Taylor Swift Just Wore the Pretty Red Carpet Trend She Brings Back Every Winter

If you're anything like me, you've had Taylor Swift's new version of her Red album on repeat all day today. Of course, she's been busy this week on a promotional tour supporting the new release, which has included two late-night talk shows, a red carpet event, and rehearsals for her Saturday Night Live appearance.
One of my favorite looks so far has been her plum-colored velvet Etro suit that she styled with Alexandre Birman boots. Velvet is a trend that Swift brings back every fall and winter without fail—can you blame her? Especially when worn in a beautiful gemstone color, it's just so perfectly festive and cozy for the season. Oh, and let's not forget about the stars of her short film: Sadie Sink and Dylan O'Brien, who also looked exceptionally cool on the red carpet. Scroll down to see the photos and to shop my favorite velvet pieces.
On Taylor Swift: Etro blazer and pants; Alexandre Birman Myra Pointed Toe Booties ($725)
Other Outfits From Taylor Swift's Red Album Promotion Tour
On Swift: Zuhair Murad dress; Christian Louboutin shoes; Nickho Rey earrings
On Swift: David Koma dress; Aquazzura shoes; Mindi Mond earrings
Shop My Favorite Velvet Pieces
Next, Meghan Markle Wore a Plunging Gown With a Thigh-High Slit on the Red Carpet

Erin got her start as a Who What Wear intern in 2011—back when the site only published a single story per day. (We have since increased that number twentyfold.) She graduated magna cum laude from USC and lives in Los Angeles. In college, she also interned at Refinery29, where she was promoted to editorial assistant and then assistant editor. After nearly three years at R29, she came back to WWW in 2015, where she is now the Associate Director of Fashion News. From the Oscars to the Met Gala, she leads the site's entire red carpet coverage strategy. She specializes in celebrity and fashion news but also enjoys writing travel features and runway reports. She frequently contributes to WWW's social accounts and has a sizable following on her personal TikTok.
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