She’s got that red lip classic that we like! Taylor Swift slays a rosy pout like no other.
The “Style” singer first donned the bold look in 2009, a month before her Fearless tour kicked off. Makeup artist Gucci Westman first swiped the iconic shade on her lips for a photoshoot with Allure Magazine in 2009. In a March 2023 interview with Elle Australia, the Westman Atelier founder reminisced, “I remember I was the first one to give her a red lip.” He later revealed that he had to “get permission” from her mom, Andrea Swift, before trying out the vibrant look.
Since Swift’s classic lips debuted, she has been known to wear MAC’s Retro Matte Lipstick Ruby Woo, NARS Satin Lip Pencil in Luxembourg, Lipstick Queen Velvet Rope Lipstick in Private Party and more.
One of her most standout red lips came at the 2023 Grammys. The Pennsylvania native rocked a crimson pout and paired it with a midnight blue Roberto Cavalli gown. The number included a long sleeve crop top and floor length skirt, both featuring a sparkly beaded design. To top the look off, the blonde beauty rocked a stylish updo and oversized earrings.
Another glamorous number the “Anti-hero” artist sported was at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards. She teamed an Oscar de la Renta bejeweled dress with a cherry lip. The rest of her dewey makeup featured crystals lining the crease of her eyes, a shimmery shade in her inner corner, feathered brows and flirty lashes. She parted her hair down the middle and brushed her bangs to the sides of her face. Later that night, while accepting the award for Video of the Year, the “Snow On The Beach” singer announced the release of her 10th studio album, Midnights.
For the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards, the “Cruel Summer” singer stunted a head-to-toe ruby look. She styled a vibrant mini dress, including a frilly skirt, spaghetti straps, and scarlet pout. The rest of her look included a flashy diamond bracelet and earrings, soft curls and cardinal-colored heels.
The Grammy award winner also has written multiple songs in which she mentions her stable look, including “End Game,” “The Moment I Knew,” “Style,” “Wildest Dreams,” “Blank Space,” and more.
We’re taking a look back at Taylor Swift’s best red lip moments — from styling it with jeans to gowns.
Keep scrolling to see these looks and more:
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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.
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.
January 2020
The “I Knew You Were Trouble” artist dazzled Us in a Carmen March outfit and burgundy lips at the Miss Americana premiere.
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.
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.
February 2016
Shining like fireworks! The “Midnight Rain” singer rocked ruby lips with a Versace getup at the Grammys.
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.
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.
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.
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.
