With Controversy Behind Her, Sydney Sweeney Enjoys American Eagle Favorites and Quality Time with Her Dog

Published 09/25/2025, 11:41 PM EDT

Sydney Sweeney, queen of the vacation photo dump, is back at it again, serving up glimpses of a seemingly idyllic life that manages to be both aspirational and intimately relatable. Her social media feeds, which have previously been flooded with sun-drenched European getaways, vintage car adventures, and flawless red-carpet moments, often manage to eclipse her actual acting work. From her viral shots in Italy wearing effortless summer wear to her recent posts showcasing cozy, casual weekends, her life frequently becomes its own trending topic. This time, however, the star shared a moment with her beloved pet and her favorite American eagle picks

This curated post suggests a deliberate pivot toward tranquility, shifting focus away from recent controversies of  American eagle.

Sydney Sweeney’s favorite from American Eagle

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Sydney Sweeney offered her followers a relaxed, casual snapshot of her personal life by sharing a playful Instagram Story. The image captured the star enjoying quality time with her dog, Sully, and was captioned: "Sully + me + our American Eagle fav." She further promoted the brand by including a clickable link that directed her fans to her featured fashion choices. The simple, unpretentious post also served to redirect attention away from recent public scrutiny.

Following a period of intense media interest and controversy, the actress appeared intent on presenting an image of normalcy. The controversy surrounding her American Eagle campaign arose from the pun great jeans/genes, which critics denounced as having unintended eugenic undertones, prompting the brand to assert the campaign was simply about denim. The focus was deliberately shifted to her personal comfort, her affectionate dog, and her upcoming projects.

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Following her personal retreat, Sydney Sweeney’s career is set to pivot back to high-profile cinema with her adaptation of the novel, The Housemaid.

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Sydney Sweeney's professional focus now shifts to a compelling new thriller project, The Housemaid. The plot centers on a naive young woman who accepts a position in a strange, affluent household. This new job soon spirals into a psychologically damaging and manipulative game between the young woman and the sinister family she serves.

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The film project is being produced by Sydney Sweeney’s own banner, Fifty-Fifty Films, indicating her growing influence behind the camera and her completely different off-screen empire. She will also star in the movie, continuing her exploration of complex female characters. The compelling narrative involves elements of suspense, class commentary, and a disturbing adoption subplot, promising a tense and intriguing theatrical release for her dedicated audience.

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What are your favorite from Sydney Sweeney's pick? What do you think about the controversy? Let us know in the comments below.

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Soma Mitra

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Soma is a journalist at Netflix Junkie. With a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication, she brings production experience from documentary films like Chandua: Stories on Fabric. Covering the true crime and docu-drama beat, she turns psychological thrillers into sharp, audience-aware storytelling.

Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui

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