If you plan on attending Taylor Swift’s, The Eras Tour, this post is for you. One of the most fun parts about seeing Taylor Swift live and perform for 3.5 hours, is that the entire audience is also on theme.
I don’t think I’ve ever been to a concert before that was quite like this. Not only was this one of the best concerts I have ever been to, but everyone, and I mean everyone, was dressed up in their favorite Taylor Swift era. Whether you were an OG Swiftie and have been listening since her debut album, or you’re more of a newbie like me who came around in her pop era, 1989, you can dress however you like for this epic concert.
To get you excited for your upcoming Eras Tour experience, here are some great Taylor Swift Eras Tour outfit ideas for each era. From iconic looks from Taylor’s albums, music videos, to tour outfits, these are sure to get you in the mood to sing and dance your heart out for 3.5 hours. Oh and yes make the friendship bracelets and share them with your new Eras Tour friends you meet along the way.
Eras Tour Outfit Ideas
Debut Era Outfit Ideas
While The Eras Tour does not cover any songs from Taylor Swift’s self titled album that she released in 2006, you can still represent your favorite album with some of these fun pieces. Tim McGraw, Teardrops On My Guitar and Should’ve Said No are a few favorites from this country album.
Embrace the country vibes and wear fun cowboy boots, and a nod to the teal dress she wore to perform, and butterflies on the album cover.
Fearless Era Outfit Ideas
Released in 2008, Fearless was a country album with a few Taylor classics. Taylor’s Version of Fearless was released in 2021 with vault songs. But a few classics on this album include “Love Story”, “You Belong With Me” and of course, “Fearless”. And my personal favorite is the vault song, Mr. Perfectly Fine.
Her performances from this era are all about the gold fringe, sparkle and cowboy boots. Draw outfit inspiration from the gold fringe, or Love Story and be a Juliet in a love story, and lastly, take a look out of the iconic You Belong With Me music video.
Fearless Era Outfit Fringe Dress
During The Eras Tour for the Fearless era, Taylor is wearing a gold (and now gold and black) fringe tinsel style dress. It’s such a fun almost flapper style dress which is really easy to find for a quick outfit. But wear anything with gold and glitter and you’ll be good to go!
Love Story Era Outfit Idea
This Romeo & Juliet inspired love song can have you wearing a Victorian style dress to the concert. Step into a fairytale dress for this ensemble.
You Belong With Me Outfit Ideas
You have a few options to represent the You Belong With Me Song whether it’s the plaid pajamas and Junior Jewels tee that you can DIY along with glasses, or a band outfit, you have a few things to try here!
Speak Now Era Outfit Ideas
Speak Now was released in 2010, and Taylor’s Version was released in 2023, and this country album is packed with incredible bops. And some of her best love songs like “Dear John”, “Enchanted” and “Long Live” to name a few. And my personal favorite (and remember, I don’t even like country) “Mean”. Hands down my favorite song in her country era. You can’t tell me that’s not the best country bop.
This era is ALL about all things purple. It’s feminine, it’s full of love so lean into the super feminine vibes. Lots of tulle, glitter, and butterflies. This is an easy one to accomplish if you have a great purple dress in your closet you already love to wear. Add some cowboy boots and dance away.
Red Era Outfit Ideas
A few of my favorite songs from the Red Era include “All Too Well” (the 10 minute version obviously), “22” and “I Knew You Were Trouble”. From the vault, a personal favorite of mine is “Message In A Bottle”. For me, this was the album I started to like a few songs that crossed over to more pop in 2012-2013. And Taylor released Red, Taylor’s Version in 2021 along with some amazing vault songs.
And while a red lip is instantly what we think of for Taylor Swift, I think this era requires it for sure. Red lipstick, red nails, this is the RED era after all. PS, here’s some of my favorite red lipsticks that don’t budge.
22 Outfit Idea
The most iconic look of the era may be the graphic tee, black hat and shorts and this is such an easy outfit to put together with things you likely already have on hand. DIY your t-shirt or pick up a fun one on Etsy. Pair with black shorts and loafers.
Ringmaster Outfit Idea
Taylor Swift’s Red tour had a whole ringmaster vibe to it. So you can also lean into this trend with a cool ringmaster jacket paired with sequined shorts or even a pair of your favorite denim jeans.
