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Out and about | New York City, NY | December 12, 2023

Stella McCartney ‘Skyla Chain Embellished Boots’ – $970.00

On her birthday eve, Taylor was spotted out again in NYC in a black and tan ensemble that I think suffers primarily from two competing ‘spotlight’ grabbing items that feel like fashun twists on closet staples. A trench rendered in unexpected leather, and black heeled boots with oversized elements like a chunky chain and matching textural sole.

While I’ve loved the outerwear by Stella that Taylor has worn recently, this marks two Stella McCartney shoe choices in a row that I am not a fan of. My preference would have been a simple streamlined heeled boot. Though I can appreciate how the chain detail on these boots are a reference to Stella’s iconic handbags while also tying in to Taylor’s bag hardware.

Worn with: Gant coat, Versace bag, and Louis Vuitton + Cathy Waterman jewelry

Photo by Gotham via Getty Images

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Out and about | New York City, NY | December 5, 2023

Stella McCartney ‘Frayed Checked Wool Blend Tweed Mini Skirt’ – $975.00

Just the other day in stories I was talking about the history of Taylor and mini skirts and how – especially as we approach the end of 2023 – that this year has seen quite a revival for them in her candid fashion.

While it’s fun to see Taylor’s style come to fruition in the moment, I very much think that consideration for an ‘era’ as a whole can really only be done in hindsight once we have a birds eye view of the time period in order to be able to really pull out trends, commonalities, and patterns.

In this current moment, a wool tweed mini (esp paired with designed tights – another closet staple Taylor has a long history with) feels preppy, smart, and wintery. Almost Gossip Girl-esque!

Worn with: Stella McCartney coat, VRAI + Jacquie Aiche + Louis Vuitton jewelry, Sheertex tights, Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier heels

Photo by James Devaney via Getty

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Out and about | New York City, NY | December 5, 2023

Stella McCartney ‘Double Breasted Wool Blend Tweed Coat’ – $2,900.00

While Stella McCartney is very much a Lover era brand (courtesy of Taylor’s fashion collaboration with the brand), a matching set like this gives me #1989 flashbacks – an era known predominantly for the power of a co-ordinated ‘fit.

Still riding the high of 1989 (Taylor’s Version) this very much to me feels like an elevated, business-esque, modern take on the crop tops and skirts of her 2014 self. But built for cooler weather.

It also to me harkens back to her neck to foot plaid look for the Miss Americana premiere at Sundance which also featured a wool check plaid.

Worn with: Stella McCartney coat, VRAI + Jacquie Aiche + Louis Vuitton jewelry, Sheertex tights, Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier heels

Get the look: Abercrombie, $154 (on sale)

Photo by James Devaney via Getty

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At Lambeau Field | Green Bay, WI | December 3, 2023

Stella McCartney ‘Belted Teddy Coat’ – $2,400.00

It’s very fun as we progress deeper into football season that, by extension, we get to see Taylor’s game day fashion change to reflect the actual seasons of the time as well. As a result, we get to see her rocking on-brand Chiefs red via her outerwear like this cozy teddy coat by Taylor go-to Stella McCartney.

The rest of her outfit was sleek and minimal black. The choice to go with a bun also felt like a wise one for me to let the mockneck of her top and the volume of her coat have room to breathe and occupy most of the visual look.

Worn with: VRAI earrings, Cartier necklace, Louis Vuitton skirt, and Stuart Weitzman boots

Photo by Mark Hoffman for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

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Out and about | New York City, NY | November 4, 2023

Stella McCartney ‘Frayme Crocodile Effect Bucket Bag’ – $1,995.00

Taylor has carried many chain Stella McCartney designs over the years in the forms of various sized bags and even backpacks, namely from Stella’s ‘Falabella’ line – it’s an iconic signature of Stella. I like that the hardware ties in to the jewelry of the ‘fit and the colour continuing the theme of black.

Worn with: Jacquie Aiche necklace + bracelet, Jacquie Aiche + Foundrae earrings, Mazin Jewels rings, Miu Miu skirt, and Stella McCartney boots

Photo by Getty

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Out and about | New York City, NY | November 4, 2023

Stella McCartney ‘Ryder Alter Sporty Mat Boots’ – $1,850.00

This feels like a great example of why proportions and silhouette matter.

In terms of items and the ‘fit concept this has all the makings of a great copy + paste for me: Black, sandwich styling, killer boots. But in execution, I think there are tweaks I would make to the look – starting with these boots.

For balance with the skirt’s short hemline I can see the idea behind opting for a thigh high height. But I’m not a fan of the foot bed shape, kitten heel, and slouchy combination of these particular Stella boots.

Had it been my choice, I would have preferred her trusty knee high ‘Babel’ Louboutin boots for a similar but more streamlined shoe.

Worn with: Jacquie Aiche necklace + bracelet, Jacquie Aiche + Foundrae earrings, Mazin Jewels rings, Stella McCartney bag, and Miu Miu skirt

Photo by Getty

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Out and about | New York City, NY | October 26, 2023

Stella McCartney ‘Oversized Cotton Rugby Polo Shirt’ – $850.00

This dress is so comically Taylor. From the designer choice to feeling like an evolution of her preppy schoolgirl style that’s been a mainstay aesthetic in her outfit repertoire since Fearless days. But this version takes styling cues from the Stella runway, wearing this oversized shirt as a mini dress with tall boots.

The horse girl energy between the RL cap and the equestrian take on a school uniform emblem are also very Taylor.

A fun note about this particular Stella collection is its further push towards sustainability with most of the pieces taking material sourcing from upcycled or overstock fabrics.

Worn with: Ralph Lauren hat, Tod’s bag, and Prada boots

Get the look: H&M, $34.99

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Leaving Electric Lady Studios | New York City, NY | May 18, 2023

Stella McCartney ‘Tan Falabella Box Wicker Shoulder Bag’ – $990.00 (no longer available)

Taylor has carried quite a few different Stella ‘Falabella’ styles over the years. Including backpacks (black and leopard), quilted styles, limited edition graphics, and even an animal carrier.

This particular ‘wicker’ style is an older one from 2018 that Taylor first wore (incidentally) during a string of candids leading up to her MetLife shows on the reputation Tour back in July 2018.

Worn with: Magnolia Pearl jeans and The Row sandals

Also worn: July 15, 2018