By Matthew M. F. Miller
Even Santa would be hard-pressed to deny that this is Taylor Swift’s world, and we’re all just living in it.
Easily one of the most powerful persons in the entertainment industry, the style icon also is an unabashed promoter of everything she loves. For the legions of fans that hang on her every Instagram, the holidays are the perfect opportunity to give the gift of their favorite mega-star’s favorite things. And even if everyone on your list isn’t a fan of Taylor Swift, her savvy style ensures these gifts will be ideal for anyone – even the haters. Especially the haters!
So, yes, it’s beginning to look a lot like Swiftmas.
Don’t be surprised if you hear the faint beats of “Blank Space” instead of jingle bells up on the rooftop come Christmas Eve. Don’t say I didn’t, say I didn’t warn ya.
Swift Branded
When you’re on top, endorsements are plentiful. Here are a few of latest and greatest byproducts of her fame.
American Greetings Taylor Swift Birthday & Everyday Card Set ($25)
Taylor Swift is a fan of writing old-school, handwritten letters. This set includes 10 Swift-inspired cards (seven birthday, three friendship) that feature quotes and song lyrics. They are printed on sustainably sourced paper with glitter and packaged in a keepsake storage box.
Taylor Swift’s Champion Sneaky Cat Keds ($55)
Shoes are big in Swift’s world. These kicks, available in cream or black, are inspired by her multiplatinum album “1989” and feature perhaps the greatest love in her life – an adorable cat.
Taylor Swift Baby Taylor (TSBT) by Taylor Guitars ($418)
One of the leading guitar manufacturers in the United States has created a slim, compact instrument, inspired by Swift’s first guitar, that’s perfect for the young up-and-coming songwriter. It features Swift’s signature above the bridge with the word “love” repeated three times throughout a crawling vine motif.
Taylor Swift Incredible Things perfume ($49.50)
Drawing its name from a lyric in her No. 1 single, “Blank Space,” Incredible Things is described as having a fresh, feminine and modern aroma for the “timeless romantic” on your list.
Famous Friends
Taylor Swift’s list of celebrity pals has very few blank spaces, and what better way to celebrate the joy of the holidays than sharing some of her famous friends’ own creations?
Ed Sheeran – X
Sheeran and Swift are incredibly close friends. Her smash album “Red” even features a duet between the besties. His latest album is a smash in its own right, and continues to prove a powerhouse on pop radio.
Kendrick Lamar – To Pimp a Butterfly
The remix of Swift’s hit “Bad Blood” featuring Kendrick Lamar showed just how much respect Swift has for arguably the best hip hop artist today. She even thanked him first at the recent MTV Video Music Awards when she won for Video of the Year. His most recent album just happens to be one of 2015’s best.
Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She’s ‘Learned’ by Lena Dunham ($28)
Swift credits Dunham, the “Girls” creator/star, with changing the way she thinks about feminism and women’s roles in our culture. Dunham’s first book reads like a private, candid conversation – one that might inspire someone you love to see the world through a different lens.
T-Swift’s Favorite Things
Swift is fairly forthcoming with her top choices for entertainment, style and all things cool.
Friends: The Complete Series
A self-proclaimed mega-fan, Swift recently brought “Friends” star Lisa Kudrow on stage at a Los Angeles concert to sing Kudrow character Phoebe’s infamous “Smelly Cat” song from the show. And, seeing as “Friends” has re-entered the cultural consciousness following the 20th anniversary celebration and its recent addition to Netflix streaming, the complete collection makes a perfect gift for any Swiftie.
The Harper Lee Collection: To Kill a Mockingbird & Go Set a Watchman ($55)
The American classic is Swift’s favorite book. And the reader on your list also might be curious to read the controversially released “new” Harper Lee novel “Go Set a Watchman.” This dual slip-cased edition is a lovely addition to any reader’s library.
Diet Coke
It’s important to point out that Swift has an endorsement deal for Diet Coke, but that deal stems from an intense, deep love for her favorite beverage. And while a pack of Diet Coke might seem like an odd choice for a gift, Coke’s holiday products offer plenty of fun, Christmas-themed packaging options. A great Swift-themed stocking stuffer.