1989 Era Outfit Ideas
This is the album that turned me into a Taylor Swift fan. I am not into country, so when 1989 came out in 2014, I was hooked as a pop music fan. The electronic pop vibes had me obsessed. There are so many options for 1989 and I love them all!
A few of my favorite songs from the 1989 album include “Blank Space”, “Style”, “Bad Blood”, “Clean”, and all of the vault songs (these may be my favorite songs of hers from her entire discography). She released Taylor’s Version of 1989 in 2023 while on The Eras Tour.
With so many great songs from the 1989 Era, you have a lot of options for outfits. You can try outfits inspired by the songs, music videos and of course, her Eras Tour outfits like matching sequined pieces and sequin dresses.
Style Era Outfit Idea
This song just screams a matching sequined set. Taylor rocks a few variations of it on The Eras Tour so you can pick and choose a fun color for this.
1989 Outfit Ideas
Go more comfy in 1989 graphic concert t-shirts, or a a NYC tee and hat. Add a denim jacket, mini skirt and cute Chucks for a simple and comfortable outfit for enjoying The Eras Tour.
Skater Skirt Outfit Ideas
The skater skirt and bomber jacket is the perfect combination for a 1989 Eras Tour outfit idea. So many fun sequined options to shop too. And you can just style with a Converse for ultra comfort. Taylor has recently upgraded her matching sequined sets on The Eras Tour to reflect a sequined skater skirt which I think is truly a nod back to the 1989 era.
Reputation Era Outfit Ideas
One of my favorite albums from Taylor Swift released in 2017 includes a few favorite songs like “Ready For It?”, “I Did Something Bad”, “Look What You Made Me Do”, and “Dress” (a personal favorite). This album is all about the media scrutiny and the snakes who tried to tear her reputation apart. Snakes are a must for this era along with lots of black, leather and mesh. This era is all about sexy, edgy and black.
And yes, we are all anxiously awaiting for Taylor’s Version of Reputation and I can not wait for it to finally arrive.
Reputation Eras Snake Outfit Idea
This snake bodysuit is so fun and different. I would add a black tube top under it if you are not into how revealing it is. Pair these fun tops with black denim, or black leather shorts or skirts for easy and comfortable outfits. And for shoes, black combat boots work great.
There are also a few fun snake dresses you can shop or dresses that mimic Taylor Swift’s Reputation bodysuit in The Eras Tour. And don’t forget a few fun Reputation eras accessories like snake rings and a choker with a snake on it to mix TTPD and Reputation.
Newspaper Print Outfit Idea
The Reputation Era is also synonymous with this newspaper print. There are a few fun pieces to shop that would be great with what you probably already have in your closet, black shorts or denim, and call it a day. This print is represented on the album and much of her Reputation tour.
Lover Era Outfit Ideas
One of my favorite albums, Lover was released in 2019 which was her first album she owned fully. Lover is full of beautiful love songs and pop favorites. From “Cruel Summer”, “Lover”, “The Man”, “False God” and more. I could go on, it’s one of my top 3 albums. Lots of pinks and blues and pretty lover details from hearts and girly flowers.
Lover Eras Tour Outfit Ideas
So much of the Lover era is full of pinks and blues, and lots of rainbow inspired looks with the album cover background. Try wearing a sequined matching set in one of these colors, or just embrace the colors of the album in comfortable pieces like a pink or blue denim set. Don’t forget to add some heart earrings!
The Man Era Outfit Ideas
Sequined blazers are easy to find so why not replicate Taylor Swift’s The Man outfit from The Eras Tour. I especially love this red sequined blazer. Pair with sequined cowboy boots or go more comfortable in a white sneaker.
Folklore and Evermore Era Outfit Ideas
Combining Folklore and Evermore since Taylor Swift recently updated her set list to also combine these two eras. Folklore was released during the pandemic in 2020. And just five months later she casually drops Evermore.
These two albums have more folk, indie vibes to them with a few favorite songs like “Cardigan”, “The 1”, “Champagne Problems” and “August” to name a few from these sister albums.
Folklore Era Vibes
Embrace the cottagecore vibes of this album and era. Try anything from Free People along with some lace-up boots. The more ruffles and tiers to your dress the better! Try a plaid dress too for something different. And don’t forget a braid in your hair to mimic the cover of Evermore.
Mirrorball And Champagne Problems Era Outfit Idea
Embrace mirrorball and champagne hues with one of these fun pieces for a nod to some of the best songs on these albums. Mostly we see the boho dresses and cottagcore outfits for these two eras, but these could be a fun option to try.
