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TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE – GRAMMY PREDICTIONS

Taylor hasn’t attended the Grammys in five very long years. And while her previous absences could be explained away by being in between projects and taking a break from the limelight (2017 and 2018) or being shut out of major award categories (reputation in 2019 and Lover in 2020), with folklore being up for six awards including Album Of The Year it would genuinely shock me if Taylor 1) Didn’t attend and 2) Didn’t have a performance lined up for “cardigan” on music’s biggest night.

The format of the show will likely follow the precedent set by this weekend’s Golden Globes in being a combination of select distanced in-person attendees and virtual appearances and speeches. Just as many celebs opted for glam moments at home, it would  surprise me if for such a major potential moment that Taylor wouldn’t attempt to coordinate with her glam team for a major moment worthy of a red carpet, whether she’s actually standing on one that night or not.

Since Taylor’s last appearance at the Grammys in 2016, she’s released four albums (reputation, Lover, folklore, and evermore) and has had only a handful of red carpet appearances. As a result of this long stretch in between truly glam moments, it’s possible my incredibly high hopes are out of step with reality, but if dreaming of Taylor in couture is wrong I will never willingly choose to be right.

Throughout most of Taylor’s fashion history, she has leaned towards metallics. However, I feel like a bold, bright, single colour statement is long overdue and would be an absolute treat for the eyes. That said, I’ve included a single sparkly gown as insurance.

With that in mind, here we go! 

• Antonio Grimaldi Spring 2021 Couture
• I feel like Lover really got the shaft when it comes to appearances so if Taylor wanted to pay belated tribute to the pastel and the pomp and frivolity and fun and everything that era could have been, I feel like this gown sums it up but still makes it elegant and bold. A delicious glossy raspberry lip with a baby pastel pink matte eyeshadow lewk, fluorescent oversized hoops, chunky bauble rings and maybe feather wraparound stilettos should finish off this gown. 
• Özgür Masur Spring 2021
• On Taylor’s first big night at the Grammys where she won AOTY (2010) she wore blue. If she’s dressing with intention, this beautiful pearl-accented blue gown would be a beautiful bookend to that moment should she do the inconceivable and win the category for a third time she would be the first woman to do so. Undoubtedly, in slideshows of this momentous milestone in her career, journalists and reporters covering the award will include photographs of that previous instance. A side by side of Taylor in blue gowns, winning the Grammy’s top award over the course of a decade (+1 year) would be so compelling and symbolic of her growth and trajectory as a genre-spanning artist. I’d finish the look with petal pink glossy lips, metallic smoked out eyes, and gunmetal pearl accessories. 
• Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2021 
• I genuinely have a good feeling about yellow. And not just because of Blondes In Yellow™ but because it would tie in neatly with Fearless (Taylor’s Version) which also y’know happened to be her very first album that won Album Of The Year. If Taylor did win the category on the 14th for folklore it would shock me if she didn’t reference her re-records project and her quest to regain ownership of her life’s work that has meant everything to her and to be awarded for the first time in the category for an album that she actually owns would underline her re-recording journey and folklore as a work beautifully. I’d actually love to see a strong overly matte red lip and eyeliner look here with maybe a low chignon and velvet black bow in her hair for styling. 
• Valentino Spring 2021 Couture
• Sparkles and sequins in a neutral metallic are a Taylor Swift forever trademark. It’s part of her legacy. The looser fit feels appropriate to her current approach to silhouettes and I love the longer sleeves with the off-the-shoulder design. Veronica Lake waves pushed to one side, a plummy lip, and shimmery brown shadow should complete this lewk. And obviously Jimmy Choo patent gold platform sandals.

What do you think Taylor should wear to the Grammys, particularly given how potentially momentous it would be for her?

TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE – GRAMMY PREDICTIONS

Taylor hasn’t attended the Grammys in five very long years. And while her previous absences could be explained away by being in between projects and taking a break from the limelight (2017 and 2018) or being shut out of major award categories (reputation in 2019 and Lover in 2020), with folklore being up for six awards including Album Of The Year it would genuinely shock me if Taylor 1) Didn’t attend and 2) Didn’t have a performance lined up for “cardigan” on music’s biggest night.

The format of the show will likely follow the precedent set by this weekend’s Golden Globes in being a combination of select distanced in-person attendees and virtual appearances and speeches. Just as many celebs opted for glam moments at home, it would  surprise me if for such a major potential moment that Taylor wouldn’t attempt to coordinate with her glam team for a major moment worthy of a red carpet, whether she’s actually standing on one that night or not.

Since Taylor’s last appearance at the Grammys in 2016, she’s released four albums (reputation, Lover, folklore, and evermore) and has had only a handful of red carpet appearances. As a result of this long stretch in between truly glam moments, it’s possible my incredibly high hopes are out of step with reality, but if dreaming of Taylor in couture is wrong I will never willingly choose to be right.

