Taylor Swift Unveils New Look and Personal Growth at 40 Principales Awards

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We’re used to seeing Taylor Swift in pretty feminine frocks and classic pumps, but it looks like we’ll see less of that now. “Swifty” is officially growing up and taking risks!

Taylor Swift sports a sleek fringe and soft waves, accentuated by her striking blue eyes enhanced with smoky eyeshadowTaylor Swift sports a sleek fringe and soft waves, accentuated by her striking blue eyes enhanced with smoky eyeshadow (Credit: WENN)

The country cutie attended the 40 Principales Awards in Madrid, Spain, in a short and sexy white Kaufmanfranco mini dress that spelled HOT and capped it off with an equally stunning pair of trendy platform ‘Dufoura’ sandals from none other than Christian Louboutin.

Taylor Swift wore a crystal-embroidered white shift dress from Kaufmanfranco's Spring 2013 collection at the 40 Principales Music Awards in MadridTaylor Swift wore a crystal-embroidered white shift dress from Kaufmanfranco’s Spring 2013 collection at the 40 Principales Music Awards in Madrid (Credit: WENN)

In an interview with Vibe magazine, Taylor Swift describes herself as a quintessential Sagittarius, highlighting her optimistic nature, love for travel, and thirst for adventure. She emphasizes the Sagittarian trait of valuing independence, yet she also acknowledges her attraction to romance and the idea of falling in love.

“I’m a Sagittarius, which means, you know, I’m blindly optimistic, I love to travel, I’m always up for adventure but also always want something new,” she said. “Sagittarians are really independent, and we like our space. We’re drawn to love but battle for that need for independence.”

“Independence is something I’ve always needed, from when I was young, but I love the idea of romance and falling in love,” Swift added. “I’ve never really had a long relationship. So that’s something I think about for the future. It’s an interesting part of my personality: Part of me just wants to be alone.”

Taylor Swift's dress featured an illusion insert and was paired with Ofira earrings, a Lorraine Schwartz ring, and Christian Louboutin 'Dufoura' open-toe bootiesTaylor Swift’s dress featured an illusion insert and was paired with Ofira earrings, a Lorraine Schwartz ring, and Christian Louboutin ‘Dufoura’ open-toe booties (Credit: WENN)

Taylor Swift poses in the press room during 40 Principales Awards 2012Taylor Swift poses in the press room during 40 Principales Awards 2012 at the Palacio de Deportes on January 24, 2013 in Madrid, Spain (Credit: WENN)

Taylor Swift shows off her feet in Christian Louboutin 'Dufoura' open-toe bootiesTaylor Swift shows off her feet in Christian Louboutin ‘Dufoura’ open-toe booties (Credit: WENN)

Taylor Swift rocks snake-print and transparent PVC platform ‘Dufoura’ sandals from Christian Louboutin's Spring 2013 collectionTaylor Swift rocks snake-print and transparent PVC platform ‘Dufoura’ sandals from Christian Louboutin’s Spring 2013 collection (Credit: WENN)

How do you like Taylor’s latest red carpet style? We love it, and we love her taste in sandals, too!

This sandal is made of a mix of materials—specchio and Cuoio leather, transparent PVC, and suede. The ‘Dufoura’ also has 5-inch stiletto heels and platforms about 1.5 inches thick. Cassie, Jenny McCarthy, and Teresa Palmer are also fans of this style!

Christian Louboutin 'Dufoura' Sandals

Christian Louboutin 'Dufoura' Sandals

Christian Louboutin 'Dufoura' SandalsChristian Louboutin ‘Dufoura’ Sandals, $1,195