I Tried Taylor Swift’s Viral Corset Outfits—See How They Fit

If you are a Taylor Swift fan, or have a friend who’s a Swiftie (who doesn’t?), then you’ve probably heard she’s been spotted on many outings with boyfriend Travis Kelce. So, it might not come as a surprise that her style has taken a romantic turn for date nights and Chiefs games alike. Swift appears to have a newfound affinity for corsetry, sporting both the Victoria’s Secret Very Sexy Classic Silk Corset ($35, originally $100) and Fleur du Mal Long Sleeve Flared Corset Dress ($475) in recent history.

As someone who’s always been intrigued by her aesthetic — skater skirts and leggy co-ords seem to transcend time in Swift’s wardrobe — I decided to try out both pieces by constructing inspired street style looks for New York Fashion Week. My goal was to deliver an honest review of her go-to pieces so I reported thoroughly on the features, comfortability, and versatility of both corset designs ahead. Read on to see how I employed Swift’s most recognizable styling tricks to determine whether her outfits live up to the hype.

Taylor Swift’s Victoria’s Secret Corset

About the Victoria’s Secret Very Sexy Classic Silk Corset

What I Like About the Victoria’s Secret Very Sexy Classic Silk Corset

There’s no denying that this corset made me feel snatched. I actually can’t recall the last time I strapped myself into a proper corset, but this one brought back all the fond memories. I think the satin feel gives this a very elevated look, whether or not you’re styling it with clothes. I also really appreciated the flexibility of the elastic straps since the rest of the bodice is so firm and structured.

Ultimately, it’s the silky sheen that makes this corset Swift-certified for a Chiefs game — she teamed it with red Versace tweed separates, Versace Medusa boots, and a Versace Medusa bag to ideate luxury, along with a Louis Vuitton Tambour watch and ruby jewelry from David Yurman, Effy, and Retrouvaí. I employed the same styling tricks, albeit at a significantly lower price point, and even swiped on Swift’s signature red lip using her go-to Ruby Woo shade by Mac.

What to Consider Before Buying the Victoria’s Secret Very Sexy Classic Silk Corset

This corset is not for the faint of heart. It required my boyfriend’s full attention as I was unable to tie it myself once I had it in place, and I had to fully loosen all the ribbons to get it over my head. You’ll want to reserve at least 10 minutes for this process, and probably tap a friend or partner for help. While it felt firm and not necessarily uncomfortable once it was secured, some folks might describe the corset as restricting, particularly while sitting down. I wore it to a runway show and had it on for a total of about three hours. I definitely breathed an unmistakable sigh of relief when I took it off at the end of the night. Finally, it’s important to note that this corset doesn’t have adjustable straps, and it’s on clearance, so you may want to go for another option (VS recommends the Dare to Dream Lace Strapless Corset and Geo Daisy Lace Deep-V Corset as alternatives) for either of those key reasons.

Taylor Swift’s Fleur du Mal Corset Dress

About the Fleur du Mal Long Sleeve Flared Corset Dress

What I Like About the Fleur du Mal Long Sleeve Flared Corset Dress

It’s hard to find one bad feature of this LBD that Swift wore for a night out with Travis Kelce over the holidays. It’s extremely comfortable and you can feel the quality just by the weight of the piece when you’re holding it up in front of you. Because of the corsetry woven throughout, the design is extremely flattering and smoothing. It’s easy to see why Swift’s stylist Joseph Cassell Falconer considered this to be a closet staple when he selected it for her.

“We work with her stylist and know she has a few Fleur du Mal pieces,” founder Jennifer Zuccarini said. “I think Fleur du Mal is a perfect fit for [Swift] because her style, similar to Fleur, is more feminine, fashion-forward, and often cheeky and flirty. Over the last couple of years, she seems more comfortable with herself and embracing her sensuality and individuality.” (Swift also sported the label in her music videos for “Lover” and “You Need To Calm Down.”)

For date night, Swift wore the dress under Simkhai’s embellished Gianni coat with a fringe Stella McCartney Falabella tiny tote bag, Christian Louboutin platform sandals, De Beers earrings, a Bonbonwhims necklace, and gold Cartier watch. I paid homage to the look with a similar Nasty Gal coat that’s now sold out, a Stella McCartney Ryder bag to reflect her love for the designer, and Vivaia sock boots with fitting red soles. I even applied the same Ruby Woo lipstick and added Swift-inspired jewelry to round out the moment.

What to Consider Before Buying the Fleur du Mal Long Sleeve Flared Corset Dress

While this dress has all the details that comprise a wardrobe essential, it is on the expensive side for a black skater dress, comparatively speaking. If you have pets, make sure you have a lint roller on hand because the material also attracts hair. The Fleur du Mal team notes that the dress sold out as soon as Swift wore it, though it’s back in stock now, so if you love it, add it to your cart ASAP. One final note? I own the dress in my regular size (XS), and while it’s the perfect length, the sleeves almost feel like added compression — that doesn’t bother me at all, but if you prefer a looser fit, my advice is to size up.

Where to Buy Taylor Swift’s Viral Corsets

You can shop the Victoria’s Secret Very Sexy Classic Silk Corset on the brand’s website and the Fleur du Mal Black Sleeve Flared Corset Dress on the brand’s website, or at Shopbop and Farfetch.

Rating

Victoria’s Secret Very Sexy Classic Silk Corset
★★★★☆

Fleur du Mal Black Sleeve Flared Corset Dress
★★★★★

Sarah Wasilak (she/her) is the associate director of Shopping at PS. With plenty of experience in the commerce market, a keen interest in SEO, and 10 years as an editor at the brand, she enjoys writing across the lifestyle and health-and-fitness categories. She has bylines at PS, InStyle, Elle, Refinery29, Who What Wear, Elite Daily, Byrdie, and The Quality Edit and aims to amplify minority voices in all her work.