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TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE — TEEN CHOICE AWARDS 

It’s been a spell since Taylor last attended the Teen Choice Awards. Her last appearance was five years ago when she wore a minty green (!!!) crop top and skirt set. 

Given the inherent youthful nature of the awards show, the anticipated fashion is equally as laidback, fun, and typically colourful. I don’t expect Taylor to take herself too seriously (a couture moment or full length gown would be very remiss and at odds here with the expected dress code) when she attends the show to receive her icon surfboard (yes, her attendance is 100% confirmed). I fully expect a cheerful pastel moment — hence the cohesion in my choices. 

If Taylor chooses none of these, I would be very surprised if her ultimate decision was not: some kind of sherbet/pastel tone, short, and fluffy/flowy in fabric. She has seemed to steer mostly away from stiff fabrics in favour of chiffon and tulle for the most part this year when it comes to her red carpet style. 

With that, on we go! 

  • Sachin & Babi Resort 2020 
    – This is the only look that I had no other pulls/alternates from the collection and was the constant “must include” choice when I was pulling these predictions together. It’s incredibly fun and vibrant and colourful, but is also the most elegant and less “frou frou” or cotton candy of all my choices. To me, it speaks to a woman attending a youth’s event, paying homage to the theme, while also being beautifully dressed. It’s classy colourful. I absolutely need a pair of neon or vibrant heels to pair with this dress. A metallic, white, or black pump will not do. 
  • Stella McCartney Spring 2019
    – So, as I mentioned, the Sachin & Babi dress above was the only one on my list with no direct alternates within its own collection. In this instance, the alternate was Look 5 — a tie dye mini high-neck skater number. I opted out of it because it was too unbearably twee, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Taylor wore something similar to it. With this pastel mint green (!!!!!!!) option, I got beautiful garden nymph vibes. Here, a white or metallic sandal would be acceptable. Plus a ton of powdery pink blush and coppery eyes. 
  • Chanel Resort 2020
    – Mom, I am a rich man. Hot off the heels of her tweed and herringbone and blazers from Vogue, I wanted to include a Lover-aesthetically pleasing suit option in my predictions. With the interview and “The Man” in mind, it makes Taylor’s suit ensemble from the “ME!” music video and her Cher cross-stitch art from the “You Need To Calm Down” video make so much more sense, doesn’t it? For those curious, Look 48 from this collection was my Chanel alternate. As another allusion to the “ME!” music video, I thought the pattern on the dress looked stunningly similar to the technicolour brick road present in that music video which introduced us to the look of Lover. 
  • Giambattista Valli Fall 2019
    – While the mullet detail of the dress does take it a bit over the top and well into “too mature” territory … I couldn’t resist. My alternate, Look 18, is a little more form-fitting and a little bit shorter. But I couldn’t get over the flow and the movement of this look. So here it stays. Plus I liked the interplay between pink and blue — much like Taylor’s latest affinity for switching between temporary dyes. 

The Runners Up

And, of course, there were still even more looks that couldn’t make it into the final selection. They are: 

What do you think of my choices? Which is your favourite? What designer do you hope Taylor wears on Sunday? 

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TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE — TEEN CHOICE AWARDS 

It’s been a spell since Taylor last attended the Teen Choice Awards. Her last appearance was five years ago when she wore a minty green (!!!) crop top and skirt set. 

Given the inherent youthful nature of the awards show, the anticipated fashion is equally as laidback, fun, and typically colourful. I don’t expect Taylor to take herself too seriously (a couture moment or full length gown would be very remiss and at odds here with the expected dress code) when she attends the show to receive her icon surfboard (yes, her attendance is 100% confirmed). I fully expect a cheerful pastel moment — hence the cohesion in my choices. 

If Taylor chooses none of these, I would be very surprised if her ultimate decision was not: some kind of sherbet/pastel tone, short, and fluffy/flowy in fabric. She has seemed to steer mostly away from stiff fabrics in favour of chiffon and tulle for the most part this year when it comes to her red carpet style. 

With that, on we go! 

