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Taylor Swift Style – 2014 Grammys

With a week to go until the Grammys (airing Sunday, January 26) I thought long and hard about my gown predictions. Historically, Taylor has always worn full-length gowns to this event. And with her up for the most prestigious award of the night (Album of the Year) it’s undoubted she’ll wear anything but a gown.

You can see all the times Taylor has attended this event here.

  • Naeem Khan Pre-Fall 2014
    – If Taylor is going to insist on wearing red continuously to award shows (despite my protests), this Naeem Khan gown with intricate laser cutouts (which recalls this Giles gown her friend Dianna Agron wore to the 2012 Golden Globes) and sheer panel at the bust combines several of Taylor’s loves into one dress. Bonus points? If you look carefully at the details near the hemline the dress incorporates a beautiful rose pattern.
    My previous prediction to hint at an upcoming floral-inspired album didn’t hit the mark. But I think this combines both the RED and the rumoured Roses theme quite well.
  • Zuhair Murad Spring 2014
    – Taylor has not been shy for her love of cutouts and Zuhair Murad. I believe this gown would be the perfect send off to the RED era as this should be the last awards ceremony Taylor attends where she is nominated for her work from this album. The elegant neckline and swirled sleeves create a bit more elegance than the sleeveless red Naeem gown.
  • Armani Privé Fall 2013 Couture
    – The dark horse prediction. Now hear me out. Even though Taylor has never worn Armani Privé on the red carpet and I can already hear some of you telling me how this gown would wash her out, check out the equally blonde, blue-eyed and fair-skinned Claire Danes and Eva Riccobono pull off similar gowns from this same collection. Considering the importance of this night for Taylor – she has likely been anticipating an Album of the Year nomination for RED since its release in 2012 – it would be wonderful if she would consider amping up the elegance and glamour by selecting a couture gown.
    Besides. The allover floral pattern, the illusion neckline and the soft, feminine silhouette of this gown could add up to be the jolt of maturity and grace that Taylor’s red carpet style could evolve into.
  • Elie Saab Fall 2013 Couture
    – Do I actually think Taylor will wear this s-t-u-n-n-i-n-g (and my favourite from the collection) emerald green Elie Saab gown? No. But it’s green. It’s couture. It’s not overly sparkly. It is everything I have ever wished for Taylor to put on her body. A girl can dream.

What do you think, TSS-ers? Are any of my picks possible? Have any of your own? Or do you think Taylor will surprise us all in something completely different?

— Simply stunning. Taylor chose a mature Gucci Premiere silver column gown for the 2014 Grammys.

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Taylor Swift Style – 2014 Grammys

With a week to go until the Grammys (airing Sunday, January 26) I thought long and hard about my gown predictions. Historically, Taylor has always worn full-length gowns to this event. And with her up for the most prestigious award of the night (Album of the Year) it’s undoubted she’ll wear anything but a gown.

You can see all the times Taylor has attended this event here.

  • Naeem Khan Pre-Fall 2014
    – If Taylor is going to insist on wearing red continuously to award shows (despite my protests), this Naeem Khan gown with intricate laser cutouts (which recalls this Giles gown her friend Dianna Agron wore to the 2012 Golden Globes) and sheer panel at the bust combines several of Taylor’s loves into one dress. Bonus points? If you look carefully at the details near the hemline the dress incorporates a beautiful rose pattern.
    My previous prediction to hint at an upcoming floral-inspired album didn’t hit the mark. But I think this combines both the RED and the rumoured Roses theme quite well.
  • Zuhair Murad Spring 2014
    – Taylor has not been shy for her love of cutouts and Zuhair Murad. I believe this gown would be the perfect send off to the RED era as this should be the last awards ceremony Taylor attends where she is nominated for her work from this album. The elegant neckline and swirled sleeves create a bit more elegance than the sleeveless red Naeem gown.
  • Armani Privé Fall 2013 Couture
    – The dark horse prediction. Now hear me out. Even though Taylor has never worn Armani Privé on the red carpet and I can already hear some of you telling me how this gown would wash her out, check out the equally blonde, blue-eyed and fair-skinned Claire Danes and Eva Riccobono pull off similar gowns from this same collection. Considering the importance of this night for Taylor – she has likely been anticipating an Album of the Year nomination for RED since its release in 2012 – it would be wonderful if she would consider amping up the elegance and glamour by selecting a couture gown.
    Besides. The allover floral pattern, the illusion neckline and the soft, feminine silhouette of this gown could add up to be the jolt of maturity and grace that Taylor’s red carpet style could evolve into.
  • Elie Saab Fall 2013 Couture
    – Do I actually think Taylor will wear this s-t-u-n-n-i-n-g (and my favourite from the collection) emerald green Elie Saab gown? No. But it’s green. It’s couture. It’s not overly sparkly. It is everything I have ever wished for Taylor to put on her body. A girl can dream.

