15 Taylor Swift Halloween Costume Ideas That’ll Impress 2024
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Taylor Swift Halloween costume ideas are never in short supply, as her Eras Tour proved. The beauty of Taylor Allison Swift is that her extended reign over pop music has afforded us an abundance of costume inspiration from each of her 11 original studio albums. This is a woman who has radically revamped her aesthetic at least 10 times over the course of nearly two decades in the spotlight. And every one of those eras brought with it an assortment of new looks for the rest of us to copy.
Whether you’re headed to one of her final North America Eras Tour dates or a Halloween bash, these easy Taylor Swift costume ideas will have fellow Swifties nodding back with respect. Game recognize game, and baby, let the games begin. Ready for it?
Taylor Swift DebutBack when she just wanted to be Faith Hill, Taylor leaned into her country ārootsā (she’s from Pennsylvania, but we love her for it), and kept her look very girlish and bohemian with sundresses and cowboy boots. Go the extra mile and pick up a half-inch barrel curling iron to create those tight coils we can’t forget. Don’t forget to do too much with your eye makeup (this was before she landed on the cat eye liner).
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41-Inch Acoustic Guitar Bag With Adjustable Shoulder Strap
Intimately Bohemian Nights Maxi Slip
FRYE Kate Pull On Boot
FearlessSwift was equal parts princess and sparkles during the Fearless era, which saw her leaning into high school stereotypes and fairytale love stories. She wears high heels, I wear sneakersā¦
It was the era when Taylor became Taylor Swift: mega star, and went on her first headlining tour. Do not skimp on the glitter.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – MARCH 12: Musician Taylor Swift performs on stage in concert on the Sydney stop of her “Fearless” tour at The Factory Theatre on March 12, 2009 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Don Arnold/WireImage)Don Arnold
Cantonwalker Black Strapless Mini Dress
Basgute Flower Embroidery Tulle Prom Dress
Jenni Kayne Long-Sleeve Willow Blouse
Gentle Souls by Kenneth Cole Ella Stretch Knee High Boot
Speak NowSwift entered her 20s during this era, which gave birth to bitter tracks like āMeanā and āDear John.ā Purple has become The Color for this era, and though she stuck to girlish clothes overall, we begin here to see the emergence of modern-day Taylor, with the bold red lip and winged eyeliner that have become her signature. Don’t forget to throw your hair into a ponytail and write Tay’s favorite number, 13, in Sharpie on the back of your hand.
Swift during her Speak Now tour at Prudential Center Newark, New Jersey, on July 24, 2011Kevin Mazur
Lulus Pleasing Chicness Purple Satin Halter Tiered Midi Dress
Sharpie Glam Pop Permanent Markers
RedThe bangs. The vintage. The toe she dipped into EDM. Her music video and tour looks blended throwback styles like high-waist shorts, brogues, and ā50s-inspired dresses with hipster favorites like tights and wide-brim hats. Start with a white lace top or use a basic white T-shirt to make a DIY version of the āNot a Lot Going On at the Momentā tee she wears in the ā22ā music video. Wear sheer tights underneath shorts and top the ensemble off with a hat and a pair of Oxfords for an instantly recognizable Taylor Swift costume.
ARLINGTON, TX – MAY 25: Taylor Swift plays for a sold-out crowd of more than 53,000 fans on the second of 13 North American stadium dates on The RED Tour at Cowboys Stadium on May 25, 2013 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Christopher Polk/TAS/Getty Images for TAS)Christopher Polk/TAS/Getty Images
Kat Von D Tattoo Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Waterproof Lip Liner
J.Crew Pima Cotton Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
Lululemon Align High-Rise Short 2″
1989Her album packed with ā80s synth, Swift leaned even harder into hipsterdom during her 1989 album cycle. Circle skirts, crop tops, glitter, plastic sunglasses, and bob haircutsāThe tour look below could be easily replicated at home with a skater skirt, a bomber jacket, and shades.
But if you really want to go for it, try recreating one of the over-the-top vignettes from the āBlank Spaceā video, like stabbing a cake in your lingerie, crying your mascara off in animal print or wearing a riding outfit while standing on a horse. Hey, who hasn’t worn a cocktail dress to bust up a sports car?
Swift performs during her 1989 tour at AAMI Park Melbourne on December 10, 2015.Graham Denholm/Getty Images
Allegra K Sequin Jacket
Le Specs Transmission Sunglasses
Exchic Shiny Metallic Flared Mini Skater Skirt
ReputationReputation was Taylor’s bad-girl era: dark, black, slouchy. Think snakes, camo printā¦and more black. For a costume that says, āI Did Something Bad,ā scour your closet for a black jumpsuit or one-shoulder top, knee-high boots, and fishnet tights. Complete the look with a goth-glam beat starring a matte wine-color lip and smudgy, smoky eyes.
Onstage at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England, on June 9, 2018, during the Reputation tourDave Hogan/TAS18/Getty Images
Petra Gold Snake Ring
More To Come Fallon Bodysuit
Akiido Fishnet Stockings
Free People We The Free Arya Utility Camo Jacket
LoverLover: the era that wasn’t. Swift came out of the gate bright and bubbly wearing so much pink and pastels, only to have the album’s tour canceled by Covid. When she brought the album back for the Eras tour, it was a more polished, bodysuit-and-blazer style, but once upon a time, Lover meant excess.