  • Sachin & Babi Resort 2020 
    – This is the only look that I had no other pulls/alternates from the collection and was the constant “must include” choice when I was pulling these predictions together. It’s incredibly fun and vibrant and colourful, but is also the most elegant and less “frou frou” or cotton candy of all my choices. To me, it speaks to a woman attending a youth’s event, paying homage to the theme, while also being beautifully dressed. It’s classy colourful. I absolutely need a pair of neon or vibrant heels to pair with this dress. A metallic, white, or black pump will not do. 
  • Stella McCartney Spring 2019
    – So, as I mentioned, the Sachin & Babi dress above was the only one on my list with no direct alternates within its own collection. In this instance, the alternate was Look 5 — a tie dye mini high-neck skater number. I opted out of it because it was too unbearably twee, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Taylor wore something similar to it. With this pastel mint green (!!!!!!!) option, I got beautiful garden nymph vibes. Here, a white or metallic sandal would be acceptable. Plus a ton of powdery pink blush and coppery eyes. 
  • Chanel Resort 2020
    – Mom, I am a rich man. Hot off the heels of her tweed and herringbone and blazers from Vogue, I wanted to include a Lover-aesthetically pleasing suit option in my predictions. With the interview and “The Man” in mind, it makes Taylor’s suit ensemble from the “ME!” music video and her Cher cross-stitch art from the “You Need To Calm Down” video make so much more sense, doesn’t it? For those curious, Look 48 from this collection was my Chanel alternate. As another allusion to the “ME!” music video, I thought the pattern on the dress looked stunningly similar to the technicolour brick road present in that music video which introduced us to the look of Lover. 
  • Giambattista Valli Fall 2019
    – While the mullet detail of the dress does take it a bit over the top and well into “too mature” territory … I couldn’t resist. My alternate, Look 18, is a little more form-fitting and a little bit shorter. But I couldn’t get over the flow and the movement of this look. So here it stays. Plus I liked the interplay between pink and blue — much like Taylor’s latest affinity for switching between temporary dyes. 

The Runners Up

And, of course, there were still even more looks that couldn’t make it into the final selection. They are: 

What do you think of my choices? Which is your favourite? What designer do you hope Taylor wears on Sunday? 

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Easter Eggs can be left on clothing or jewelry. This is one of my favourite ways to do this because you wear something that foreshadows something else. And people don’t really usually find out this one immediately. But they know you’re probably sending a message — they’ll figure it out in time. Lots of examples of this exist over the history of my career.

Taylor Swift for Entertainment Weekly

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Easter Eggs can be left on clothing or jewelry. This is one of my favourite ways to do this because you wear something that foreshadows something else. And people don’t really usually find out this one immediately. But they know you’re probably sending a message — they’ll figure it out in time. Lots of examples of this exist over the history of my career.

Taylor Swift for Entertainment Weekly

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TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE — BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS

Now that we actually have at least a somewhat established aesthetic and fashion theme for the era, crafting a predictions post has become much easier to nail down. 

And so, you’ll see a lot of pastels (obviously), iridescents, and boho airy fairy vibes amongst my choices. 

  • Ronald van der Kemp Spring 2019 Couture
    This lovely piece was actually recommended to me by a friend over a month ago, but I bookmarked it for an occasion such as this. And I’m so glad I finally get to break it out now. The sheen of the skirt, the kaleidoscope of colours, and the metallic gold belt all come together into a gown that feels simultaneously fun and colourful but also sleekly cut and elegant. The perfect blend. 
  • Carolina Herrera Fall 2019
    It’s possible that this gown, with its random swath of colour, could be deemed too similar in construction to her similar sherbet coloured J. Mendel gown but … it’s too beautiful to not choose. I feel that Taylor would likely shorten this to a tea length to make it more ladylike and Taylor-loves-vintage vibes. Add on some beautiful butterfly earrings and a coral manicure + glossy coral lip. 
  • Halpern Spring 2019
    Futuristic fairy is what I’m going for with this lurex-looking shiny fabric mini by Halpern. I adore the more elegant neckline construction and cape and how it’s combated with a micro hemline — perfect and typical for a music awards show. The baby blue colour is also always a consistent winner on Taylor.
  • Christian Dior Spring 2019 Couture
    There were so many looks from the Dior runway that I could have chosen, in fact I very strongly considered Looks 34, 18, and 67. Ultimately, 34 felt too close to the Versace number she wore last year. This one won out because of its soft blush base, Maypole-esque ribbon detail, and the almost rattan/wicker-looking bodice which lended the boho vibes that I think (hope) Taylor will introduce more as the era continues to play out. 