What do you think, TSS-ers? Are any of my picks possible? Have any of your own? Or do you think Taylor will surprise us all in something completely different?

— Simply stunning. Taylor chose a mature Gucci Premiere silver column gown for the 2014 Grammys.

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InStyle Golden Globes After Party | January 12, 2014

Julien MacDonald Spring 2014

Following her attendance of the ceremony, Taylor hit up one of the many after-parties, this one hosted by InStyle. She arrived at the party wearing this sexy body-con, cutout dress by Julien MacDonald.

Taylor has previously worked the body-con, long-sleeved mini dress silhouette on many previous occasions to accentuate her amazing legs. Unfortunately, she’s done it to much greater effect in the past.

The dress itself featured one too many cutout details for my taste – which is a shame as we’ve previously seen Taylor pull off many cutout LBDs by other designers such as Elizabeth & James or David Koma.

Had the dress featured a single, blocked panel throughout the body to create an hourglass effect I may have been more on board. That being said, I do love the pop of colour via her red lips, the return of her curls and her sexy strappy Jimmy Choos.

Worn with: Jimmy Choo sandals and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry

GET THE LOOK: French Connection dress

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InStyle Golden Globes After Party | January 12, 2014

Julien MacDonald Spring 2014

Following her attendance of the ceremony, Taylor hit up one of the many after-parties, this one hosted by InStyle. She arrived at the party wearing this sexy body-con, cutout dress by Julien MacDonald.

Taylor has previously worked the body-con, long-sleeved mini dress silhouette on many previous occasions to accentuate her amazing legs. Unfortunately, she’s done it to much greater effect in the past.

The dress itself featured one too many cutout details for my taste – which is a shame as we’ve previously seen Taylor pull off many cutout LBDs by other designers such as Elizabeth & James or David Koma.

Had the dress featured a single, blocked panel throughout the body to create an hourglass effect I may have been more on board. That being said, I do love the pop of colour via her red lips, the return of her curls and her sexy strappy Jimmy Choos.

Worn with: Jimmy Choo sandals and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry

GET THE LOOK: French Connection dress

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71st Annual Golden Globe Awards | January 12, 2014

Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2014

After some fun early predictions to last minute (and correct!) predictions, Taylor stepped out on the red carpet at this year’s Golden Globes looking absolutely stunning in this bi-coloured Carolina Herrera gown from the Pre-Fall 2014 collection. The red gown with a dramatic bustle also featured a contrast black bodice for added interest.

Her pinned glamour waves are not only reminiscient of old-school Hollywood but also of her formerly favoured curled updos.

I loved the silhouette of the dress and the interesting structure of the back. Taylor’s frequent decision to leave her neckline bare is always an admirable choice for me and I loved the subtle punctuation of jewels via her statement rings and earrings. The elegant drama of the skirt was a perfect entrance to this prestigious event and was a mature choice for Taylor. The fact that she opted for a designer she hasn’t worn before to really step out of her comfort zone was also something I loved.

Worn with: Lorraine Schwartz jewels, Christian Louboutin sandals and Jimmy Choo clutch

What did you all think of Taylor’s dress? Or did you prefer TSS’ first predictions?

View all the times Taylor has attended this event here.

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71st Annual Golden Globe Awards | January 12, 2014

Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2014

After some fun early predictions to last minute (and correct!) predictions, Taylor stepped out on the red carpet at this year’s Golden Globes looking absolutely stunning in this bi-coloured Carolina Herrera gown from the Pre-Fall 2014 collection. The red gown with a dramatic bustle also featured a contrast black bodice for added interest.

Her pinned glamour waves are not only reminiscient of old-school Hollywood but also of her formerly favoured curled updos.

I loved the silhouette of the dress and the interesting structure of the back. Taylor’s frequent decision to leave her neckline bare is always an admirable choice for me and I loved the subtle punctuation of jewels via her statement rings and earrings. The elegant drama of the skirt was a perfect entrance to this prestigious event and was a mature choice for Taylor. The fact that she opted for a designer she hasn’t worn before to really step out of her comfort zone was also something I loved.

Worn with: Lorraine Schwartz jewels, Christian Louboutin sandals and Jimmy Choo clutch

What did you all think of Taylor’s dress? Or did you prefer TSS’ first predictions?

View all the times Taylor has attended this event here.