress told Vogue of her look. “This is my Breakfast at Tiffany’s dream.”
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Sydney Sweeney in Ralph & Russo at the ‘Vanity Fair’ Oscar Party in 2020
For the Vanity Fair Oscars after-party in 2020, Sweeney stayed true to her ultra-feminine style in this floral Ralph & Russo gown with a strapless neckline and extended train. Blue drop earrings completed her colorful look.
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Sydney Sweeney in Giambattista Valli at HBO’s Emmys After-Party in 2019
A long ruffled train and puff sleeves added some drama to this floral Giambattista Valli dress Sweeney wore to HBO’s Emmys after-party. A diamond choker necklace, crystal-embellished heels, and a matching belt finished off this glamorous ensemble.
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Sydney Sweeney in Marchesa at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards in 2019
Sweeney stunned at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards in this strapless red gown by Marchesa. She amplified the bold hue by accessorizing the look with red drop earrings and a matching floral headband.
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Sydney Sweeney in Rasario at the ‘Harper’s Bazaar’ Icons Party in 2019
Sometimes all you need is a simple mini to slay the red carpet, and Sweeney certainly stood out at the Harper’s Bazaar Icons event in this red velvet minidress from Rasario. She elevated the look with matching velvet pumps and a diamond choker necklace.
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Sydney Sweeney in Miu Miu at the ‘Euphoria’ L.A. Premiere in 2019
Euphoria has a notably edgy aesthetic, but Sweeney went for a completely different vibe at the show’s season 1 premiere in a floral two-piece ensemble by Miu Miu. Champagne heels by the brand and pink Irene Neuwirth earrings were the finishing touches of this romantic look.
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Sydney Sweeney in Reem Acra at the Emmy Awards in 2018
The actress was the picture of elegance at the Emmy Awards in this lace Reem Acra gown with a strapless neckline. The rhinestone belt added some dimension to the silhouette and complemented her diamond jewelry.
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Sydney Sweeney in Carolina Herrera at ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Premiere in 2018
Sweeney opted for a playful tea-length dress by Carolina Herrera for the season 2 premiere of The Handmaid’s Tale. The design included black beaded straps, a drop waistline, and a pink-and-yellow tulle skirt.