Taylor Swift stole the spotlight at her close friend Este Haim’s wedding in California, not just with her presence but with her dazzling ensemble.
Fans speculated that the shimmering gold sequin dress worn by the 36-year-old singer at the New Year’s Eve event was a nod to the sparkling bronze outfit she showcased during the Evermore segment of her Eras Tour, according to Page Six.
At the Ojai celebration, Swift complemented her glittering attire with a tan wrap that gracefully hung over her arms, paired with a matching purse.
Her hair was elegantly styled up, accentuated by glamorous earrings to complete the ensemble.
Swift, who recently addressed feedback regarding her provocative new album “The Life of a Showgirl,” was spotted walking arm-in-arm with fellow attendee Stevie Nicks, who donned her iconic black attire.
Images from the occasion have since circulated widely, with Swift’s fans noting the resemblance between the two outfits.
Taylor Swift – pictured with Steve Nicks – was a star attraction at the California wedding of her good friend Este Haim, but it was her sparkly dress that had fans really talking
Fans were convinced Swift’s gold sequin gown she wore to the New Year’s Eve nuptials was a salute to the glittering bronze number she wore during her Eras Tour Evermore set; pictured May 26, 2023 in New Jersey
Many fans loved the Evermore vibes – Evermore was Swift’s surprise ninth album and sister record to Folklore – with one writing on X, ‘This look is giving evermoreeeee,’ alongside two side-by-side snaps for comparison.
‘Welcome back evermore bronze dress!!’ a second exclaimed.
‘If you squint a bit, it looks like the evermore dress, she said justice for evermore,’ a third noted.
Not everyone was as enthusiastic with some claiming Swift’s glittering gown upstaged the bride, as evidenced by the discussion on the Swiftly Neutral subreddit.
‘The color & the metallic nature REALLY surprise me. For being a wedding guest… it seems quite loud to me,’ one user commented, inviting others to share their thoughts.
‘Very out of place amongst the other guests who are all in muted neutrals,’ one fan agreed. ‘The dress and its cut aren’t appropriate for a wedding either.’
Another chimed in, ‘She’s wearing a GOLD SEQUIN dress to someone’s wedding?? Why does she always wear sequins to weddings? Let the BRIDE shine.’
Swift wore the sparkly bronze dress for her Evermore set during her hugely successful Eras Tour, which grossed over $2 billion in ticket sales.
Swift’s Evermore dress featured a sweetheart neckline and long, flowy skirt
Photos from the wedding have since gone viral and Swifties are noticing the similarities between the two looks
Others weren’t so enthusiastic with Swift’s gold sequin gown, saying it upstaged the bride
The Opalite singer -seen here performing in Paris in 2024 – is known for her nostalgic touches, incorporating memories, details and longing for past experiences into her songwriting, so the mirror looks may not be just a coincidence
Swift’s starry appearance at her longtime friend’s wedding was a rehearsal for her own special day with fiance Travis Kelce, pictured on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri
The Haim sisters – Este, Danielle and Alana – have been members of Swift’s girl squad for years and have collaborated on music as well.
The gals opened Swift’s Eras Tour during the summer of 2023 and joined her on stage for a show-stopping rendition of No Body, No Crime in Seattle.
It was during this performance that Swift wore the bronze dress with the sweetheart neckline and flowy skirt.
Swift is known for her nostalgic touches, incorporating memories, details and longing for past experiences into her songwriting.
So, it’s not to stretch to believe that wearing the gold sequin dress to her longtime friend’s wedding wasn’t just a coincidence.
In any event, it was a rehearsal for her own big day with fiancé Travis Kelce.
The Opalite hitmaker and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end announced their engagement in a joint post that included photos of Kelce popping the question in a garden with a sparkling ring.