Throughout most of Taylor’s fashion history, she has leaned towards metallics. However, I feel like a bold, bright, single colour statement is long overdue and would be an absolute treat for the eyes. That said, I’ve included a single sparkly gown as insurance.

With that in mind, here we go! 

• Antonio Grimaldi Spring 2021 Couture
• I feel like Lover really got the shaft when it comes to appearances so if Taylor wanted to pay belated tribute to the pastel and the pomp and frivolity and fun and everything that era could have been, I feel like this gown sums it up but still makes it elegant and bold. A delicious glossy raspberry lip with a baby pastel pink matte eyeshadow lewk, fluorescent oversized hoops, chunky bauble rings and maybe feather wraparound stilettos should finish off this gown. 
• Özgür Masur Spring 2021
• On Taylor’s first big night at the Grammys where she won AOTY (2010) she wore blue. If she’s dressing with intention, this beautiful pearl-accented blue gown would be a beautiful bookend to that moment should she do the inconceivable and win the category for a third time she would be the first woman to do so. Undoubtedly, in slideshows of this momentous milestone in her career, journalists and reporters covering the award will include photographs of that previous instance. A side by side of Taylor in blue gowns, winning the Grammy’s top award over the course of a decade (+1 year) would be so compelling and symbolic of her growth and trajectory as a genre-spanning artist. I’d finish the look with petal pink glossy lips, metallic smoked out eyes, and gunmetal pearl accessories. 
• Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2021 
• I genuinely have a good feeling about yellow. And not just because of Blondes In Yellow™ but because it would tie in neatly with Fearless (Taylor’s Version) which also y’know happened to be her very first album that won Album Of The Year. If Taylor did win the category on the 14th for folklore it would shock me if she didn’t reference her re-records project and her quest to regain ownership of her life’s work that has meant everything to her and to be awarded for the first time in the category for an album that she actually owns would underline her re-recording journey and folklore as a work beautifully. I’d actually love to see a strong overly matte red lip and eyeliner look here with maybe a low chignon and velvet black bow in her hair for styling. 
• Valentino Spring 2021 Couture
• Sparkles and sequins in a neutral metallic are a Taylor Swift forever trademark. It’s part of her legacy. The looser fit feels appropriate to her current approach to silhouettes and I love the longer sleeves with the off-the-shoulder design. Veronica Lake waves pushed to one side, a plummy lip, and shimmery brown shadow should complete this lewk. And obviously Jimmy Choo patent gold platform sandals.

What do you think Taylor should wear to the Grammys, particularly given how potentially momentous it would be for her?

TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE – AMA PREDICTIONS

Another awards show, another potential opportunity for Taylor to (likely not) make a rare public appearance. The AMAs are set to air live on Sunday, November 22 and Taylor is nominated for four awards. Winning one would officially push her into the 30 mark and cement her legacy as the most awarded artist in AMA history.

While my guess is that if Taylor wins she’ll be accepting her awards via cellphone video, a girl can always dream of another red carpet appearance, particularly a rare one in support of folklore.

Historically (like a lot of award shows) Taylor has gone sparkly for the AMAs almost every single year she has attended. The one exception being her Michael Kors gree(eeeeeeeee)n gown in 2014.

This year, I wanted to equalize my choices between a classic Sequin Swift lewk as well as some more Elegant English Rose feels given that the vibe I get from folklore as of late leans rustic English Countryside-ish.

So, with that here we go. 

