Every Look Taylor Swift Has Worn to the VMAs Since Her First Appearance in 2008

Mar. 15, 2025

Taylor Swift.Photo:Jamie McCarthy/WireImage

Jamie McCarthy/WireImage

Taylor Swiftis back at the VMAs for the 11th time!Swift, who went into Wednesday night as the second-winningest artist in VMAs history (behind Beyoncé) returned to the annual show at UBS Arena in Long Island, New York on Sept. 11, 2024. From her ballet-inspired debut look back in 2008 to the plaid Dior corset she sported in 2024, Swift has worn more than a dozen looks over the course of her many appearances on the show.Take a look back at Swift’s VMAs style evolution from 2008 to now!

Taylor Swiftis back at the VMAs for the 11th time!

Swift, who went into Wednesday night as the second-winningest artist in VMAs history (behind Beyoncé) returned to the annual show at UBS Arena in Long Island, New York on Sept. 11, 2024. From her ballet-inspired debut look back in 2008 to the plaid Dior corset she sported in 2024, Swift has worn more than a dozen looks over the course of her many appearances on the show.

Take a look back at Swift’s VMAs style evolution from 2008 to now!

01of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2024Taylor Swift.Kevin Mazur/GettySwift, who is up for 12 Moon People at the 2024 ceremony, arrived at UBS Arena in a Dior look featuring a yellow plaid bustier top with an attached skirt, a pair of black velvet hot pants and leather gloves. She paired the sexy with look with thigh-high Stuart Weitzman boots and so much Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2024

Taylor Swift.Kevin Mazur/Getty

Kevin Mazur/Getty

Swift, who is up for 12 Moon People at the 2024 ceremony, arrived at UBS Arena in a Dior look featuring a yellow plaid bustier top with an attached skirt, a pair of black velvet hot pants and leather gloves. She paired the sexy with look with thigh-high Stuart Weitzman boots and so much Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

02of 21Taylor Swift Has an Outfit Change in 2024Kevin Mazur/GettyIn the middle of Wednesday’s show, Swift (posing with Karol G) decided to go for something extra…terrestrial, that is:a beaded Monse mini dress with a UFO design on the front.

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Taylor Swift Has an Outfit Change in 2024

In the middle of Wednesday’s show, Swift (posing with Karol G) decided to go for something extra…terrestrial, that is:a beaded Monse mini dress with a UFO design on the front.

03of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2023Taylor Swift at the 2023 VMAs.Dimitrios Kambouris/GettySwift hit the red carpet in 2023 at the Prudential Center in New Jersey ina Versace halter-neck gown,

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2023

Taylor Swift at the 2023 VMAs.Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty

Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty

Swift hit the red carpet in 2023 at the Prudential Center in New Jersey ina Versace halter-neck gown,

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Taylor Swift Backstage in 2023

In addition to her show-stopping style, which included this denim number she changed into later in the night, Swift made history at the 2023 ceremony when,after taking home the Moon Person for video of the yearfor “Anti-Hero,” she became the first artist to receive the award four times.

Her nine wins that night led her to became the second-most awarded artist in VMA history — right behind Beyoncé.

05of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2022Taylor Swift at the 2022 VMAs.Arturo Holmes/FilmMagicIn 2022, Swift made a surprise appearance at the awards in this sparkly Oscar de la Renta dress.

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2022

Taylor Swift at the 2022 VMAs.Arturo Holmes/FilmMagic

In 2022, Swift made a surprise appearance at the awards in this sparkly Oscar de la Renta dress.

06of 21Taylor Swift with her Moon Person Awards in 2022Taylor Swift with her awards in 2022.Christopher Polk/Variety via Getty ImagesShe later changed into this midnight blue ensemble and took multiple awards including video of the year for “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version).“During her acceptance speech, she announced her albumMidnights.

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Taylor Swift with her Moon Person Awards in 2022

Taylor Swift with her awards in 2022.Christopher Polk/Variety via Getty Images

She later changed into this midnight blue ensemble and took multiple awards including video of the year for “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version).”

During her acceptance speech, she announced her albumMidnights.

07of 21Taylor Swift Performs in 2019Taylor Swift performs at the 2019 VMAS.Dimitrios Kambouris/VMN19/GettySwift returned to the VMAs for the first time in four years in 2019 and performeda medley of hits, including “You Need to Calm Down” and “Lover.”

