HOW TO DRESS LIKE A SHOWGIRL FOR TAYLOR SWIFT’S NEW ERA

If you’re approaching this with fresh eyes, it’s worth starting with the basics. What do showgirls actually wear? The showgirl is a performer known for glamorous costumes, their singing skills and large-scale dance productions – often adorned with a feathered crown and sequin bodysuit. This get-up isn’t exactly apt for a night on the town – but you can make showgirl glitz work for you by swapping in a sequin dress. These colourful numbers have something for everyone, whether you’re feeling more playful or prefer an elevated maxi you can slip under your everyday blazer.

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ARRANGE embellished shard sequin long sleeve mini dress in gold, £180
Rare London exclusive sequin racerneck maxi dress in purple, £69
Superdry Mandarin sequin mini dress in silver deco sequin, £84.99
ASOS LUXE embellished aquatic encrusted sequin mini dress in pink, £180

Party season may be on the horizon, but the prospect of a full-blown sparkly ensemble can still feel a bit ostentatious. If that's the case, try reaching for a sequin skirt instead – perfect for mixing up your usual night-out wardrobe without overpowering the basics. This summer saw sheer maxis dominate the trend roster, as well as lace-hemmed silhouettes. With the addition of some glitzy embellishments, these skirts incorporate wearable details with a hint of showgirl flair.

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Similar: ASOS DESIGN sequin micro mini skirt in black, £24
Never Fully Dressed Maeva mini skirt in silver sequin with lace trim, £99
& Other Stories sheer mesh skirt with bead and sequin embroidery in beige, £87
ARRANGE sheer grid sequin maxi skirt co ord in black, £95

A toned-down ode to Taylor is also achievable with a sequin top. These are especially handy if you have a carousel of tailored trousers in your roster (a trusty staple this time of year). By swapping out your usual T-shirt or tank for a bejewelled alt, your corporate ‘fits are suddenly worthy of cocktail hour. Whether it’s the work Christmas party (it’ll be here sooner than you think) or a birthday dinner, you’ll have plenty of reasons to pull one of these out before the year’s over.

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ARRANGE embellished shard sequin longline halter neck top in silver, £95
ARRANGE sculptural one shoulder sequin top in navy, £120
ASOS DESIGN co-ord sequin tank top in mink, £24
Never Fully Dressed sequin tank top co-ord in rust, £79

Ok, so if sequins aren't your thing, fear not. You can still embrace Taylor’s latest era without the sparkles. Showgirls might be known for their OTT outfits, but stripping it back to the fundamentals is a good way to incorporate burlesque glamour into a wearable roster. Both on-stage and off-duty Taylor have a penchant for the corset top, and this selection taps into the best of seasonal styling. From trending tartan to a draped neck scarf, pair any of these cinched silhouettes with your usual trousers and skirts for a playful nod to your showgirl alter ego.

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ASOS LUXE co-ord sculpted jacquard top in black and gold floral, £65
For Love & Lemons Capri corset top with chiffon scarf in white, £140
ASOS DESIGN cowl neck co-ord corset top in check, £28
Taideux fuller bust Tilly mesh boned cut out corset top with lace up back, £99

Taylor Swift's new album, The Life of a Showgirl, is out 3 October 2025.