Sydney Sweeney just sparked a major fashion debate after showing up to Variety’s Power of Women event in Beverly Hills wearing a bold, nearly see-through silver gown. The night was meant to celebrate women’s achievements, but the spotlight quickly shifted to Sweeney’s daring look. A curve-hugging, ultra-sheer Christian Cowan dress had the social media buzzing within minutes, and not for good reasons.
Sydney Sweeney called out for her silver dress at a women’s empowerment event
During her speech at the event, Sydney Sweeney talked about what it’s like to be underestimated in Hollywood. “I know what it feels like to be underestimated, to have people define you before you’ve had a chance to define yourself.”
Sweeney also connected her upcoming role as boxer Christy Martin to her own journey in the industry. “Everyone of us has our own fight, and Christy reminds us all that strength doesn’t look loud sometimes, and sometimes it’s just about getting back up again and again, no matter who’s watching.”
“Playing her taught me that surviving isn’t the end of the story; it’s the beginning of reclaiming it,” the 28-year-old told the crowd. “And to every young girl out there, I hope that you know that your power is already within you. You don’t have to wait for permission to be brave. You don’t have to shrink yourself to make others comfortable, and if you fall, you can just get right back up, and that’s where your story can begin.”
Still, the spotlight ended up being just as much about Sydney Sweeney’s outfit as her speech. Netizens argued that the dress clashed with the event’s theme of empowerment.
One person pointed out that while she spoke about being underestimated, her revealing dress drew attention away from her words. Others called the look beautiful but inappropriate for the occasion, with one remarking that it “overpowered rather than empowered.” (via Page Six.)
Just a couple of days ago, in an interview with Variety, Sweeney reflected on how the public often misunderstands her. She shared that while people may label her a “sex symbol” because of the roles, that perception isn’t accurate. According to her, she simply feels confident and empowered in expressing herself on her own terms.
Originally reported by Rishabh Shandilya on Mandatory.
