Taylor Swift’s music has changed with each of her many eras, but her personal style has stayed fairly consistent over the years. She’s usually seen in some version of a tea dress, finished with red lipstick and winged eyeliner, plus the occasional pair of grandma shoes. But lately, the newlywed singer seems to be loosening up her long-standing formula. She’s been dabbling in WAG culture with Kansas City Chiefs tank tops, and most recently, she’s tried out what some might call an edgier look—at least by Taylor Swift standards.
She hasn’t given up her showgirl dresses (see her appearance at the VMAs last weekend in a glittering Tamara Ralph gown), but her outfit for a date night in New York this week had none of the floral, feminine hallmarks of her usual style. Instead, she paired a black lace Simkhai midi-dress with strappy Jimmy Choo Azie leather heels, layered under an oversized Saint Laurent leather jacket that felt much more Charli xcx, Zoë Kravitz, or Hailey Bieber. She added a Givenchy bucket bag and her Kindred Lubeck engagement ring. Over the weekend, she also belted another Simkhai off-the-shoulder dress with a Saint Laurent belt for an appearance on Saturday Night Live to support her best friend Dakota Johnson.
Having just worked together on Taylor’s “Patient Zero” music video, maybe the vampy Dakota’s influence is behind the leather and lace showing up in Swift’s after-dark outfits. The gingham dresses had a good run, but her wardrobe may be ready for a new era of its own. Are you ready for it?
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs Taylor Swifts Take on Bad Girl Style Arrives Just in Time for Fall
1 What is Taylor Swifts bad girl style
Its a edgier darker look Taylor has been wearing latelythink leather black outfits bold boots and smoky makeup Its a departure from her usual sweet sparkly aesthetic
2 Why is it called bad girl style
Because it borrows from rock punk and grunge fashionstyles traditionally associated with rebellion and a tough confident attitude
3 Why is it being linked to fall
Fall fashion naturally leans toward darker colors leather boots and layers Taylors new look fits perfectly with what people already want to wear in autumn
4 What are the key pieces of this look
Leather jackets black mini skirts or dresses kneehigh boots fishnets dark lipstick and edgy accessories like chokers or studded belts
5 Is this a completely new style for Taylor
Not entirely Shes hinted at edgier looks before but this feels more polished and fashionforward
6 How can I copy Taylors bad girl style without spending a lot
Thrift stores and fastfashion brands carry affordable leather jackets black boots and dark basics Focus on one or two statement pieces instead of buying everything at once
7 Do I need to wear all black to get this look
No Black is the base but you can mix in deep burgundy charcoal or dark denim The goal is a moody confident vibenot a uniform
8 What makeup goes with this style
Smoky eyes dark or matte red lips and defined brows Keep skin fresh so the look doesnt feel heavy
9 Whats the biggest mistake people make with this style
Overdoing it Piling on leather studs and dark makeup all at once can look like a costume Pick one or two edgy elements and keep the rest simple
10 Can I wear this style to work or school
Yes with adjustments Swap the mini skirt for black tailored pants keep the leather jacket and go lighter on the makeup
11 What shoes work best with this look
Kneehigh or ankle boots combat boots