Taylor Swift is known for her preppy, feminine-chic style. Her must-haves include high-waist shorts.
Taylor Swift shines at the 40 Principales Awards in Madrid on January 24, 2013, showcasing her chic style in a glittering red Alice + Olivia Felicity rhinestone crewneck paired with sleek black high-waisted shorts (Credit: ACE / INFphoto)
And boy, she loves short shorts that show off her gorgeous gams! She loves them so much that they’re usually part of her concert wardrobe.
During the filming of a Keds commercial in Los Angeles on March 16, 2013, Taylor Swift sported a chic and casual ensemble featuring Joe’s Jeans Melodie classic rolled shorts, a Jonathan Simkhai two-tone oxford shirt, and Keds Champion canvas sneakers (Credit: Merino / INFphoto)
Two of our favorite looks from her concerts were the outfits below, which feature a pair of black leather high-waist shorts and a pair of high-waist red shorts styled perfectly per Taylor’s signature look.
The best thing about these outfits is that you can easily recreate them this season. We’re here to help you every step of the way!
Taylor Swift electrifies the stage at Met Life Stadium, clad in high-waisted shorts during her Red tour performance in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 13, 2013 (Credit: Joel Ginsburg / WENN)
Our first stop is this rather posh ensemble consisting of a pair of black leather high-waist shorts that she wore with a white button-down top and a pair of red oxfords.
It’s good that Taylor has the body for this pair of leather shorts because they fit like a second skin.
Taylor Swift makes a bold statement in form-fitting black leather high-waist shorts (Credit: Joel Ginsburg / WENN)
Check out our picks of black leather high-waist shorts, a white top, and red oxfords below to cap off your Taylor Swift–inspired ensemble.
From left to right: Midnight Rocker shorts in black, $52; high-waisted faux leather shorts in black, $14.30; BLANKNYC vegan leather shorts in Coachella, $92
From left to right: Space Between blouse in white, $48; BP. “Caden” oxfords in burgundy suede, $39.96
Since Taylor’s tour and new album are titled Red, it’s appropriate for her to wear hot red high-waist shorts. This time, she chose a more casual, rather summer-ready look by matching the shorts with a striped tee and Keds sneakers.
Taylor Swift coordinates perfectly in vibrant red high-waist shorts and matching sneakers (Credit: Joel Ginsburg / WENN)
Feel free to browse our picks of red high-waist shorts, perfect for daywear this summer. You can complete the look with a striped tee and comfy Keds sneakers.
Displayed from left to right: Alice + Olivia “Butterfly” shorts in cherry, $93.50; Follow Me shorts in red, $42; high-waisted shorts in red, $25.40
Shown from left to right: Vince Camuto stripe bandage top in rich black, $79; Keds “Taylor Swift RED” champion sneakers in red, $49.95