Regina CarmichaelSorry, Reputation and debut album girlies, Taylor Swift‘s latest look is pure 1989.
While Swifties may have missed the sartorial Tortured Poets easter eggs she was dropping for months ahead of the album’s release, it doesn’t look like she’s sending any messages about her upcoming albums or re-recordings with her latest look. Instead, it seems Swift is referencing her fifth studio album, 1989, which already received its (Taylor’s Version) update in October 2023.
On June 6, Cara Delevingne shared behind the scenes photos and videos from her recent run in London’s West End production of Cabaret. One of those photos included a snap with close friend Taylor Swift, who attended the show in between European Eras Tour performances earlier this month.
In the dressing room snap, Swift can be seen embracing Delevingne while wearing a sky blue Stella McCartney oversized pull-over jumper with a fringed hem. It isn’t currently available in the UK, but there’s a similar-vibe navy fringed jumper by Stella McCartney via FarFetch for £1,001 (down from £1,430).
While the photo doesn’t show off the pop star’s shoes, she does appear to be wearing the jumper styled with her long blonde hair down in loose, effortless waves, forgoing her signature red lip for a more subtle brownish-mauve shade.
Just because Taylor Swift does not appear to be signaling an upcoming project with her latest ‘fit, doesn’t mean the look doesn’t tell a story. Remember, Swift’s 1989 era was her first girl-squad moment. Back in 2014, Delevingne was one of many female actors and models featured in her “Bad Blood” music video and regularly appeared in Swift’s entourage at house parties and awards ceremonies. Delevingne even took the stage during the 1989 tour stops in Philadelphia and London, where she carried the Union Jack.
Honestly, the fringe on Swift’s jumper even reminds me of her sparkling bodysuit from that very tour:
While not all of those friendships have lasted—*cough* Kendall Jenner *cough* Karlie Kloss *cough*—many have clearly stood the test of time.
This wouldn’t even be the first time Taylor Swift has worn 1989 blue for an outing with her besties from that time in her life. Back in September 2023, she wore a metallic knit minidress and matching suede platform pumps for a night out with Delevingne, Gigi Hadid, Zoë Kravitz, and Blake Lively. What if I told you none of it was accidental?
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