Taylor Swift rocks the timeless red lip like no one else. She first debuted this bold look in 2009, just before her Fearless tour began. Renowned makeup artist Gucci Westman was the one who initially applied the iconic shade to her lips during a photoshoot for Allure Magazine. Reflecting on this moment in a March 2023 interview with Elle Australia, Westman, the founder of Westman Atelier, fondly recalled, "I was the first one to give her a red lip." Interestingly, he mentioned that he had to seek permission from Taylor's mother, Andrea Swift, before experimenting with this vibrant look.
Ever since Swift's iconic lips made their debut, she has been seen sporting various stunning shades of red lipsticks, including MAC's Retro Matte Lipstick Ruby Woo, NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Luxembourg, and Lipstick Queen Velvet Rope Lipstick in Private Party.
One of her most memorable red lip looks was at the 2023 Grammys. The talented singer from Pennsylvania stunned the crowd with a vibrant crimson pout, which perfectly complemented her midnight blue Roberto Cavalli gown. The gown featured a sparkly beaded design on both the long-sleeve crop top and floor-length skirt. To complete the glamorous ensemble, Swift styled her hair in a chic updo and accessorized with oversized earrings.
At the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards, the artist known as the "Anti-hero" dazzled in a glamorous ensemble. She paired an exquisite bejeweled dress from Oscar de la Renta with a bold cherry lip. Her flawless makeup showcased crystals along the crease of her eyes, a shimmering shade in the inner corner, feathered eyebrows, and flirty lashes. Her hair was parted in the middle, with bangs brushed to the side of her face. Later that night, while accepting the prestigious Video of the Year award, the singer of "Snow On The Beach" thrilled fans by announcing the upcoming release of her 10th studio album, titled Midnights.
For the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, the singer of "Cruel Summer" stunned in a captivating ruby ensemble from head to toe. She effortlessly rocked a vibrant mini dress, complete with a frilly skirt, spaghetti straps, and a show-stopping scarlet pout. Complementing her look were a dazzling diamond bracelet and earrings, soft curls, and cardinal-colored heels.
The Grammy award-winning artist has penned numerous songs where she references her iconic and consistent appearance. Some notable tracks include "End Game," "The Moment I Knew," "Style," "Wildest Dreams," "Blank Space," and many others.
Let's reminisce about Taylor Swift's most fabulous red lip moments, ranging from pairing it with casual jeans to elegant gowns.
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See Taylor Swift’s Best Red Lip Moments Through the Years: Pics
Taylor Swift rocks the timeless red lip that we adore! Nobody does a rosy pout quite like her.
Back in 2009, when her Fearless tour was about to kick off, the "Style" singer first embraced this bold look. It was makeup artist Gucci Westman who first applied the iconic shade to her lips for a photoshoot with Allure Magazine. Reflecting on that moment in a March 2023 interview with Elle Australia, the founder of Westman Atelier fondly recalled, "I remember being the first one to give her a red lip." He even mentioned that he had to seek permission from Taylor's mom, Andrea Swift, before trying out this vibrant look.
Swift's iconic lips have been adorned with a range of lipsticks, including MAC's Retro Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo, NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Luxembourg, and Lipstick Queen's Velvet Rope Lipstick in Private Party.
One of her most memorable red lip moments occurred at the 2023 Grammys. Dressed in a stunning midnight blue Roberto Cavalli gown, the singer from Pennsylvania exuded confidence with her crimson lips. The ensemble consisted of a long sleeve crop top and a floor-length skirt, both adorned with dazzling beaded embellishments. Completing the look, Swift styled her blonde locks in an elegant updo and wore oversized earrings that added a touch of glamour.
The "Anti-hero" artist looked stunning at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards. She wore a beautiful, bejeweled Oscar de la Renta dress paired with a bold cherry lip. Her makeup showcased crystals that lined her eye crease, a shimmery shade on her inner corner, perfectly shaped eyebrows, and flirtatious lashes. She opted for a middle part in her hair and brushed her bangs to the sides, framing her face. Later in the evening, while accepting the Video of the Year award, the "Snow On The Beach" singer excitedly announced the upcoming release of her 10th studio album, titled Midnights.
At the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, the "Cruel Summer" singer made a statement in a head-to-toe ruby ensemble. She rocked a vibrant mini dress with a frilly skirt, spaghetti straps, and a striking scarlet lip. Completing her look were a dazzling diamond bracelet and earrings, softly curled hair, and cardinal-colored heels.
Taylor Swift, the Grammy award winner, has penned numerous songs highlighting her signature appearance. Some notable tracks include "End Game," "The Moment I Knew," "Style," "Wildest Dreams," "Blank Space," and many more.
Now, let's reminisce Taylor Swift's top red lip moments, spanning from casual jean pairings to elegant gowns.
Keep scrolling to see these looks and more:
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July 2023
Swift partied with Selena Gomez while rocking a red pout and in July 2023.
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March 2023
Swift dazzled Us with a red lip in Arlington, Texas, while performing at the AT&T Stadium in March 2023.
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March 2023
She looked stunning while singing “The Man” in Las Vegas during the Eras Tour in March 2023.
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March 2023
Swift slayed a red lip while performing in Las Vegas at the Eras Tour in March 2023.
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February 2023
The “You Belong With Me” artist rocked a red lip and a Roberto Cavalli dress at the 2023 Grammys.
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November 2022
So pretty! The “Enchanted” singer looked radiant in a The Blonds catsuit at the American Music Awards. She teamed the number up with a vibrant lipstick.
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January 2020
The “I Knew You Were Trouble” artist dazzled Us in a Carmen March outfit and burgundy lips at the Miss Americana premiere.
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December 2019
Dressed like a daydream! The Valentine’s Day actress turned heads in an Oscar de la Renta gown and maroon lips at the Cats premiere in New York.
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July 2018
The “Don't Blame Me” musician looked effortlessly elegant while out and out in New York. She paired a light blouse with denim shorts with crimson lips.
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February 2016
Shining like fireworks! The “Midnight Rain” singer rocked ruby lips with a Versace getup at the Grammys.
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December 2014
Fearless! The “Paper Rings” artist wore a Zuhair Murad gown at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and added a pop of color to the ensemble with red lipstick.
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December 2012
So pretty! The “All Too Well” singer commanded attention at the 2012 Jingle Ball in a little black dress by David Koma and cherry pout.
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December 2011
The “Enchanted” musician looked fierce at the Billboard's Annual Women in Music Event. Her neon lips looked magnificent with an equally bright dress.
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September 2009
Just her style! The “Out Of The Woods” singer paired a red lip with a matching dress at the MTV Video Music Awards.