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Taylor Swift Performs in 2019

Taylor Swift performs at the 2019 VMAS.Dimitrios Kambouris/VMN19/Getty

Swift returned to the VMAs for the first time in four years in 2019 and performeda medley of hits, including “You Need to Calm Down” and “Lover.”

08of 21Taylor Swift Accepts An Award in 2019Dimitrios Kambouris/VMN19/GettyShe hit the red carpet in a colorful blazer ensemble paired with thigh-high boots, then accepted the award for video of the year — using her acceptance speechto promote the Equality Act.

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Taylor Swift Accepts An Award in 2019

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She hit the red carpet in a colorful blazer ensemble paired with thigh-high boots, then accepted the award for video of the year — using her acceptance speechto promote the Equality Act.

09of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2015C Flanigan/Getty ImagesSwift’s midriff-baring sequined houndstooth set that she wore on the carpet in 2015 was a clear departure from her typical look.

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2015

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Swift’s midriff-baring sequined houndstooth set that she wore on the carpet in 2015 was a clear departure from her typical look.

10of 21Taylor Swift Performs with Nicki Minaj in 2015Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj in 2015.John Shearer/GettySwift performed “The Night Is Still Young” withNicki Minajand then finished out her performance with “Bad Blood” in a red beaded fringe mini-dress.

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Taylor Swift Performs with Nicki Minaj in 2015

Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj in 2015.John Shearer/Getty

Swift performed “The Night Is Still Young” withNicki Minajand then finished out her performance with “Bad Blood” in a red beaded fringe mini-dress.

11of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2014Jason Merritt/Getty ImagesWe knew she was trouble when she walked in! Swift wore a blue long-sleeved Mary Katrantzou romper on the carpet in 2014.

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2014

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We knew she was trouble when she walked in! Swift wore a blue long-sleeved Mary Katrantzou romper on the carpet in 2014.

12of 21Taylor Swift Performs in 2014Jason LaVeris/FilmMagicSwift taught us all how to “Shake It Off” when she performed her hit song off of1989: Ideally in a sequined, fringe two-piece.

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Taylor Swift Performs in 2014

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Swift taught us all how to “Shake It Off” when she performed her hit song off of1989: Ideally in a sequined, fringe two-piece.

13of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2013C Flanigan/FilmMagicSwift went Old Hollywood glam in a navy gown with a plunging neckline.

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2013

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Swift went Old Hollywood glam in a navy gown with a plunging neckline.

14of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2012Steve Granitz/WireImageNothing like an all-white power suit to show the red carpet who’s boss.

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2012

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Nothing like an all-white power suit to show the red carpet who’s boss.

15of 21Taylor Swift Performs in 2012Kevin Mazur/WireImageSwift performed “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” in a striped top and short shorts.

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Taylor Swift Performs in 2012

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Swift performed “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” in a striped top and short shorts.

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Taylor Swift Performs in 2010

17of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2009Taylor Swift.Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImageFor her second VMAs in 2009, Swift chose an elegant sequined gown, which became iconic after West interrupted her speech.

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2009

Taylor Swift.Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage

Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage

For her second VMAs in 2009, Swift chose an elegant sequined gown, which became iconic after West interrupted her speech.

18of 21Taylor Swift Performs in 2009Taylor Swift performs in 2009 at the VMAs.James Devaney/WireImageAt the same show, sheperformed her hit song"You Belong with Me” on a subway and then live outside of Radio City Music Hall wearing this red number.

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Taylor Swift Performs in 2009

Taylor Swift performs in 2009 at the VMAs.James Devaney/WireImage

James Devaney/WireImage

At the same show, sheperformed her hit song"You Belong with Me” on a subway and then live outside of Radio City Music Hall wearing this red number.

19of 21Taylor Swift and Beyoncé in 2009Taylor Swift and Beyoncé.Kevin Mazur/WireImageShe would wear that same red dress on stage when Beyoncé invited her up to finish her acceptance speech after winning video of the year.

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Taylor Swift and Beyoncé in 2009

Taylor Swift and Beyoncé.Kevin Mazur/WireImage

She would wear that same red dress on stage when Beyoncé invited her up to finish her acceptance speech after winning video of the year.

20of 21Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2008ANDREAS BRANCH/Patrick McMullanSwift went simple for the red carpet for her first VMAs in 2008, choosing a structured, ballet-inspired dress and strappy gold heels.

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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2008

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Swift went simple for the red carpet for her first VMAs in 2008, choosing a structured, ballet-inspired dress and strappy gold heels.

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Taylor Swift’s First VMAs in 2008

source: people.com