So much the better! Throw on your best business suit to be āThe Manā or sling a bow and arrow across your back for āThe Archerā vibes. They all look good on Cornelia street.
BILLBOARD MUSIC AWARDS — Show Backstage — 2019 BBMA at the MGM Grand, Las Vegas, Nevada — Pictured: Taylor Swift — (Photo by: Christopher Polk/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images)NBC/Getty Images
Plefoyu Sequin V-Neck Bodysuit
Sunmoot Long Lapel Leopard Faux Fur Coat
Forever 21 Sequin Notched Blazer
Betsey Johnson Cady Crystal PavƩ Bootie
FolkloreFolklore was the album for which Swift channeled a forest nymph. It’s all about nature witch vibes. The mauve and green gowns she wears to represent this era on tour make her body look like it’s wrapped in moss and flowers. Or if you’re feeling less ambitious, do the āCardiganā music video with a simple white dress and sweater like Swiftie sergeant general Selena Gomez.
If you figure out how to pull off a Rebekah Harkness outfit, do let us know.
Onstage at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on May 27, 2023Kevin Mazur/TAS23/Getty Images
Fanciest Vintage Puffy-Sleeve Prom Dress
Quince Italian Leather Bow Ballet Flat
Mvdlinnds Long-Sleeve Knit Cardigan
Free People Santa Maria Maxi Dress
EvermoreEvermore is the āsister albumā to Folklore, but she definitely has her own thing going on. To get the tour look, make your best attempt at Renaissance-fair chic by dressing in peasant-style sleeves, lace-up bodices, long skirts, and fall colors like gold and red or jewel tones like emerald green. Honestly, any Victorian nightgown will do. But the most important element, if you can locate one, is the cape draped over your shoulders.
Onstage at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on May 05, 2023John Shearer/TAS23/Getty Images
Parlsdy Pirate Peasant Renaissance Costume Dress
Aricy Unisex Hooded Cape
Scbbici Fairy Folklore Renaissance Dress
Aricy Long Velvet Hooded Cape
Ro’s Garden Mustard Occitan Ivy Dress
Free People Dixie Maxi
MidnightsMidnights is Swift at her coolest. ’70s-inspired looks, nothing too frilly or fussy, but definitely sexy. She kept the sparkle but lost the princess vibe, growing up into The pop star of the millennium.
Pull a look from the āLavender Hazeā music video with a faux-fur jacket worn over any party dress you happen to have lying around or channel āall of the people I’ve ghostedā from the āAnti-Heroā music video with nothing but a sheet and sunglasses.
Taylor Swift performs onstage at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on May 12, 2023Lisa Lake/TAS23/Getty Images
Vickstco Fluffy Faux-Fur Outwear Parka Coat
Lisa Colly Fluffy Long-Sleeve Shaggy Faux Fur Jacket
Amazon Basics Lightweight Microfiber Bed Sheet Set
Smiffys Silver Fringe Tinsel Jacket
Muztagata Sequin T-Shirt Dress
The Tortured Poets DepartmentFor her eleventh studio album, Swift drew inspiration from everything from literature toā¦Charlie Puth? If you can figure out how to turn getting high and eating seven bars of chocolate into a costume, more power to you. In the meantime, straightjackets and white dresses will have to do. In fact, black shorts and a black crop top and you’ve got the album cover. Remember to muss up your hair and scowl; your heart is broken.
PARIS, FRANCE – MAY 09: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY. NO BOOK COVERS.) Taylor Swift performs onstage during “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at La Defense on May 09, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management )Kevin Mazur/TAS24/Getty Images
Post Malone Temporary Face Tattoos
Aparoo But Daddy I Love Him T-Shirt
Meiaoxiu Gothic Victorian Dress
’47 Florida Gators Cropped Quarter-Zip Sweatshirt
Taylor Off-DutyGotham
When Tay’s not on stage, it’s all about dresses and other comfy-cute items. Maybe you don’t want to go for a ācostumeā costume, but you’re getting together with friends to listen to her music and you want to channel your inner Swift? Why don’t you borrow a page from her style book and try wearing something backward, or just shop at her favorite storesā¦ (Swift has literally been photographed in these items).
Christy Dawn The Dawn Dress
Sunday Best Trix Dress
Agathea Chunky Loafer
Guest In Residence Shrunken Polo
The CatsLove of Taylor’s life? There are three: Benjamin, Meredith and Olivia. But since no one’s going to fault you for looking more tabby than Scottish fold, any light-colored cat costume will work. Karma. Is. A. Cat.
And so is Bombalurina, but we don’t talk about that.
Bonnie Z. White Cat Ears Headband
Dazcos Fox Tail
Bellelement Vintage Graphic T-Shirt
Motique Fur Cat Ears Headband
Chiefs WAGJason Hanna/Getty Images
Football season is nearly upon us once more, which means that on the rare occasion she doesn’t have a show, we’re getting Swift in the stands, stanning her man in designer jeans and vintage Chiefs gear.
Travis Kelce Eras T-Shirt
Travis Kelce Kansas City Chief Super Bowl LVII Jersey
Abercrombie Kansas City Chiefs Graphic Tee
New Era Cap Sports Classic Windbreaker