• Stella McCartney Resort 2021
  At some point, I’m going to hit the nose on the head with a predicted Stella lewk. Mostly because obviously there’s a finite number of Stella lewks to choose from (unless of course Taylor opts to pull once again from the designer’s one-off sustainable 23 Old Bond collection as she did for her Rolling Stone cover). I made this select because she’s casual, free, and has a lot of vintage whimsy. The strips of mixed patterns looks like a carefully crafted gown made from leftovers of hand me down blankets you’d find in your grandmother’s attic – but in a charming, whimsical way that I feel pays homage to the rootsy vibes of folklore. Taylor would likely opt to finish this with brown platform heels like these and maybe a juicy glossy sheer plummy lip.
• Balenciaga Fall 2020
  Elegant, and timeless. A column gown like this has proven to look amazing on Taylor (see: 2014 Grammys in Gucci Première). But rendered in a beautiful, shimmering black it feels really mature and classy and appropriate for where she’s at now in her life. I especially love the mock neck and hope she’d accessorize with a sleek bun, her recently-favoured hoop earrings, a blue-red lip, and some gunmetal rings. 
• Oscar de la Renta Fall 2020
  Quite easily my favourite of the bunch – though I know that’s blasphemous to say of your own predictions. In a post-Shamrock/Scooter Braun Round 2 world, this has “mad woman” vibes written all over it and alludes very neatly to the velvet Ralph Lauren dress she wears in the folklore album photoshoot. A low chignon, crawling gorgeous ear climbers, a stack of heavier statement rings, a dark berry lip, and sandals like those shown on the runway would be amazing. Thankyouverymuch.
• Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2020
  I wanted to choose something that felt like an English tea party. Not that I have any knowledge of what goes on at a tea party but the vibe I wanted was something a bit more proper and prim but that also had a touch of nature. I feel like in isolation, Taylor was drawn to and inspired by empty outdoor spaces and the roaming wilderness. Captivated by the loneliness but also the wonder that was there and the double-edged sword of that (How “exile” is exploring loneliness and “the lakes” symbolizing carving out a safe space to be with someone that you love). A gown dotted with delicate little blue flowers but also contrasted by dark tulle felt very much an encapsulation of those two opposing thoughts. I’d love to see a soft petal pink lip here and blush, shimmering light shadow, and minimal jewelry to just let the gown shine for itself. 

What do you think Taylor would wear to the AMAs if she did indeed show up?

— Taylor accepted her AMAs via video conference wearing a black turtleneck in front of a Trippy Store zodiac tapestry.

TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE – AMA PREDICTIONS

Another awards show, another potential opportunity for Taylor to (likely not) make a rare public appearance. The AMAs are set to air live on Sunday, November 22 and Taylor is nominated for four awards. Winning one would officially push her into the 30 mark and cement her legacy as the most awarded artist in AMA history.

While my guess is that if Taylor wins she’ll be accepting her awards via cellphone video, a girl can always dream of another red carpet appearance, particularly a rare one in support of folklore.

Historically (like a lot of award shows) Taylor has gone sparkly for the AMAs almost every single year she has attended. The one exception being her Michael Kors gree(eeeeeeeee)n gown in 2014.

This year, I wanted to equalize my choices between a classic Sequin Swift lewk as well as some more Elegant English Rose feels given that the vibe I get from folklore as of late leans rustic English Countryside-ish.

So, with that here we go. 

• Stella McCartney Resort 2021
  At some point, I’m going to hit the nose on the head with a predicted Stella lewk. Mostly because obviously there’s a finite number of Stella lewks to choose from (unless of course Taylor opts to pull once again from the designer’s one-off sustainable 23 Old Bond collection as she did for her Rolling Stone cover). I made this select because she’s casual, free, and has a lot of vintage whimsy. The strips of mixed patterns looks like a carefully crafted gown made from leftovers of hand me down blankets you’d find in your grandmother’s attic – but in a charming, whimsical way that I feel pays homage to the rootsy vibes of folklore. Taylor would likely opt to finish this with brown platform heels like these and maybe a juicy glossy sheer plummy lip.
• Balenciaga Fall 2020
  Elegant, and timeless. A column gown like this has proven to look amazing on Taylor (see: 2014 Grammys in Gucci Première). But rendered in a beautiful, shimmering black it feels really mature and classy and appropriate for where she’s at now in her life. I especially love the mock neck and hope she’d accessorize with a sleek bun, her recently-favoured hoop earrings, a blue-red lip, and some gunmetal rings. 
• Oscar de la Renta Fall 2020
  Quite easily my favourite of the bunch – though I know that’s blasphemous to say of your own predictions. In a post-Shamrock/Scooter Braun Round 2 world, this has “mad woman” vibes written all over it and alludes very neatly to the velvet Ralph Lauren dress she wears in the folklore album photoshoot. A low chignon, crawling gorgeous ear climbers, a stack of heavier statement rings, a dark berry lip, and sandals like those shown on the runway would be amazing. Thankyouverymuch.
• Carolina Herrera Pre-Fall 2020
  I wanted to choose something that felt like an English tea party. Not that I have any knowledge of what goes on at a tea party but the vibe I wanted was something a bit more proper and prim but that also had a touch of nature. I feel like in isolation, Taylor was drawn to and inspired by empty outdoor spaces and the roaming wilderness. Captivated by the loneliness but also the wonder that was there and the double-edged sword of that (How “exile” is exploring loneliness and “the lakes” symbolizing carving out a safe space to be with someone that you love). A gown dotted with delicate little blue flowers but also contrasted by dark tulle felt very much an encapsulation of those two opposing thoughts. I’d love to see a soft petal pink lip here and blush, shimmering light shadow, and minimal jewelry to just let the gown shine for itself. 

What do you think Taylor would wear to the AMAs if she did indeed show up?