Runners Up

  • Rosie Assoulin Fall 2019
    I don’t know what it is but this dramatic gown with its unique bodice strap detailing and unexpected colour combination was so striking to me that it immediately stirred my heart. While I doubt Taylor would wear something like this to an occasion that is not quite as grand as the BBMAs it is still … so beautiful. 
  • Halpern Fall 2019
    Yes, a different look from the Halpern collection. This one a little more disco leaning. 
  • Gabriela Hearst Spring 2019
    I was inspired by Taylor’s Blake Lively A Simple Favor suit scene from “ME!” that this Gabriela Hearst blush suit immediately struck me. I love the way the jacket uniquely wraps and the tailored fit. 

So what do you think of my predictions? What do you think Taylor will wear to the BBMAs? 

— Taylor ended up wearing a lilac ruffly mini number by Raisa & Vanessa.

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TAYLOR SWIFT STYLE — BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS

Now that we actually have at least a somewhat established aesthetic and fashion theme for the era, crafting a predictions post has become much easier to nail down. 

And so, you’ll see a lot of pastels (obviously), iridescents, and boho airy fairy vibes amongst my choices. 

  • Ronald van der Kemp Spring 2019 Couture
    This lovely piece was actually recommended to me by a friend over a month ago, but I bookmarked it for an occasion such as this. And I’m so glad I finally get to break it out now. The sheen of the skirt, the kaleidoscope of colours, and the metallic gold belt all come together into a gown that feels simultaneously fun and colourful but also sleekly cut and elegant. The perfect blend. 
  • Carolina Herrera Fall 2019
    It’s possible that this gown, with its random swath of colour, could be deemed too similar in construction to her similar sherbet coloured J. Mendel gown but … it’s too beautiful to not choose. I feel that Taylor would likely shorten this to a tea length to make it more ladylike and Taylor-loves-vintage vibes. Add on some beautiful butterfly earrings and a coral manicure + glossy coral lip. 
  • Halpern Spring 2019
    Futuristic fairy is what I’m going for with this lurex-looking shiny fabric mini by Halpern. I adore the more elegant neckline construction and cape and how it’s combated with a micro hemline — perfect and typical for a music awards show. The baby blue colour is also always a consistent winner on Taylor.
  • Christian Dior Spring 2019 Couture
    There were so many looks from the Dior runway that I could have chosen, in fact I very strongly considered Looks 34, 18, and 67. Ultimately, 34 felt too close to the Versace number she wore last year. This one won out because of its soft blush base, Maypole-esque ribbon detail, and the almost rattan/wicker-looking bodice which lended the boho vibes that I think (hope) Taylor will introduce more as the era continues to play out. 

Runners Up

  • Rosie Assoulin Fall 2019
    I don’t know what it is but this dramatic gown with its unique bodice strap detailing and unexpected colour combination was so striking to me that it immediately stirred my heart. While I doubt Taylor would wear something like this to an occasion that is not quite as grand as the BBMAs it is still … so beautiful. 
  • Halpern Fall 2019
    Yes, a different look from the Halpern collection. This one a little more disco leaning. 
  • Gabriela Hearst Spring 2019
    I was inspired by Taylor’s Blake Lively A Simple Favor suit scene from “ME!” that this Gabriela Hearst blush suit immediately struck me. I love the way the jacket uniquely wraps and the tailored fit. 

So what do you think of my predictions? What do you think Taylor will wear to the BBMAs? 

— Taylor ended up wearing a lilac ruffly mini number by Raisa & Vanessa.

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Taylor always has a very strong point of view; she’s really extraordinary in how she transforms herself constantly,” J. Mendel’s creative director Gilles Mendel told Page Six Style of working with the pop star.

“She always comes to me with an idea; in this case, the theme was pastel colors and soft tones. Luckily, my recent spring collection was very much about those tones, these beautiful pale citrus colors. So we started with my spring palette, and from there, we built up the dress. Taylor wanted a really ethereal, hand-pleated moment, which is something we’ve always done so well.

Page Six, Taylor Swift Helped Design Her Time 100 Gala Dress (x)

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Taylor always has a very strong point of view; she’s really extraordinary in how she transforms herself constantly,” J. Mendel’s creative director Gilles Mendel told Page Six Style of working with the pop star.

“She always comes to me with an idea; in this case, the theme was pastel colors and soft tones. Luckily, my recent spring collection was very much about those tones, these beautiful pale citrus colors. So we started with my spring palette, and from there, we built up the dress. Taylor wanted a really ethereal, hand-pleated moment, which is something we’ve always done so well.

Page Six, Taylor Swift Helped Design Her Time 100 Gala Dress (x)