Taylor Swift's career-defining Eras Tour has felt like the event of the century for her passionate fan base, the Swifties. I attended one of Swift's three Tampa performances in April and haven't shut up about it since. (My coworkers know I'm not exaggerating, and that I'm only somewhat sorry.) Still, the best Taylor Swift gifts aren't limited to tickets for a 2024 concert date.
With every Taylor Swift sighting in 2023—out to dinner, at a football game, out to dinner with the guy from the Chiefs—the singer gives fans a window into her personal style and inspiration for holiday shopping. According to Sarah Chapelle, creator of the fashion identification site Taylor Swift Style (@taylorswiftstyled on Instagram) and author of a forthcoming book on Swift's relationship with fashion, Taylor Swift's style is defined by three pillars: a high-low mix of luxury designers and more accessible, high-street brands, a habit of rewearing the same pieces multiple times, and a love of supporting small businesses alongside globally recognised labels. "This trifecta works in tandem and, I believe, supports her natural inclination and taste in style but also helps to project [her] friendly, approachable image," Chapelle explains.
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It's also highly shoppable. The high-low mix in Swift's wardrobe and beauty routine means there are plenty of Swift tested-and-approved gifts to purchase for the 2023 holiday season. "In addition to official merchandise—there are a few rare pieces that have their own cult-like status—Swifties are typically motivated when one of Taylor's fashion exacts is priced more accessibly than the haute couture designer goods," Chapelle says. From 2023, available Taylor exacts include an oversize Reformation sweater, a customisable Mejuri ring, and New Balance's trending 550 sneakers.
"Her beauty favourites are also a more subtle and long-lasting way to emulate Taylor's style," Chapelle adds. Translation: You can't go wrong with Swift's NARS red lipstick or Pat McGrath liquid liner for a sharp cat-eye.
If you really want to put in the research for your favourite Swiftie, consider shopping secondhand for a luxury gift Swift wore in a past era. "[I]f someone managed to find a secondhand exact piece from Taylor's fashion archives that I've loved," Chapelle notes, "that would be such a great gift for someone like myself who has a highly detailed fashion index going back years." (For any friends reading, Chapelle's most wanted are a green Elie Saab bag and a Topshop coat Swift wore in 2014.)
Of course, fashion gifts and beauty finds aren't the only way to impress a Swiftie on your list. Upgrades to their home audio system can make listening to a new Taylor's Version a luxury experience too.
Ahead, shop the 22 best Taylor Swift gifts for fans of every era, onstage and off. The lineup includes Chapelle-recommended pieces worn by Swift, my favourite jewellery gifts from Swift's recent street style, and items inspired by Swift's expansive musical catalogue.
FOR THE SWIFTIE WHO LOVES 'LOVER'
Stella McCartney x Taylor Swift T-Shirt
Taylor Swift's Lover era came with a tie-dye-drenched Stella McCartney collaboration (and a shout-out to the designer in "London Boy"). Select pieces heavy on pastel shades and tour merch-inspired graphics are still floating around resale sites. Wearing one of these shirts is the closest your Swiftie can get to the 'Loverfest' experience. (If only!)
FOR THE COLOUR-COORDINATING SWIFTIE
Mejuri Heirloom Ring Garnet
Taylor Swift's look for an early December appearance at Arrowhead Stadium included this Mejuri ring, customised with a Chiefs-adjacent garnet stone. You can keep the matching gemstone in for your favourite Swiftie, or swap it for their birthstone.
FOR THE SWIFTIE WHO'S A SNEAKERHEAD
New Balance White & Red 550 Sneakers
Taylor Swift joined the growing list of celebrity New Balance 550 fans at her first Kansas City Chiefs game earlier this fall. Her exact pair is still available at SSENSE—and on sale—for the Swiftie who's also building a hype-worthy sneaker collection and, maybe, a sudden Travis Kelce fan.
Or, to really impress the sneakerhead on your list, select pairs of the Ganni x New Balance collaboration Swift wore to the recording studio shortly after their Copenhagen Fashion Week runway debut are available on StockX.
FOR THE SWIFTIE WHO LIKES A STATEMENT
Larroudé Kate Hi Boot
Taylor Swift wore these sky-high leather boots in December to take in another Kansas City Chiefs game. For fans who aren't headed to a VIP box at Arrowhead Stadium, these boots are just as suited to nights out to dinner or evening events. (Just ask Selena Gomez, who also wore a pair out in New York recently.)
FOR THE SWIFTIE WITH '70S STYLE
Mother Open Back Top
This crochet tank is another piece of recent Swift style history, as seen in her self-directed music video for "Lavender Haze." A few are still in stock to give a Swiftie who loves the singer's latest album and 1970s-inspired clothing in equal measure.
FOR A SWIFTIE IN INCOGNITO MODE
Anine Bing Indio Sunglasses
Chances are, the Swiftie in your life isn't dodging paparazzi. Still, an exact pair of Taylor Swift's Anine Bing sunglasses are just the thing for when she wants to lay low.
FOR THE SWIFTIE WHO PREFERS UP-DOS
Anthropologie Aimee Claw Hair Clip Set
This Chapelle-recommended exact from Taylor Swift's off-duty wardrobe makes an excellent stocking stuffer. Reviewers with long hair, thick hair, and curly hair say they prettily twist hair into place and keep it there—just like the casual bun Swift clipped hers into earlier this year.