Midnights Era Outfit Ideas
The Midnight’s album may be my favorite Taylor Swift album. Released in 2022, this album is hands down my favorite. From songs like “Lavendar Haze”, “Anti-Hero”, “Bejeweled”, “Karma” and my personal favorite, “Mastermind”. I could go on!
For the Midnight’s Era outfit ideas, go for all the sparkles and sequins in shades of navy or maroon. Opt for star prints, celestial prints and sequins. Lean into purple and navy, or go bejewelled if you will, in metallics. And if you want to maybe manifest a Karma album (because who isn’t), Taylor Swift has been wearing a new orange look so why not rock that color too for this era.
All The Sparkles For Midnights
I think this era is really fun to wear and just choose a fun sparkly item whether it’s a top or bottom, and pair it with your go-to comfy bottoms. That’s basically what I did for my Eras tour outfit. And you can try the tinsel fringe jacket that is available at Nasty Gal here.
Anti-Hero Outfit Idea
Another option for the Midnights Era is to try the anti-hero outfit which reflects the 70’s inspiration of the album cover. Just pair some burnt orange, or brown corduroy flares with a striped retro baby tee. Easy and comfortable!
The Tortured Poets Department Era Outfit Ideas
Hands down the best era of the entire show. The Tortued Poets Department (TTPD) was released in 2024 with a surprise second album to accompany it. Taylor Swift debuted TTPD as the newest era at The Eras Tour at the start of the European leg of the tour in Paris April 2024. This is the show I attended and it was just so damn good. From “Fortnight”, to “Down Bad”, “But Daddy I Love Him”, and hands down my absolute favorite was “I Can Do It With A Broken Heart”, this album is packed with incredible tunes.
Tortured Poets Eras Outfit
Go for a white dress, white booties and a choker to achieve the look she donned at The Grammy’s and also in her TTPD performance. This is also perfect for those spring and summer concerts. And yes, white boots are a great investment, here’s how to style white boots so you’ll get some use out of them beyond the concert.
I Can Do It With A Broken Heart Outfit Idea
Since I went to the Paris shows, I feel like no one was in this look but I bet we’ll see it in upcoming shows. Why not dress like a showgirl or the tailcoat jacket with a sequined set underneath it? It’s a fun way to dress up for what I think is the BEST performance of the entire 3.5 hour show.
What will you be wearing to The Eras Tour? With so many great concert outfits and ideas pulled from album covers, music videos and past tour costumes, the options are endless to make them your own. Most importantly, I recommend going in a comfortable look that you can move, sing and dance in.
I opted for a comfortable sneaker, silky cargo pants, and a sequined bra top to represent my favorite era, Midnights. So you don’t have to go all in head to toe, instead, you can just add a nod in a top, or bottom. This should be a FUN evening so keeping your outfit comfortable I think is key! I hope you enjoy your Taylor Swift concert experience, it’s a memorable one!
Before you go, here are a few more things to know before you head to The Eras Tour!
Things To Know Before Going To The Eras Tour
Before you head to The Eras Tour which will undoubtedly be the best night of your life, there are a few things to keep in mind. This is to ensure you have the BEST time, and also feel your best.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
Maybe you’re capable of wearing 4 inch heels for 3.5 hours like Taylor, but I am not. I would opt for a comfortable shoe like a sneaker, or low heel. I think many of the outfits work well with comfortable shoes regardless. But you will likely be standing and dancing the entire time along with long wait times to get out of the stadium and back on trains to get home.
Know The Bag Rule
If you haven’t been to a sporting event or concert in a while, bag rules have changed drastically in the last few years. Check your venues bag rules to make sure you are able to bring your bag into the stadium without any issues.
Know The Chants
There are a few fun chants that fans do during songs like Anti-Hero’s “Taylor you’ll be fine”. This article has all the chants to know!
Eat Before You Go
The concert is LONG and usually there is a decent amount of travel time to and from the venue. I recommend eating a decent size meal before you go so you don’t feel the need to buy stadium food and waste your time and money.
Ear Protection
Especially for small children, ear protection is a must. And as I’ve gotten older, I have honestly considered ear protection at concerts. Loop Earplugs are a really cool new type of earplug that reduces noise but still keeps the music crisp and clear.
