Critically Kind takes on Taylor's fashion
Out and about | New York City, NY | November 3, 2023
Sézane ‘Jessie Brown Python Print Loafers’ – $265.00
The heeled loafer/oxford is a long beloved style in Taylor’s wardrobe. Down the line, I can totally see her rewearing this pair with a pleated mini skirt or dress.
There’s also something about wearing a python print the week after your latest re-record release that is not particularly subtle.
Worn with: Gant sweater, Mansur Gavriel bag, and The Row pants
Photo by Gotham ℅ Getty
Out and about | New York City, NY | November 3, 2023
Gant ‘G Pattern Collar Sweater’ – $200.00 $87.00
Perhaps it’s the combination of the colour palette of this collared sweater paired with wide leg pants but this feels like a throwback to the 70s energy first established in the early days of promotion during the Midnights era. There’s something modern Daisy Jones about it.
I think a pair of wide leg pants a bit more fitted through the waist and hip would have created a more balanced shape for the entire ‘fit. But I do appreciate the autumnal tonal vibes consistent throughout the ensemble.
In terms of creating a consistent fashion story, Taylor’s last two times wearing Gant were as part of significant outings with Travis (the SNL after party #hardlaunch and Chiefs v Jets game). Worth mentioning as we head into yet another KC Chiefs game weekend.
Worn with: Mansur Gavriel bag, The Row pants, and Sézane loafers
Photo by Gotham ℅ Getty
1989 (Taylor’s Version) | October 27, 2023
Christian Louboutin ‘Zazou Glitter Oxfords’ – no longer available
Out and about | New York City, NY | October 27, 2023
Hunting Season ‘The Trunk in Satin w/ Tassels’ – $925.00
All of Taylor’s fashion hallmarks were on display here with this outfit: 1) An enviable high/low mix by pairing high street like Madewell with designer like Gianvito Rossi 2) Repeating pieces like her Acne Studios corduroy skirt, last seen October 2022 3) Supporting smaller, indie designers like NY-based brand Hunting Season. Which also, in my opinion, has a not-too-farfetched reference to “I Know Places”.
Worn with: Madewell blazer, Jacquie Aiche earrings + Foundrae necklace charm, Mazin Jewelry necklace + Foundrae chain, Acne Studios skirt, and Gianvito Rossi boots
Photo by Getty
Out and about | New York City, NY | October 27, 2023
Gianvito Rossi ‘Ankle Boots’ – $1,220.00 $850.00
Lovingly, it is never truly a fully ‘Taylor’ outfit without an element of quirk or something slightly ‘off’ to make it interesting and ‘her’. I perhaps would have gone with this pair of boots in black, but Taylor opted for another rich colour to add to the palette of the outfit.
Worn with: Madewell blazer, Jacquie Aiche earrings + Foundrae necklace charm, Mazin Jewelry necklace + Foundrae chain, Hunting Season bag, and Acne Studios skirt
Photo by Getty
Out and about | New York City, NY | October 27, 2023
Jacquie Aiche ‘Marquise Center Flying Thunderbird Drop Stud’ – $4,550.00
Jacquie Aiche ‘3 Graduated Teardrop Sophia Diamond Chain Double Stud’ – $3,200.00
Foundrae ‘Forever & Always A Pair Oval Pendant’ – $1,450.00
Worn with: Madewell blazer, Mazin Jewelry necklace + Foundrae chain, Hunting Season bag, Acne Studios skirt, and Gianvito Rossi boots
Photo by Getty
Out and about | New York City, NY | October 27, 2023
Mazin Jewels ‘Toggle Clasp Necklace’ – $89.00
Foundrae ‘Belcher Chain Choker’ – $6,365.00
A classic Taylor high/low.
Worn with: Madewell blazer, Jacquie Aiche earrings + Foundrae necklace charm, Hunting Season bag, Acne Studios skirt, and Gianvito Rossi boots
Photo by Getty
Out and about | New York City, NY | October 27, 2023
Madewell ‘Larsen Blazer in Leather’ – $548.00
This is a great example of Taylor dressing to formula. While we haven’t seen her in this exact combination before, to me it struck a similar note to her KC Chiefs vs NY Jets game ensemble which also comprised of a few, key similar components: Statement leather topper, simple black top, contrasting short bottoms, complementary leather boots.
While that outfit felt like a hot summer evening outfit, the colour palette here firmly establishes it into ‘fall’ territory.
Worn with: Jacquie Aiche earrings + Foundrae necklace charm, Mazin Jewelry necklace + Foundrae chain, Hunting Season bag, Acne Studios skirt, and Gianvito Rossi boots
Photo by Getty
Out and about | New York City, NY | October 27, 2023
Acne Studios ‘Corduroy Skirt’ – $380.00
Taylor is really setting the bar for this year’s fall outfits. All the warm brown and black tones in rich and contrasting materials is very good eye candy.
Worn with: Madewell blazer, Jacquie Aiche earrings + Foundrae necklace charm, Mazin Jewelry necklace + Foundrae chain, Hunting Season bag, and Gianvito Rossi boots
Also worn: Midnights Mayhem with Me
Photo by Getty
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