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FOR THE SWIFTIE WHO LIKES TO INDULGE
Aupen Nirvana Bag
If the Swiftie in your life is also the type to wish for a luxury gift, an elevated everyday handbag with a twist is exactly what she'll want to unwrap. Taylor Swift's recent string of dinners and dates in New York City have provided all sorts of gifting inspiration, such as this asymmetric black shoulder bag with sleek gold hardware.
FOR THE SWIFTIE AWAITING A RE-RECORD
Catbird Jewelry Sylvie Snake Ring
I know plenty of Swifties are eager to enter the Reputation (Taylor's Version) era, myself included. This slim stacking ring winks at the album's defining symbol without feeling overly obvious or costume-y. Any Swiftie on your list can slot it into their everyday ring stack—maybe next to a set of threadbare gold rings—until the new record finally arrives.
FOR THE BEJEWELLED SWIFTIE
Lelet Love Actually Pearl Gram Clip
In the "Bejeweled" music video, Taylor Swift decorated a towering wig with personalised clips by Lelet. In real life, the Swiftie on your list can snap these initial charms into everything from a low bun to clipped-back bangs, or pin one on to her bag. Wherever she places hers, it's a sweet way to bring some shimmer into her life.
FOR THE SWIFTIE WITH AN EARSCAPE
Jennifer Zeuner Tasha Earrings
Taylor Swift has debuted a number of new piercings this year with all sorts of earrings to match. This Chapelle-sourced chain pair comes from an affordable brand Swift recently wore to show off her growing stack.
FOR THE SWIFTIE WHO STAYS COSY
Reformation Jadey Oversized Sweater
A wing of Taylor Swift's closet has been dedicated to Reformation for years, with pieces including the sweater she recently wore on Instagram to celebrate her latest Billboard No.1 hit. Your favourite Swiftie doesn't have to save their knit for special occasions; the slouchy fit and neutral tone are perfect for lounging at home this winter.
FOR THE SWIFTIE WHO ONLY WEARS A CAT-EYE
Pat McGrath Perma Precision Liner
Taylor Swift was committed to the sharp cat-eye before dropping a reference in the opening bars of Midnights' "Vigilante Sh–t." This Pat McGrath liquid liner is reportedly the one she uses for a perfect point on magazine covers and her tour stage.
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FOR THE SWIFTIE WHO ALSO LOVES SHANIA
Daydreamer LA Shania Twain Any Man Of Mine OS Tee
Taylor Swift launched a thousand fan theories when she wore this T-shirt to her recording studio. I don't know whether it's a sign that Swift is collaborating with Shania Twain, or that a forthcoming release is a double album like Twain's Up!, or some other third option. I do know it's an exact item Swift wore that pays homage to another musical legend (and as the artist proved, it's casual perfection with a pair of biker shorts).
FOR THE RED LIP, CLASSIC SWIFTIE
NARS Powermatte Long-Lasting Lipstick (Dragon Girl)
Every memorable Taylor Swift beauty moment starts with a powerful red lip. They're also a motif in some of her biggest hits. Naturally, one of Swift's reported favourite lipsticks is an ideal beauty gift for the devout Taylor Swift fan, as Chapelle points out.
FOR THE COGNOSCENTI SWIFTIE
Tom Ford Santal Blush Eau de Parfum
Maybe she's more interested in a designer fragrance than a new makeup set. In that case, take Chapelle's recommendation to try one of Swift's signature perfumes. This earthy unisex fragrance has hypnotic notes of cinnamon bark oil, ylang-ylang, and Australian sandalwood.
FOR THE SWIFTIE ON THE GO
Mansur Gavriel Classic Crossbody
Taylor Swift has worn a lot of Mansur Gavriel bags this year (and often, the same bag more than once). This crossbody shape from her wardrobe comes in five versatile shades from claret to black—and it can fit all her daily essentials.
FOR YOUR SWIFTIE'S LISTENING PARTIES
Audio-Technica Stereo Turntable
Make sure they're playing their limited-edition Taylor Swift vinyls and not just displaying them. This sleek starter turntable is recommended by 93% of past shoppers, thanks to its easy-to-set-up design and excellent sound quality.
FOR A SWIFTIE TO REMEMBER IT ALL
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera
"Film cameras are more popular now than ever, so a[n instant] camera would be a great gift for any Swiftie who may have a moment they want to capture and remember," Chapelle suggests. This mini Instax camera comes in a 1989-coded shade—and it's small enough to tote to a 2024 Eras Tour date.
FOR THE STYLISH SELF-TITLED FAN
Ganni Mid-Shaft Western Boot
Swifties who've supported their girl since her debut album deserve a cool nod to her country roots. How about this pair of responsibly designed Western boots—which are also a street style favourite?
FOR THE MIXOLOGIST SWIFTIE
Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey
Taylor Swift famously loves to sip an Old Fashioned. A bottle of premium Tennessee whiskey is just the thing for your 21-and-over Swiftie to make it her favourite drink. Don't forget a set of whiskey glasses to match.
FOR THE SENTIMENTAL SWIFTIE
Monica Rich Kosann Slim "Nan" Sterling Silver Locket Necklace with Engraved Accents
If the person on your list is overdue for a jewellery upgrade, this pendant has an understated, everyday appeal and a place to keep her favourite Eras Tour memories close. You'll score extra bonus points if her favourite songs include one of Swift's lyrical references to necklaces and lockets.
This article originally appeared in Harper’s BAZAAR US.