By Amy Lee
4:23 PM PDT, July 24, 2020
Taylor Swift has proven to be a style chameleon throughout her decade-long career. We first met the blonde beauty as country music's sweetheart, who rocked long curly tresses and princess dresses. As she dropped more chart-topping albums, Taylor soon crossed over to become a full-fledged pop star -- serving major fashion moments in a range of styles from elegant designer gowns to sexy bodysuits and beauty looks from her signature red lips to edgy smoky eyes. After listening repeatedly to her surprise 8th album, folklore, in July 2020, we needed to go down memory lane to see Taylor's style evolution.
Suiting Up
![Taylor Swift at the NME Awards 2020](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2020-02/gettyimages-1205835055_0.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
For her surprise appearance at the 2020 NME Awards in February 2020, the "You Need to Calm Down" singer rocked a sassy, two-toned pinstripe short suit by Monse. She accessorized with white lace-up booties by Gianvito Rossi, a Jimmy Choo bag, earrings by Lorraine Schwartz and rings by EF Collection, finishing off her look with red lips and her hair pulled back into a chic, braided style.
Plaid Perfection
![taylor swift at sundance 2020](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2020-01/gettyimages-1201689948.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
Taylor suited up in a belted, sleeveless plaid jumpsuit and matching coat for the Miss Americana documentary premiere during the 2020 Sundance Film Festival.
Gorgeous Gown
![taylor swift at cats premiere](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2020-02/gettyimages-1194388522.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
For the world premiere of Cats in New York City in December 2019, the "Me!" singer pulled out all the stops with this gorgeous floor-length, ruby-and-burgundy Oscar de la Renta dress. She accessorized with Maxior drop earrings and a Borgioni double ring and completed the look by wearing her hair up with just a few tendrils framing her bangs and a bold red lip.
Summer Suit
![Taylor Swift accepts the Icon Award onstage during the Teen Choice Awards 2019](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-1167463281.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The Icon Award recipient rocked a colorful printed Versace ensemble of plunging bodysuit, jacket and shorts at the 2019 Teen Choice Awards in Hermosa Beach, California.
Fringe Frenzy
![Taylor Swift performs at 2019 wango tango](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-06/gettyimages-1153173114.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The Lover era is full of color! The blonde beauty performed her lighthearted bop, "ME!," from her upcoming seventh studio album in a rainbow fringe jacket and matching hot pants, custom designed by Jessica Jones and Taylor's stylist, Joseph Cassell, at the 2019 Wango Tango.
Blushing Babe
![taylor swift at 2019 Time 100 Gala](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2020-07/gettyimages-1138974161.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The GRAMMY winner looked straight out of a fairytale in a peach-and-yellow strapless J Mendel gown with floral embroidery and billowing sleeves at the 2019 Time 100 Gala in New York City. She paired the design with yellow Chloe Gosselin heels and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.
Disco Glam
![Taylor Swift 2018 AMAs](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2018-10/gettyimages-1048354236.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
Taylor turned heads in a disco ball-inspired, mirrored mini dress and thigh-high boots by Balmain at the 2018 American Music Awards.
Big Reputation
![Taylor Swift Reputation tour bodysuit](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-981572174-1.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
This edgy look of sparkly black bodysuit, knee-high boots and dark lips was a staple during her 2018 Reputation tour.
Pretty in Pink
![Taylor Swift at 2018 Billboard Music Awards](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-960656612.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The pop star made a surprise appearance at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards in a pale pink Versace gown with appliqué detailing.
Punk Vibes
![Taylor Swift at 99.7 NOW! Presents POPTOPIA](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-884785566.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
Taylor returned to the stage following the release of Reputation at 99.7 NOW! Presents POPTOPIA in 2017 in San Jose, California. She performed in a plaid sweatshirt, black velvet shorts and metallic combat boots.
Edgy Taylor
![Taylor Swift at 2016 Met Gala](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-527484712.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The musician looked nearly unrecognizable at the 2016 Met Gala in a cut-out silver Louis Vuitton dress, knee-high lace-up sandals, dark lips and a shaggy, icy bleached bob.
Sleek & Sexy
![Taylor Swift at 2016 Vanity Fair Oscars party](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-513560552.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
She was a blonde bombshell in an ultra-sexy, sleek black gown with plunging neckline by Alexandre Vauthier, accented by gold accessories, at the 2016 Vanity Fair Oscar Party.
Color Story
![Taylor Swift at 2016 GRAMMYs](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/1280t_taylor_swift_2016gettyimages-510440408.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The singer was a vision in a color-blocked Versace outfit of orange cropped tube top and pink hot pants with attached full skirt at the 2016 GRAMMY Awards.
Sparkle Season
![Taylor Swift at 2015 MTV VMAs](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-486057966.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The "Bad Blood" singer shut down the 2015 VMAs red carpet in a sequined houndstooth matching set by Ashish, topped off with statement cat-eye makeup.
Jumpsuit Babe
![Taylor Swift at 2015 Billboard Music Awards](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-473869692.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
A little bit rock 'n' roll, a little bit glam! Taylor was sultry in a white cut-out Balmain jumpsuit with textured bob and smoky eyes at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards.
Mile-Long Legs
![Taylor Swift at 2014 VMAs](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-454141156.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The "Shake It Off" singer showed off her mile-long legs in a light blue letter-embroidered bodysuit by Mary Katrantzou at the 2014 VMAs.
Timeless Beauty
![Taylor Swift at 2014 Met Gala](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/640_taylor_swift_488338767.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
Taylor channeled Old Hollywood vibes in an elegant pink Oscar de la Renta gown with classic red lips and curls at the 2014 Met Gala.
Lady in Red
![Taylor Swift at 2013 CMA Awards](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-187170011.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The blue-eyed stunner looked radiant in an embellished red gown at the 2013 CMA Awards.
Grecian Goddess
![Taylor Swift at 2013 GRAMMYs](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-161418767.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
She was the spitting image of a Grecian goddess in this J. Mendel pleated gown and milkmaid braids at the 2013 GRAMMY Awards.
Flower Power
![Taylor Swift at 2012 CMA Awards](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-155120590.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The star donned a floral embroidered lace dress, designed by Jenny Packham, with soft, wavy tresses at the 2012 CMA Awards.
Sequin Stunner
![Taylor Swift at 2011 Billboard Music Awards](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-114514444.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
Taylor sparkled in a strapless sequined Elie Saab number at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards.
Country Pop Princess
![Taylor Swift at Today Show 2010](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-106490722.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
A flashback to when the "Back to December" crooner rocked her signature country pop princess look -- curly hair, bedazzled guitar, sequin dress and boots.
First VMA Win
![Taylor Swift at 2009 VMAs](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-90716265.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
Taylor took home her first VMA for "You Belong With Me" in 2009 (before Kanye West infamously interrupted her). She wore an embellished one-shoulder dress on her big night.
Starting Out
![Taylor Swift at 2008 GRAMMYs](https://www.etonline.com/sites/default/files/styles/640xh/public/images/2019-08/gettyimages-82830591.jpg?width=1024&quality=80)
The blonde attended her first GRAMMY Awards in 2008 as she wore a feminine purple bustier princess dress.