— Taylor accepted her AMAs via video conference wearing a black turtleneck in front of a Trippy Store zodiac tapestry.

TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE — 2020 ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

On Sunday (the 13th, naturally) we were treated to the announcement that Taylor would be returning to the Academy of Country Music Awards. Five years since taking the stage entirely and seven years since her last performance, we’ve been blessed by the knowledge that not only will Taylor be present to perform, but that she will be debuting the live performance of “betty” from the Grand Ole Opry (Source: Variety). 

Seeing as how this will (possibly?) only be a performance lewk and not necessarily (maybe?) a red carpet lewk, my choices are reflective of that distinction. While these may not (all) be the red carpet gown we would come to expect from a typical ACM appearance, we have to keep in mind this is not a typical ACM appearance and that Taylor’s performance-wear will always differ in style, function, and intent from her RC style. 

To that, here we go! 

• 
  Reem Acra Spring 2021

  Welcome to Betty’s garden everyone. This gown is flowy, romantic, and would look absolutely stunning in terms of presence occupying that Grand Ole Opry stage. The lights! The circle! My heart. I imagine her hair being very much like her Time 100 Gala lewk but with the folklore era’s curly bangs. Smoky brown cat eyeliner, dusty rose balmy lips, and maybe even a Fearless-y headband to finish it off.
• Lela Rose Spring 2020

  I love that this isn’t just your typical tulle gown but the super subtle tiny little polka dot print on the gauze adds that little extra something whimsical that I think this performance will embody. I would hope for a fun shoe that adds a bit of rustic texture like these woven Louboutins, a muted terracotta lip, and maybe a low wavy chignon (so as not to compete with that high neckline).
• Elisabetta Franchi Fall 2020
  
This feels like a modern reinterpretation of the sundress and cowboy boots lewks we were served with during the Self Titled and Fearless Tours. Sparkly, sequinned, fringe dress paired with leather boots. A red lip and some stunning huge knocker earrings would be the great finishing touches to this.
• Altuzarra Spring 2020
  
I wanted something that whispered “country” but didn’t yell it. I also had a really good feeling that this performance look would have roots in a blue/brown/white or yellow colour palette. This polka dot print and the way it’s wrapped looks like a country handkerchief beautifully wrapped and then cinched with a leather belt. The injection of leather as a material here I think continues to keep the look feeling a bit rustic and polished but in a Nashville kind of way.

What do you think of my choices? What do you think Taylor will wear to the ACMs?

TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE — 2020 ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

On Sunday (the 13th, naturally) we were treated to the announcement that Taylor would be returning to the Academy of Country Music Awards. Five years since taking the stage entirely and seven years since her last performance, we’ve been blessed by the knowledge that not only will Taylor be present to perform, but that she will be debuting the live performance of “betty” from the Grand Ole Opry (Source: Variety). 

Seeing as how this will (possibly?) only be a performance lewk and not necessarily (maybe?) a red carpet lewk, my choices are reflective of that distinction. While these may not (all) be the red carpet gown we would come to expect from a typical ACM appearance, we have to keep in mind this is not a typical ACM appearance and that Taylor’s performance-wear will always differ in style, function, and intent from her RC style. 

To that, here we go! 

• 
  Reem Acra Spring 2021

  Welcome to Betty’s garden everyone. This gown is flowy, romantic, and would look absolutely stunning in terms of presence occupying that Grand Ole Opry stage. The lights! The circle! My heart. I imagine her hair being very much like her Time 100 Gala lewk but with the folklore era’s curly bangs. Smoky brown cat eyeliner, dusty rose balmy lips, and maybe even a Fearless-y headband to finish it off.
• Lela Rose Spring 2020

  I love that this isn’t just your typical tulle gown but the super subtle tiny little polka dot print on the gauze adds that little extra something whimsical that I think this performance will embody. I would hope for a fun shoe that adds a bit of rustic texture like these woven Louboutins, a muted terracotta lip, and maybe a low wavy chignon (so as not to compete with that high neckline).
• Elisabetta Franchi Fall 2020
  
This feels like a modern reinterpretation of the sundress and cowboy boots lewks we were served with during the Self Titled and Fearless Tours. Sparkly, sequinned, fringe dress paired with leather boots. A red lip and some stunning huge knocker earrings would be the great finishing touches to this.
• Altuzarra Spring 2020
  
I wanted something that whispered “country” but didn’t yell it. I also had a really good feeling that this performance look would have roots in a blue/brown/white or yellow colour palette. This polka dot print and the way it’s wrapped looks like a country handkerchief beautifully wrapped and then cinched with a leather belt. The injection of leather as a material here I think continues to keep the look feeling a bit rustic and polished but in a Nashville kind of way.

What do you think of my choices? What do you think Taylor will wear to the ACMs?