Swift’s new lover becomes surprising style trendsetter
It is no secret that in the world of fashion and beauty, Taylor Swift is one of the most soughtafter stars whose style is followed by millions of fans.
And it seems her keen eye is influencing the new man in her life, football quarterback Travis Kelce.
The Kansas City Chiefs star and Swift made headlines in 2023.
Since their romance became public, Kelce’s personal style has drawn much interest.
According to e-tailer BoohooMAN, fans of Kelce’s style have increased search results for items he is spotted wearing.
The e-tailer said the trendy pieces were already staples or micro-trends that could have been influenced by the fashion cycle on runways, go-to items in streetwear and even overarching macro trends from powerhouse media.
While Kelce might not be Swift’s counterpart in trendsetting, he has a style worth noting.
Here are BoohooMAN’s picks for his most viral fits:
DENIM ON DENIM
A long-running staple in SA closets, denim-on-denim made statements as Rihanna and A$AP Rocky turned heads last year at Pharrell Williams’s debut at a Louis Vuitton show in Paris.
As a lover of monochromatic looks, denim is one of Kelce’s most favoured looks, especially as a star who loves to rock a designer style that lets him show off the logomania trend.
Well-sourced and designed denim pieces are a great and sustainable option for those looking to keep long-lasting pieces in their closets.
Look for well-fitted trousers and denim jackets that you can mix and match with multiple pieces in your closet, for work or play.
BOLD PRINTS
Thanks to dopamine dressing, prints have been given a lot of love as a men’s wear staple, especially with top athletes who, much like Kelce, opt for the trend when rocking their tunnel looks.
Kelce’s preferred shades are light, to emphasise his tan.
His prints are typically bold or tropical with a laid-back holiday feel, paired with linen or earthy-toned trousers.
PLAID SHIRTS
Though Kelce has been experimental with his plaid prints, several “core” trends adopted the print in 2023, especially as the global north shifted into winter.
Kelce’s approach is on trend, opting for a simple red and black plaid shirt worn with denim trousers.
However, he takes a few risks with corduroy that features plaid details, as the fabric is probably best for winter.
For in-between weather, use plaid shirts as a layering piece over T-shirts or vests, with complimentary accessories.
OVERSIZED SUIT
The oversized trend can be sourced to numerous fads and favourites of fashion stars over the past few years.
It is not one of Kelce’s style statements though.
BoohooMAN also noticed Kelce’s choice of loose-fitting suits for comfort or boxy cuts suited to his large and tall stature.
These include high-end streetwear brands that use ontrend colours such as pastels or ones where he can show off their signature logos or collaborative prints.
Try this look if you want to merge style and comfort and appreciate a no-fuss look, including pairing suits with takkies.