Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge

The Thrifty Six: Inspired by Taylor Swift Eras

October 16, 2023 / 16 Comments
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge

Taylor Swift has been making headlines everywhere because of her current Eras Tour as well as her budding new romance with Kansas City Chiefs footballer Travis Kelce. So it seemed like perfect timing when Grace chose Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour as our inspiration for this month’s Thrifty Six style challenge. Last October, I shared another Taylor Swift inspired outfit for a Songful Style challenge but none of those outfit components were thrifted or preloved. So I was excited to create another Taylor inspired look using only secondhand or preloved items.

The Eras Tour takes us on a journey through Taylor Swift’s 17 years in the music industry with a tiny focus her style evolution. I consulted this article, The Ultimate Taylor Swift Eras Tour Outfit Idea Guide, to educate myself about Taylor’s different fashion aesthetics over the years. I landed on her Debut Era for my inspiration. Her Debut Era was marked by a primarily casual style with Taylor sporting short, flirty sundresses and cowgirl boots both on and off stage.

Excited as I was to style a flirty sundress with cowgirl boots, I was a little stuck finding preloved items besides my cowgirl boots to incorporate into this outfit. Then I spotted this lacy burgundy dress that I had picked up at the consignment shop about 5 years ago and have never worn it. I am not sure why because it is wicked cute! And it coordinated perfectly with one of my very few preloved kimonos. Most of my abundant kimono collection was purchased at retail. I rarely see kimonos in thrift shops but when I do, I scoop them up right quick! This burgundy paisley kimono is so pretty and so perfect for this challenge.

I completed my outfit with my favorite pair of thrifted cowgirl boots and a matching belt. I love the two shades of brown and how beautifully they coordinate with the deep burgundy colors of my dress and kimono. A crystal necklace and feather earrings kept the look true to my bohemian style.

Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge

This was another successful style challenge as I really loved the final outfit. I wore it all day and felt really feminine and pretty wearing it. Ralph was my photographer for these photos and when I was going through the pictures, I found these hilarious selfies in the mix!

Now let’s see how Taylor Swift has inspired my thrifty friends’ style.

The Thrifty Six is a group of international fashion influencers who meet once a month in our little space on the internet to share our thrifty outfits. On the third Monday of every month, we will all share an outfit based on a theme that features preloved wardrobe pieces. Shopping and reselling preloved clothing is so much better for the environment and you can find some of the best fashions in thrift or charity shops. The Thrifty Six are here to inspire you to shop second hand! 

The Thrifters:

Emma of Style Splash
“I am not a Taylor Swift fan (I don’t mind some of her songs, but I’m more into rock music) so I was flummoxed with this challenge. After searching Pinterest I found some ideas and got a feel for the aesthetics of the different eras. Luckily, I’d just bought this red military style jacket on Vinted which I thought would be ideal for the Red Era. And then while I was going some bags of clothes I came across these Ted Baker frilled trousers that I’d bought in a charity shop for £6 and never worn. I added a graphic T-shirt (which is very old) and gold bag to pick up on the piping on the jacket.”
-Emma
Grace of Graceful Rags
“My turn to choose a theme this month and it didn’t take me long to decide on Taylor Swift eras! I know, I know, she’s everywhere… But she’s had tons of fun outfits over the years, and with all her styles I knew there would be something for everyone. I made a Reel back in July where I put together an outfit for every Taylor era, and I realized that most of the featured items are secondhand. I decided on this 1989-inspired outfit today because both the blue velour dress and snakeskin booties are items I thrifted while in Scotland. Swing by my blog post to see the full look!”
-Grace
Jane of Preloved-Vintage-Handmade
“October’s T6 theme is ‘Taylor Swift Eras’ – I must admit, I had to consult with Google.
On stage she seems to love sparkle which reminds me of a vintage showgirl bustier I have.
This amazing silver and gunmetal number is intricately spangled and bejewelled within an inch of its life…
…and adorned with beaded tassels, each finished off with a tiny bell!
It truly is a remarkable piece; I believe it’s handmade and probably dates back to the 1960’s or maybe even in the 50’s.
When I came across it, the condition was terrible; I had to remove the bra fastenings from the back but luckily I was able to save the fun part by attaching it to a plain black bodysuit.
So it lives on as part of my vintage eveningwear collection and is very happy to make an appearance celebrating Taylor Swift’s Eras tour!”
-Jane
Jodie of Jodie’s Touch of Style
“I read something about Taylor Swift’s Red era as a showcase of her love of things vintage. And since I would consider myself vintage, and I love a great red lip, I decided to go with the inspiration photo as included. The only things not thrifted are the shorts and tights. But the top was a hand-me-down from one of my book club friends, the shoes were found at Goodwill, and the hat was my bestie’s mother’s hat. Even the purse (which is actually a wine carrier) was found secondhand.”
-Jodie 
Nancy of Nancy’s Fashion Style
“Gosh what a theme! I think I know all about Taylor Swift’s life now! Lol. And still struggled with the theme. Her songs are not ones that talk to me so to speak so the lyrics didn’t inspire me. And all I saw was shorts and mini skirts and dresses all glittery. Short it has to be! So I thought of a mini dress I had and boots and all, till I found out I just brought that dress to the container! And then I remembered I had one photo, somewhere. I searched and searched and of course in about the last map there it was. The skirt was pre loved, but can’t remember where I bought it, I think it was in the UK. The rest is long gone. The skirt also. But this was what I thought represented Taylor Swift the best as a 57 year young women can do.”
-Nancy
And Me!
Burgundy dress, paisley kimono, cowgirl boots, thrifted style, bohemian outfit, boho style, Shelbee on the Edge
“My thrifted outfit was inspired by Taylor Swift’s Debut Era which began in 2006 when she was 16 years old. Her style was defined by a casual cowgirl vibe with her outfits consisting of short, flirty, bohemian sundresses paired with western boots. I wanted to showcase my favorite thrifted cowgirl boots, these two-tone Tony Lamas, so I started with my feet. Then I added a preloved dress and secondhand kimono for a mostly thrifted outfit perfect for a Taylor Swift show and perfect on a budget. You need to save money somehow if you want to go see Taylor Swift perform live in person because, you know, her tickets are insanely expensive!” 
-Shelbee

