Actress Sydney Sweeney has found herself at the center of an unexpected controversy after attending her “Anyone But You” co-star Glen Powell’s sister’s wedding in Texas over the weekend. The star’s choice of an ice blue V Chapman dress with a plunging neckline has divided social media users, with many questioning whether the pale blue gown was appropriate for a wedding guest.
The debate ignited after the bride, Leslie Powell, shared a photo with Sweeney on her Instagram Story. While Leslie wore a traditional white off-the-shoulder wedding dress, Sweeney stood beside her in the pale blue, flowing gown that some observers felt was too close in color to the bride’s attire, according to Daily Star.
“LOVE Sydney but that dress is too light of a blue for a wedding,” one social media user posted on X (formerly Twitter). “The #1 [rule] of a wedding is DON’T WEAR ANYTHING EVEN CLOSE TO WHITE.”
Color Controversy or Wedding Theme?
While critics voiced their disapproval, defenders of Sweeney pointed out that the dress was definitively blue, not white, and that the lighting in photos may have made the color appear lighter than it actually was. Moreover, evidence suggests that the pale blue color may have been part of the wedding’s theme, not a faux pas on Sweeney’s part.
Cosmopolitan reported that other photos from the event show multiple guests wearing similar ice blue shades, indicating that the Powell family likely requested this specific color palette for their celebration. This context has led some to argue that the online controversy is entirely manufactured.
“Discourse around weddings are always insane because the bride clearly isn’t bothered by Sydney Sweeney’s dress (she literally posted this pic herself), yet people will go insane over how it’s too close to white, immodest, and entirely inappropriate for a wedding,” wrote one defender on social media. “Like, chill out.”
sydney sweeney at glen powell's sister wedding 🤍 pic.twitter.com/ohquIkBgA4
— ໊ (@sydneycrave) March 31, 2025
Timing Amid Personal Changes
The wedding guest controversy comes at a significant moment in Sweeney’s personal life. Recent reports indicate that the actress has ended her engagement to restaurateur Jonathan Davino after seven years together. The couple, who became engaged in 2022, had reportedly planned to marry in May of this year.
According to Us Weekly, Sweeney and Davino are now “officially split,” with a source claiming she is “telling friends she is single.” The breakup follows earlier reports that the couple was experiencing relationship difficulties but trying to work through them.
“A lot of their issues stem from Sydney being extremely busy with work commitments,” an insider previously told the outlet. “She doesn’t have a lot of downtime, and it causes tension in their relationship. Sydney is really focused on her career.”
Co-Star Connection Fuels Speculation
Sweeney’s appearance at Powell’s sister’s wedding has inevitably fueled speculation about a potential romantic connection between the co-stars, particularly in light of her recent breakup. The pair generated significant buzz for their chemistry while promoting their romantic comedy “Anyone But You” earlier this year.
However, no concrete evidence of a romantic relationship between Sweeney and Powell has emerged. Their continued friendship and professional connection offers a more straightforward explanation for her presence at the family wedding.
Sydney Sweeney is back in the spotlight!
— Bored Panda (@boredpanda) April 1, 2025
After attending Glen Powell’s sister’s wedding in a light blue dress, Sweeney became the target of some harsh backlash 👰🏼♀️
(link below ⬇️) pic.twitter.com/0WiptSixTj
Wedding Etiquette Evolution
Beyond the specifics of Sweeney’s situation, the social media reaction highlights evolving discussions around wedding guest attire expectations. Traditional wedding etiquette has long maintained that guests should avoid wearing white or anything that could be mistaken for white at weddings.
However, modern weddings often include color themes that guests are encouraged to follow, and some brides are relaxing the strict color prohibitions of previous generations. The divergent reactions to Sweeney’s dress reflect this tension between traditional expectations and evolving wedding customs.
As wedding season approaches, Sweeney’s dress controversy serves as a reminder of how personal style choices can unexpectedly become fodder for public debate – especially for celebrities navigating both professional obligations and personal life changes in the public eye.
