A Fiery Entrance: Sydney Sweeney Stuns in Plunging Scarlet Gown at People’s Choice Awards
Madame Web star Sydney Sweeney captivated the red carpet at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards held Sunday evening at the Barker Hangar in Los Angeles. The 26-year-old actress made a dramatic entrance in a sultry scarlet gown by Mônot that commanded attention with its plunging neckline and body-hugging silhouette.
Sweeney’s scene-stealing moment aligned with one of the most prevalent color trends for the coming year, as fiery red shades took center stage on recent runways from the likes of Valentino, Carolina Herrera and Emilia Wickstead. The hue’s popularity is clearly already igniting Hollywood, with stars like Selena Gomez, Florence Pugh and Kylie Jenner stepping out in rouge at high-profile events over the last few months.
The custom Mônot dress featured long sleeves, a cowl neckline dipping down past the actress’ torso and a thigh-high slit offering a glimpse at her strappy sandals. Sweeney kept the rest of her accessories minimal, allowing the statement gown to shine. She finished the look with simple white gold and diamond earrings and rings by De Beers, with her blond tresses swept to the side in soft curtain bangs.
Behind the elegant yet alluring style moment was Sweeney’s longtime stylist Molly Dickson, whose clients also include Lucy Hale, Ariana Greenblatt and Lana Del Rey. Dickson collaborated closely with Sweeney to create a look fitting for one of her biggest red carpet appearances yet as awards season kicks into high gear. The young star is nominated for Best Actress in a Drama Series for Euphoria and Best Actress in a Horror Movie for The White Lotus.
The actress also had a sweet reunion with singer Natasha Bedingfield, who performed her 2004 hit “Unwritten” as Sweeney danced along enthusiastically. Fittingly, the two posted for photos together on the red carpet. Both women effortlessly embodied glamour and confidence, with Bedingfield also dazzling in a dusty pink gown with a mock neckline and ruched bodice.
Of course, Sweeney is no stranger to stopping traffic on Hollywood’s step-and-repeats. The rising A-lister’s ambassadorships include luxury brands like Armani Beauty, Kérastase and Laneige, and she’s also appeared in high-fashion advertisements for Miu Miu and Tory Burch. Late last year, Ford tapped her to design a second capsule collection inspired by her own 1965 robin egg blue Mustang coupe named Britney. The line includes casual pieces like sweatshirts and baseball hats emblazoned with the iconic pony emblem.
While still early in her career, Sweeney is clearly a star on the ascent. Her daring Mônot number affirmed her fashion icon status and cemented 2024 as her year to watch for even more show-stopping style moments. And with the Oscars around the corner next month, we can likely expect another head-turning look soon. Sweeney may have heated up awards season, but it seems her fire has only just begun to burn bright.
