Taylor Swift brings Versace & Vivienne Westwood to the stage
Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" has officially restarted in Europe, with the first stop in the magnificent city of Paris.
This tour started in March 2023, and previously had dozens of performances in North America, Asia, Australia and many other regions. Each session quickly sells out and lasts up to three hours. In addition to the ear-pleasing song list, Taylor's outfits also received special attention, with many different looks recalling each stage of the Blank Space singer's career ladder!
Outfits from Vivienne Westwood and Versace!
During a recent performance in Paris, Taylor Swift borrowed costumes to mark the new era for the album "The Tortured Poets Department". The specially designed white midi dress from British design brand Vivienne Westwood exudes the dramatic concept that this album wants to convey.
In addition to Vivienne Westwood, the female singer also wore a custom-made bodysuit from Versace. The look includes a pair of crystal sequin embroidered tights paired with a sequined tank top, full of glamor and strong femininity!
In just one day, "The Era Tour" reached 2.4 million ticket sales, quickly setting a record for single-day ticket sales for a singer. During this three-hour concert, Taylor Swift performed a total of 44 songs. With great help from stylist Joseph Cassell Falconer, she wore a series of unique designs from the brands Versace and Roberto. Cavalli and Oscar de la Renta.
Looks that recreate Taylor Swift's career milestones!
Taylor Swift's performance costumes are very unique and fans can easily recognize the "hidden" messages that she intentionally sends - from the rock 'n' roll jumpsuit to the unique designs. The modern snake shape carries the style of the album "Reputation". Each outfit reflects different stages of her career.
So who are the people behind this success? It's none other than Joseph Cassell Falconer, who has given a "modern update" to many of Taylor Swift's iconic looks. For example, the shimmering yellow mesh dress from Roberto Cavalli was inspired by the Cavalli design that the singer wore on her "Fearless" tour in 2011. Roberto Cavalli creative director Fausto Puglisi designed the outfit. different outfit for her for the "1989" show and he told "Vogue" magazine: "This looks more like a cool rock 'n' roll style."
For the "Reputation" era, Taylor Swift used a "snake" image (at a time when Taylor haters were flooding her social media with snake emojis). And the female singer deliberately used this symbol as a kind of counterattack. The Anti-Hero singer was frank: "I want to send you a message. If someone insults you on social networks, even if there are many participants, they will not necessarily defeat you."
Each outfit perfectly represents the aesthetic style that the female singer has pursued throughout her nearly two-decade career. Taylor Swift opened with a song from the album "Lover," channeling the album's light feel in a dazzling Versace bodysuit paired with shiny Christian Louboutin boots. For "Lavender Haze", she chose lavender; purple faux fur coat by Oscar de la Renta, paired with a beaded bodysuit; while for "Folklore," Taylor Swift wore a magical Alberta Ferretti and Etro tulle gown.
Of course, the most dramatic moment was when the country music princess donned a full Nicole + Felicia princess dress to perform "Enchanted." On stage, every outfit shines brightly, which is the way Taylor Swift chooses to express her music through stage fashion.
