Unafraid of criticism: The looks of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the most fashionable celebrity couple
We took advantage of the announcement of the engagement between the singer and the football player to review how one of the most famous and richest couples in the world dresses
A few days ago, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement by posting romantic photos on Instagram that have been analyzed to death. Besides the engagement ring, which has been the main topic of conversation, the media has also focused on the striped Polo Ralph Lauren dress she wore, her Cartier watch worth more than €15,000, and her Louis Vuitton bracelet with just as many zeros. But besides these images, the celebrity couple have accumulated a handful of notable appearances in their stylistic résumé that are worth reviewing. In this photo, taken during an ice hockey game in Miami last June, the singer wore a bomber jacket and shorts by Area, known for its distinctive crystals, which she paired with a Chanel bag and Prada boots. Kelce went all in on red with a sweatshirt and shorts by the American brand Elwood.Brian Babineau (NHLI via Getty Images)The Pennsylvania native is one of the stars of the summer because, in addition to announcing her upcoming marriage, on August 12 she also revealed that she was going to release a new album, The Life of a Showgirl, which she discussed in more detail on her boyfriend's podcast. The couple's relationship was confirmed in September 2023, and since then, they have been constantly targeted by the paparazzi. This is especially true when Swift goes to cheer on Kelce from the stands at one of his games. This photograph was taken at the beginning of the year during a Kansas City Chiefs game against the Buffalo Bills. For the occasion, Swift chose a Louis Vuitton look consisting of an oversized jacket printed with the French fashion house's iconic monogram, a pleated miniskirt, ankle boots, gloves, and a beanie hat. Although not visible in the picture, she finished off the look with red tights in honor of her fiancé's team colors.Kansas City Star (TNS)The couple is often photographed in two types of situations: sporting events and romantic dates where they dine at New York's most exclusive restaurants. On the latter occasions, Swift usually opts for minidresses in all their variations. At the end of last year, she relied on the power of a little black dress) by Fleur Du Mal, a label specializing in luxury lingerie. She paired it with a stunning long coat studded with crystals by Jonathan Simkhai, sandals with Christian Louboutin's recognizable red soles, and a crystal-fringed bag by Stella McCartney. Kelce wore his team colors with a red waxed denim jacket and matching jeans from Nahmias (a trendy streetwear brand in Los Angeles), a white T-shirt from Saint Michael, and black boots from the Louis Vuitton and Timberland collaboration.XNY/Star Max (GC Images)
Although the singer's style has never been particularly praised by the fashion press (she has rarely made it onto the best-dressed lists), her outfits are often an unbeatable showcase for luxury brands. In this one, for example, she mixes a Gucci corset with a Dior Saddle bag, Louis Vuitton ankle boots, a Ralph Lauren coat, and a pair of rings worth over €3,000 (from Louis Vuitton and Shahla Karimi, respectively). The player isn't doing too badly either: a printed shirt by Jacquemus, a necklace and bracelet by Louis Vuitton, and sneakers by Lanvin. These were the outfits chosen for a dinner date in New York's Soho in October 2024.TheStewartofNY (GC Images)To attend the US Open in September 2024, Swift opted for the timelessness of a gingham print linen dress from Reformation, which she paired with a green Prada bag and brown Gucci sandals. The athlete also chose the Italian brand, wearing a cardigan, polo shirt, and matching fisherman's hat with the Gucci logo clearly visible.MediaPunch/Bauer-Griffin (GC Images)The couple flaunts their own personal style even when attending weddings as guests. The model Karen Elson invited them to her wedding in September 2024, and for the occasion, the artist opted for a beige Zimmerman dress (an Australian brand commonly found in the wardrobes of royals and celebrities) with a floral print and slit at the waist, a Vivienne Westwood bag, and Christian Louboutin sandals. Kelce also opted for Vivienne Westwood for his alternative guest look, replacing the traditional suit with a short-sleeved polo shirt and pants in the same shade.MEGA (GC Images)
When Taylor heads to the field, she doesn't always opt for oversized sweatshirts, vintage soccer jerseys, or ultra-comfortable sweaters. At the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens last September, she adopted a total denim look consisting of a Versace top, GRLFRND shorts, and high Giuseppe Zanotti boots. And we shouldn't overlook her vintage medallion, as the singer is a fan of this type of pendant.David Eulitt (Getty Images)The player made a surprise appearance during Swift's Eras Tour, taking to the stage at London's Wembley Stadium alongside his girlfriend in June 2024. He wore a black tuxedo tailored by Jessica Jones, who often dresses Swift for many of her concerts, and a top hat. She performed in a retro-style outfit consisting of a bralette, high-waisted shorts, and a tuxedo jacket by Vivienne Westwood. Both wore shoes by Christian Louboutin, a brand they have worn on numerous occasions.Gareth Cattermole/TAS24 (Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images f)Given her global influence (and her 282 million followers on Instagram), it's no surprise that many of Taylor Swift's outfits and looks quickly go viral. Such was the case with this black skirt by Halara, a brand known for its sportswear, which she paired with Gucci sneakers and a Stella McCartney bag to dance at the Coachella festival in 2024. Kelce dared to wear an impossible mix of prints, consisting of a flannel plaid shirt by R13, striped pants by Martine Rose, Converse sneakers, and a vintage cap.Gilbert Flores (WWD via Getty Images)Their hugs and kisses after his games (especially when Kansas City wins) have long been another attraction of the television coverage. In the photo, taken last February after Kelce and his team defeated the San Francisco 49ers, Swift wore a corset-style top by Dion Lee, a brand she is a fan of. Although not pictured, the singer completed the look with the ultimate handbag: a Judith Leiber football-shaped bag made just for her.Erick W. Rasco (Sports Illustrated via Getty Ima)The singer often shows her support for Kelce's team, the Kansas City Chiefs, one of the best in the competition over the last five years. Sometimes she simply dresses in their colors (red, white and yellow), and other times she wears special items such as this vintage team sweatshirt. To combat the cold, she added an affordable hat from the brand Kut the Knit, which are handmade.Boston Globe (Boston Globe via Getty Images)In one of their first appearances together as a couple, Swift attended the Saturday Night Live afterparty wearing a satin Versace top with matching pants and a houndstooth coat by Gant. He showed off his original and daring style with a bird-print jacket by Jil Sander, brown trousers by Burberry, and sneakers by Christian Louboutin. The athlete has shown his interest in the world of entertainment and has already made his debut as an actor in films and series.MEGA (GC Images)During a dinner at New York's luxurious Waverly Inn restaurant, one of the couple's first dates, Swift was seen wearing a semi-sheer floral print top by Jean Paul Gaultier paired with a black miniskirt, a signature piece by Khaité, one of the New York brands beloved by fashionistas. Louis Vuitton is behind her boots and Roger Vivier behind her bag. Kelce went all in on beige (he is a fan of dressing head to toe in the same color) and finished off the look with simple Nike Air Jordan sneakers.Gotham (GC Images)
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