Tag: karma

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“Karma” music video | May 26, 2023

Celia Kritharioti Spring 2023 Couture

My initial thought upon seeing this scene was Taylor being the ferryman of souls across the river Styx, particularly given all the other mythical references in the video.

It’s an interesting role for Taylor to step into and not only supports the ideas of karmic retribution and the afterlife, but Taylor is also no stranger to talking about rebirth and reincarnation. Here, she not only plays with another facet of what karma means for her and her life – she also positions herself as the arbiter of other people’s karma.

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“Karma” music video | May 26, 2023

Paco Rabanne custom (pictured similar)

The ‘Lightbulb’ and ‘Hourglass’ scenes gave me the most to think about in the music video as it relates to Taylor’s relationship with fame and the longevity of her career. What I love most about this video is the striking and intentional visuals. They’re simple, but grab you.

This Paco Rabanne two piece appears custom, but a similar version of it walked the Fall 2023 runway. The makeup, hair, and excess of gold actually remind me of a 2011 CoverGirl ad she once was in – anyone else remember that one? I do love the sleeved runway version but going sleeveless was totally the right call functionally for the demands of the scene.

There’s a contrast here in portraying herself as a light source (very “Dear Reader” of her) and speaking to her innate ability to continue shining amidst darkness and struggles – while also portraying herself burning out from the efforts to shine as brightly as she can, as long as she can.

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“Karma” music video | May 26, 2023

Erdem Spring 2023

I’ve seen many people compare this particular moment to a similar angle and facial expression from the “Blank Space” music video. And there is a certain housewife about to break vibe that you one can take away from this quick scene. But what I love the most is that, unlike the maneater parodizing of “Blank Space”, her world here is herself alone – in the comforting warmth and love of a cat.

Worn with: Candy Ice + Dylan Lex necklace and Stuart Weitzman pumps