Red Era Outfits
If Speak Now was an album about relationships, Red is an album about realizing you can make it on your own. Red era outfits are really grounded in 4 colors: red, black, white, and brown/tan. And you’re probably going for one of three iconic looks: All too Well (the short film), the album cover, or a classic, casual, 22. I’ve got links for each of these (and more Red era outfits) below.
All too Well: Argyle Sweater | Red Scarf
22: Distressed T-Shirt | Black Fedora | Heart Sunglasses | Shorts
Album Look: Trench Coat | Newsboy Hat | Black Tights
Red Era Refresher: Red was released in 2012 and originally included the singles We are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Begin Again, I Knew You Were Trouble, 22, Red, Everything Has Changed, and The Last Time. Taylor released Red (Taylor’s Version) in 2021, along with the iconic All too Well (The Short Film) featuring Sadie Sink. A music video directed by Blake Lively for “I Bet You Think About Me” followed. I’ve got photos and videos below for inspiration.
All too Well (The Short Film) Outfits
Sadie Sink and Taylor created some deeply cozy and sophisticated looks for the 10-minute version of the All to Well Short Film. Set in the Autumn, it features a lot of cozy fall looks you can steal from.
To channel the vibe for the Eras tour, you have two options. You can go for the brown argyle sweater and red scarf that Sadie wears early in the film or you can opt for the more elegant tight black turtleneck (or dress) plus gold rings and jewelry looks that both Taylor and Sadie don later in the short film.
Shop the look: Argyle Sweater | Red Scarf | Black Bodysuit | Gold Ring | Black Dress
Truly we all need this keychain.
Red Album Outfits
Taylor’s classic white button down and black shorts on the original album cover was an iconic 2013 look. On Taylor’s Version, she opted for a cozier newsboy hat and tan trench coat.
I featured the Red single cover above, since it gives a closer look at the outfit on the original album cover. On Taylor’s Version, she updated the color palette slightly, but still leaned into black, tan, and (this time) an orangier red.
Shop the Original Album: White Button Down | Black Shorts | Black Fedora
Shop Taylor’s Version Look: Trench Coat | Newsboy Hat | Black Tights
One of the keys to completing your look if you go for an Red era outfit is the lipstick. Lean into a pinkier red if you’re channeling 2012 and a more orange-red for Taylor’s Version.
Red Music Video Looks
Taylor released seven singles during the original era and the All too Well short film for Taylor’s Version. The best options for creating Eras tour looks are “22” and cute PJs for “We are Never Ever Getting Back Together.” Out of all the eras, I think these are some of the most affordable and casual options.
“22” Outfit Idea
It really doesn’t get more simple than the white t-shirt, black shorts, and fedora. The red heart sunglasses complete the look. This is one of those times that I recommend a DIY t-shirt or shopping on Etsy unless you’re really pressed for time. Any black shorts will do. This is one of the most affordable Eras looks to replicate.
Shop the Look for Adults: Distressed T-Shirt | Black Fedora | Heart Sunglasses | Shorts
Kids 22 Outfit
This look is also featured in my kids Taylor Swift halloween costume ideas post.
Kids 22 Outfit: Youth T-Shirt, Kids Fedora, Youth Heart Sunglasses
“We are Never Ever Getting Back Together” Outfit
I mostly shared this one as an excuse to promote the wearing of cozy pajamas. Here are some cute ones.
“ I Knew You Were Trouble” Look
A white sleeveless shirt, fedora, and black jeans will give you the look here.
“Begin Again” Outfit
Fun fact: Begin Again is one of my favorite Taylor Swift songs. While she was singing in Paris, I was walking the streets of Boston and dreaming of my own future after a hard breakup. I met the man who would become my husband shortly after this song was released. To get this look, you’re looking for full skirts and fitted tops that show off your waistline. For her dressier outfits, I recommend checking out Baltic Born or searching Poshmark for vintage dresses (Lauren Conrad had some cute ones from around this time).
I Bet You Think About Me
The I Bet You Think About Me music video was released for Taylor’s Version and is directed by Blake Lively.
Red Tour Looks
Taylor’s tour for Red featured an iconic Ringmaster look. Pair a ring master jacket with a white tank and gold shorts, and you’ve got the look.
2012 Jingle Ball Outfit
The red shorts and gold top that Taylor wore to the 2012 Jingle Ball is perfect for the Eras tour. I think you could pull it off with any red shorts and a gold top.
Red Era FAQ
What’s the most iconic Red era outfit?
From the original Red era, Taylor’s white t-shirt, black shorts, fedora (and red lipstick!) from 22 is the most iconic look. From the Taylor’s Version Red era, the red newsboy cap from the album cover is the most iconic outfit.
What years does the Red era span?
Red was released in 2012 and spans 2012-2013. Taylor re-released Red (Taylor’s Version) including the famed 10-minute version of All Too Well and a short film staring Sadie Sink.
What singles did Taylor Swift release in the Red era?
Taylor released seven singles from the Red album: We are Never Ever Getting Back Together, Begin Again, I Knew You Were Trouble, 22, Red, Everything Has Changed, and The Last Time. With Taylor’s Version in 2021, she released a 10-minute version of All too Well.