Critically Kind takes on Taylor's fashion
“All Too Well” | 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards | January 26, 2014
Alberta Ferretti Pre-Fall 2013
Worn with: Arika Nerguiz heels
I’m not exaggerating when I say that my hands are shaking as I type this up.
I have every bit of respect to Taylor for doing this for us – her fans. This moment was purely just for us and I loved every minute of it. I hope we all remember and cherish this gown as one of the most momentous occasions in Taylor’s career.
“All Too Well” | 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards | January 26, 2014
Alberta Ferretti Pre-Fall 2013
Worn with: Arika Nerguiz heels
I’m not exaggerating when I say that my hands are shaking as I type this up.
I have every bit of respect to Taylor for doing this for us – her fans. This moment was purely just for us and I loved every minute of it. I hope we all remember and cherish this gown as one of the most momentous occasions in Taylor’s career.
The 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards | Los Angeles, CA | January 26, 2014
Gucci Première gown
Worn with: Jimmy Choo sandals and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry
View all the times Taylor has attended this event here.
Chainmail, it was. Edgy, it was not. Taylor wore none of my original predictions nor my redacted prediction I originally posted for the Golden Globes. Instead, she selected this silver, sparkling Gucci gown.
As Taylor has never worn Gucci before I have to applaud her for wearing a new designer, particularly one with as much clout as Gucci. She looks so incredibly statuesque and – dare I say it – exudes a Nicole Kidman height of elegance and maturity. I’m slightly disappointed about the glitter factor as Taylor is universally known for her love of sparkly dresses but I’m pleased that she put her hair up in a ponytail so as not to compete with the neckline. She looks stunning – but no more so than she usually does.
Her beauty styling was perfect – including silver smokey eyes and a pretty pink lip. I’m also in love with her square-drop earrings and that she didn’t opt for anything other than a pair of rings. No other jewelry was required.
The 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards | Los Angeles, CA | January 26, 2014
Gucci Première gown
Worn with: Jimmy Choo sandals and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry
View all the times Taylor has attended this event here.
Chainmail, it was. Edgy, it was not. Taylor wore none of my original predictions nor my redacted prediction I originally posted for the Golden Globes. Instead, she selected this silver, sparkling Gucci gown.
As Taylor has never worn Gucci before I have to applaud her for wearing a new designer, particularly one with as much clout as Gucci. She looks so incredibly statuesque and – dare I say it – exudes a Nicole Kidman height of elegance and maturity. I’m slightly disappointed about the glitter factor as Taylor is universally known for her love of sparkly dresses but I’m pleased that she put her hair up in a ponytail so as not to compete with the neckline. She looks stunning – but no more so than she usually does.
Her beauty styling was perfect – including silver smokey eyes and a pretty pink lip. I’m also in love with her square-drop earrings and that she didn’t opt for anything other than a pair of rings. No other jewelry was required.
Leaving a dance studio | Los Angeles, CA | January 25, 2014
Under Armour ‘Fleece Storm Big Logo Hoodie’ – $54.99 $40.99
Before heading out to the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Party later that evening, Taylor headed to another workout at a dance studio in L.A..
Instead of wearing yet another Wildfox Couture sweater as has become the norm, she opted for a fleece hoodie by exercise apparel brand Underarmour.
Leaving a dance studio | Los Angeles, CA | January 25, 2014
Under Armour ‘Fleece Storm Big Logo Hoodie’ – $54.99 $40.99
Before heading out to the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Party later that evening, Taylor headed to another workout at a dance studio in L.A..
Instead of wearing yet another Wildfox Couture sweater as has become the norm, she opted for a fleece hoodie by exercise apparel brand Underarmour.
Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Party | Los Angeles, CA | January 25, 2014
Zuhair Murad Resort 2013
Worn with: Bionda Castana heels and Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira jewelry
If you needed a casual reminder that Taylor Swift does – in fact – have legs that could go for days then you’re clearly not paying attention.
Legs aside, I unfortunately have to admit that the model wears the dress to far more sophisticated results than Taylor. As interesting as her Bionda platforms are, the strappy and undeniably sexy sandals from the lookbook are far more intriguing.
However, it’s that cinched bow belt that I’m really missing here. Especially if you consider the bow from those aforementioned ankle-tie heels that would match it perfectly. That, and the fact that I can’t quite get over the weird flounced skirt on either Taylor or the model.
Had this been one of Taylor’s body-con dresses like the floral Zuhair Murad dress she wore to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show or a mini fit-and-flare I would be more behind it. As is, I’m more focused on her amazing legs here and for the gown she’s due to wear tomorrow night at the awards ceremony.
What did you think of the dress, TSS-ers?
Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Party | Los Angeles, CA | January 25, 2014
Zuhair Murad Resort 2013
Worn with: Bionda Castana heels and Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira jewelry
If you needed a casual reminder that Taylor Swift does – in fact – have legs that could go for days then you’re clearly not paying attention.
Legs aside, I unfortunately have to admit that the model wears the dress to far more sophisticated results than Taylor. As interesting as her Bionda platforms are, the strappy and undeniably sexy sandals from the lookbook are far more intriguing.
However, it’s that cinched bow belt that I’m really missing here. Especially if you consider the bow from those aforementioned ankle-tie heels that would match it perfectly. That, and the fact that I can’t quite get over the weird flounced skirt on either Taylor or the model.
Had this been one of Taylor’s body-con dresses like the floral Zuhair Murad dress she wore to the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show or a mini fit-and-flare I would be more behind it. As is, I’m more focused on her amazing legs here and for the gown she’s due to wear tomorrow night at the awards ceremony.
What did you think of the dress, TSS-ers?
Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Party | Los Angeles, CA | January 25, 2014
Lorraine Schwartz earrings and ring
Ofira ring
Worn with: Zuhair Murad dress and Bionda Castana heels
Check out all the times Taylor has attended this event here.
Taylor may have switched up her shoe game tonight but she stuck to her tried-and true favourites: the reigning jeweler of the red carpet Lorraine Schwartz and their sister brand Ofira. Two statement rings and a heavy pair of teardrop jet black earrings complemented her all-over diamond-sequin encrusted LBD.
I feel like the drop earrings were a tad overkill and I’m kind of wishing for a pop of colour somewhere.
Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Party | Los Angeles, CA | January 25, 2014
Lorraine Schwartz earrings and ring
Ofira ring
Worn with: Zuhair Murad dress and Bionda Castana heels
Check out all the times Taylor has attended this event here.
Taylor may have switched up her shoe game tonight but she stuck to her tried-and true favourites: the reigning jeweler of the red carpet Lorraine Schwartz and their sister brand Ofira. Two statement rings and a heavy pair of teardrop jet black earrings complemented her all-over diamond-sequin encrusted LBD.
I feel like the drop earrings were a tad overkill and I’m kind of wishing for a pop of colour somewhere.
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