Out and About in New York City
Worn On: 10/12/24 // New York, NY
the commentary
While Annie’s Ibiza lists this co-ordinating set as made from green deadstock velvet fabric, to my eye it tilts far more gold / yellow with a slight greenish undertone (a very yellow-toned chartreuse, I’d say). Though I suppose that is the wonder of a sheeny fabric like velvet that it can change dramatically with the light.
This outfit continues a lot of ongoing TTPD trends. Namely, corsetry and a certain sensual appeal thanks to the rich materials used in the top and skirt. And while this should have been set up for success in my eyes based solely on the so-called “green” of the ‘fit, I must admit that I am not a fan. Though a matching top and skirt is v Taylor (dating back to the 2014 days of 1989), I feel like breaking the matchy matchy moment apart to pair this corset with some trousers and slimmer heels would have fared better to my eyes. But maybe that’s my inner “jeans and a cute top” millennial talking.
The worst “offender”, for me, are the chunky mules. While I love the sandwich styling moment to coordinate with her Roberto Cavalli bag (I need you all to be Very Cool about that style name and the reminder that RC is the designer behind her Eras Tour reputation jumpsuit), their overall heaviness brings the look down, in my opinion. But what would a Taylor look be without a “wrong shoe” styling.
What I do love and want to call out? The romantic soft curls, swoopy bangs, and Morocco-y looking lips.
the clothes
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