Out and About in New York City

Worn On: **6/20/25 // new york city, ny**

the commentary

It feels like we’re in an eras shoulder season - the liminal space between the fading twilight of Taylor’s most recent work and the imminent foreshadowing of the work to come. I often get asked questions specific to these purgatory periods. The time between albums when it feels like we’re parsing looks for moments of recognition and hints of what is yet to come. What are the true bookmarks of an era’s signature fashion? When does an era begin and end? When can we expect certain statement pieces to fade out and fresh ones to take their place? Admittedly, I find it’s best (and easiest) to demarcate the borders of an era’s fashion only in hindsight. Partially because we’re flying without knowledge of Taylor’s album release roadmap and also because Taylor’s fashion contains so many girly staples that remain consistent - agnostic of the era.

In this outfit, I see many elements I associate with TTPD fashion. Note that tiny braid, the piled on necklace stack, and that corset-like boned top! Among that necklace stack, I even noticed one of my recent NFL 2025-26 fashion predictions already coming true! Diving into the fashion credits, Taylor’s steadfast fashion pillars (repetition, high/low, indie designers) come to light. The repeat is her Mansur Gavriel clutch which we last saw in September 2023. The high/low is the direct pairing of a high street top from longtime favourite brand Reformation with a designer skirt from Miu Miu. For those keeping track, this marks her fifth Miu Miu pleated mini skirt. Proof of the power in knowing what you like and sticking to it to build recognition. Although this one appears to be a girlish spin on boxer shorts thanks to its button front and stripe detailing. If I was “The Man” indeed! The one item that feels the most atypical are those pointy patent pumps. Normally, I’d expect Taylor to opt for a platform heeled sandal. The pump is a sleek, unexpected choice.

The combination of colours and pieces are very Taylor - a quirky blend of shades and shapes. While she’s long loved a mini skirt, I wonder how different this look might feel with loose, pleated trousers or even lengthening of the skirt to a midi length.