‘Euphoria’ Star Sydney Sweeney Waves Goodbye to Summer With a Dreamy Photo Dump, and Fans Already Have a Favorite
The first pumpkin on a porch has become the unofficial signal that summer is over, and even Hollywood’s busiest stars aren’t immune to the seasonal shift. That’s exactly what inspired Sydney Sweeney’s summer photo dump, a carousel packed with Italian glamour, lake days, and plenty of adventure. It’s a relatable way to close the season, especially for a star who has had one of the most talked-about years in entertainment.
And what a stretch it has been. The 29-year-old celebrated her birthday earlier this month at the Venice Film Festival alongside her partner, Scooter Braun, who shared a sweet Instagram tribute in her honor. Looking ahead, she’s set to return to screens next year with the highly anticipated sequel to ‘The Housemaid’, along with several other projects.
On Friday, September 25, Sweeney shared a 20-photo carousel on Instagram, joking in her caption that spotting pumpkins on someone’s front porch was her sign that it was time for one last summer post. The playful framing set the tone for a relaxed, nostalgic look back at her season.
The cover photo shows her greeting a white horse while wearing baggy, dark-wash overalls over a classic white tee. Other slides feature mirror selfies, a German Shepherd playing with a ball, and shots of her hanging out on a lake with friends.
Some of the most striking images transport fans straight back to Italy. In one Venice snapshot, Sweeney stands aboard a classic wooden boat on the city’s canals, wearing a white strapless dress, black sunglasses, and a sleek black clutch, with historic palazzos lining the water behind her.
Another mirror selfie, taken in a marble bathroom, shows her in a flowing powder-blue gown with fluttery sleeves, a rosette detail at the hip and a dramatic high-low hem. Together, the shots capture the dreamy, old-world glamour of her Italian getaway.
The carousel isn’t all couture, though. Sweeney also posed atop a rocky hillside in a light gray baby tee and matching Warm Up Booty Shorts from her own brand, SYRN, finishing the look with chunky white sneakers, loose natural waves, and black sunglasses.
Water played a big role in her summer, too. The post included a photo of her snorkeling while holding hands with Braun, who wore striped swim trunks, alongside clips of her waterskiing and jet skiing. Other slides showed her painting and ended with a warm sunset.
Unsurprisingly, the post sparked a flood of reactions. Many fans singled out the second photo, which shows Sweeney diving underwater, as their favorite, with some commenters joking that the picture summed up her entire summer. Hello magazine noted that the expertly lit shot almost left her followers speechless.
Not everyone online took it so seriously. Some social media users jokingly wondered what critics would find to pick at this time, a nod to how closely every Sweeney post tends to be scrutinized.
The carousel also offered a rare glimpse into her relationship. Sweeney and Braun, 45, shared a kiss on a balcony in one romantic portrait, with the actress wearing a frilly white blouse and matching miniskirt. The couple has been increasingly open about their romance, making appearances together throughout the summer.
With fall officially here, Sweeney’s calendar is only getting busier. Beyond ‘The Housemaid’ sequel, reports have also named her as the frontrunner to play Britney Spears in an upcoming project. For now, though, she’s clearly savoring the last warm memories of a summer well spent.
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