Sydney Sweeney brought a dreamy, vintage feel to the red carpet at the Los Angeles screening of her new movie, Americana. While the film tells a dark and gritty Western crime story, her outfit felt more like a modern-day fairytale.
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Sydney is known for her daring red carpet fashion choices, but for the LA premiere, she took a softer turn, channeling a playful, romantic vibe with a touch of old-school charm.
Sydney Sweeney turns heads at the Los Angeles screening of Americana held at Desert 5 Spot at Hollywood Volume on August 3, 2025 (Credit: Xavier Collin / Image Press Agency / Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
Inside Americana: Sydney Sweeney’s Role in a Gritty Crime-Western Drama
Americana, written and directed by Tony Tost, follows a group of people whose lives become tangled as they attempt to track down and get their hands on a rare Lakota Ghost Shirt that has ended up on the black market in a quiet South Dakota town. It mixes crime, drama, and suspense as it explores how far people will go for something precious and powerful. The ghost shirt is believed to be a spiritually significant artifact that protects its wearer from harm.
Sydney stars as Penny Jo Poplin, a shy waitress who finds herself caught in the middle of the chaos. She co-stars with Paul Walter Hauser as “Lefty” Ledbetter, a lovelorn military vet; Halsey as the mysterious fugitive Mandy Starr; Eric Dane as the dangerous criminal Dillon McIntosh; Zahn McClarnon as Ghost Eye; and Simon Rex as Roy Lee Dean, a shady antiques dealer.
Paul Walter Hauser and Sydney Sweeney star in the crime thriller Americana (Credit: Lionsgate)
Fairytale Couture: Sydney Stuns in a Danielle Frankel Corset Tulle Gown
Sydney Sweeney looked as though she’d stepped out of a modern fairytale in a soft, romantic gown by Danielle Frankel—an unexpected but striking contrast to the gritty tone of her new action-thriller. Eschewing the moody palettes often seen at such premieres, she opted for a buttery yellow hue that radiated warmth and softness. The delicate shade brought out the golden tones in her sun-kissed complexion, giving her an ethereal glow and ensuring all eyes stayed on her.
Her showstopping dress looked like it was plucked straight out of a high-fashion bridal editorial, which makes perfect sense, considering Danielle Frankel is famous for her modern approach to bridalwear. Her creations often blur the lines between wedding gown and couture piece, and Sydney’s gown was no exception.
The gown featured a strapless satin corset bodice that created a defined and structured silhouette. It boasted subtle boning that hugged Sydney’s torso so tightly, it looked like she might spill out at any moment, adding a sultry edge to the otherwise romantic design. A slightly curved sweetheart neckline framed her decolletage, softening the structure of the corset.
Sydney Sweeney looks straight out of a fairytale in a butter yellow gown by Danielle Frankel featuring a corseted bodice and a voluminous tulle skirt (Credit: Xavier Collin / Image Press Agency / Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
The waist was tightly cinched, emphasizing her figure before exploding into a voluminous skirt made of layered tulle. The material gave it a bold, structural shape like a modern tutu, adding volume and drama to the entire silhouette. The skirt brought a couture edge to the romantic design!
Vintage Glamour: Sydney’s Retro-Chic Headband & Soft Beauty
Adding to the retro flair, Sydney accessorized with a thick headband in a matching butter-yellow color, sweeping her long tresses away from her face. It perfectly mirrored the soft, creamy tone of her gown, tying her look together with a vintage polish.
Her blonde locks were styled by Glen Coco in soft waves, cascading over her shoulders, enhancing not just her Old Hollywood glow but also the romantic energy of her ensemble. Makeup artist Melissa Hernandez then kept Sweeney’s makeup simple, subtly sculpting her features with a touch of blush, soft eyeshadow, fluttery eyelashes, and natural pink lip.
As for accessories, I commend Sweeney and her stylist, Molly Dickson, for keeping them minimal, letting the gown’s intricate craftsmanship take center stage. She wore just a delicate tennis bracelet and a diamond ring from Effy Jewelry.
Sydney Sweeney injects her whimsical look with vintage glamour, styling her blonde hair in waves and with a thick yellow headband (Credit: Xavier Collin / Image Press Agency / Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
Pearl Perfection: Danielle Frankel’s Satin “Kennedy” Pumps Complete the Look
Sydney’s choice of shoes tied the entire look together with understated elegance. She wore the “Kennedy” pumps in soft pearl satin by Danielle Frankel, a celebrated New York–based bridal designer known for redefining modern romance. Founded in 2017 by Danielle Frankel Hirsch—formerly of Marchesa and Vera Wang—her namesake label blends traditional bridal elements with avant-garde tailoring, ethereal fabrics, and minimalist sophistication.
The “Kennedy” pumps, designed exclusively for Net-a-Porter, reflect Frankel’s signature aesthetic: timeless yet fashion-forward. Made in Italy, they feature a square toe and soft folds at the vamp, adding subtle texture without distracting from the gown.
Crafted in luminous pearl satin and finished with 4-inch heels, the pumps enhanced Sydney’s fairytale look while maintaining a refined, couture sensibility.
Sydney Sweeney completes her bridal ensemble with white satin Danielle Frankel Kennedy pumps featuring folded vamps, square toes, and high heels (Credit: Xavier Collin / Image Press Agency / Abaca Press / INSTARimages)
Frankel Hirsch has dressed style icons like Alexandra Daddario for her wedding, and was the first bridal designer chosen for the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, where she earned second place in 2019. Her designs—made in New York’s Garment District—are stocked by luxury retailers including Mytheresa.
✨ More Sydney Sweeney Fashion Highlights on Your Next Shoes
From red carpet glamour to edgy street style, Sydney Sweeney consistently turns heads with her fashion and footwear choices. Here are some of her most iconic looks featured on Your Next Shoes:
👠 Explore Sydney Sweeney’s Best Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- 📏 Sydney Sweeney’s Stunning Shoes and Leggy Looks Steal the Spotlight on the Echo Valley Press Tour – crystal‑embellished pumps, Romy heels, mule pumps, and more, perfectly curated across her current promotional tour.
- 📏 Sydney Sweeney Exudes Classic Hollywood Glamour in Giorgio Armani – styled in sky‑high platform sandals and retro waves, she delivers a polished Old Hollywood moment.
- 📏 Sydney Sweeney Gives Classic LBD an Edgy Twist in Leather – completes her minimalistic look with pointed‑toe Jimmy Choo Romy pumps.
- 📏 Sydney Sweeney Debuts Short Hairstyle in Sequined Miu Miu Look – towers in black platform heels while turning heads at Paris Fashion Week.