I have to confess that I am a bit stumped about this Eras Tour. Is it a live show or is it a filmed version of a live show? It’s in movie theaters everywhere but there are also live concert dates on her website but with no pricing and no way to purchase tickets online. Maybe every show is sold out? I did find some tickets on one site which I can no longer find and the cheapest seats available were around $1,200 per ticket. Do regular people actually spend that amount of money to go see one live performance? That is absolutely insane to me.

One important lesson I learned from this challenge is that if you are a Swifty, you need to be thrifty!

Keeping it on the edge,

Shelbee

Joining these Fabulous Link Parties.

Outfit Details: Dress, Kimono, Boots-Thrifted / Necklace-Black Forest Trading Company / Earrings-Gift Shop in Sylva, NC / Belt-Old

I am a midlife woman, wife, and stay-at-home mother of 2 boys and 2 cats. I have a passion for helping other women feel fabulous in the midst of this crazy, beautiful life.

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16 Comments

  • Nancy

    October 16, 2023 at 7:11 am Reply

    Hahaha, how did you come up with that last sentence? That’s a good one. What a prices for a concert! It was a very difficult theme! But fun!

  • Nancy

    October 16, 2023 at 3:29 pm Reply

    And I forgot to mention that I absolutely love what you did with out outfit photos! Posting one of TS next to it! Thanks!

    BTW, was Ralph happy with the feature? Lol.

  • jodie filogomo

    October 16, 2023 at 5:15 pm Reply

    I love that you included inspiration photos for everyone Shelbee…nice job.
    It was serendipitous that the movie is now out but I didn’t realize it would be such a hit. It’s crazy how popular she is,
    I can’t wait to see what your theme is going to be next month. i already know mine for next February because I had someone email me a suggestion!!
    XOXO
    Jodie

    • shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com

      October 20, 2023 at 6:04 am Reply

      Thanks so much, Jodie! After you sent the inspiration photo with yours, I couldn’t resist adding them in for everyone! I am not a big fan of Taylor Swift’s music, but I am a huge fan of her as a successful business woman in the entertainment industry. Not only is she super talented and very stylish, she definitely knows how to work the patriarchal system to her benefit. A true example of girl power! Next up…Absurdity! Hehehe. I am really looking forward to your reader request theme for February!

      xoxo
      Shelbee

  • Marsha Banks

    October 16, 2023 at 10:18 pm Reply

    I didn’t realize there were so many Eras of Taylor Swift! I love how you are always able to pull together disparate things and make a fabulous outfit, Shelbee! Love the fringe on your shawl. And, Archie’s selfies…priceless!

    Apparently, the movie is a recording of one of her concerts. My son took his wife, daughter and a friend to see it. They thought it was well done and all they needed to see. I’ve heard of tickets going for even higher than that! Crazy, right?

    https://marshainthemiddle.com/

    • shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com

      October 20, 2023 at 5:52 am Reply

      Marsha, thank you so much! I sometimes feel like my super power is taking disparate things and combining them in fabulous ways! I have always been drawn to the weird, strange, and unlikely. So Taylor Swift is currently not on tour, it is just a movie tour so to speak? She might really be the economic genius that people have called her! She’s just raking in the money for one show played on repeat in movie theaters while she’s hanging at football games with her new boyfriend. Brilliant, brilliant woman!

      xoxo
      Shelbee

  • Grace

    October 23, 2023 at 1:42 pm Reply

    I love how you put together this post, Shelbee!! Including the inspiration pics really brings the outfits to life and ties the whole thing together. I love your outfit – you absolutely nailed the OG country Swift look!!

    Miles of smiles,
    Grace

    gracefulrags.com

    • shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com

      October 25, 2023 at 6:39 am Reply

      Thanks so much, Grace! I enjoyed digging through Taylor Swift photos to find ones that matched our outfits! I think it did add a little extra something to the post. This was a challenging theme but still super fun! Now I am looking forward to seeing our absurd things next month!

      xoxo
      Shelbee

    • shelbeeontheedge@gmail.com

      October 31, 2023 at 6:27 am Reply

      Thanks so much, Emma! I didn’t know very much about Taylor Swift’s career either but I did find this challenge really fascinating! I love that we all chose a different era for our outfits, too. That was an unexpected occurrence that is really cool!

      xoxo
      Shelbee

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