If we were playing a game of word association with Taylor Swift as our subject, red lipstick would likely be one of the top identifiers tossed around. Through her rise from newbie country singer to chart-topping pop star, Swift and her favorite makeup look have become nearly inseparable. In fact, since about 2010, Swift has rarely been spotted without a crimson pout, whether she’s on stage, hitting the red carpet, or just cruising around New York City.
Of course, just because she loves red lipstick doesn’t mean she doesn’t experiment with shades and textures. To celebrate today’s release of the star’s buzzy new Netflix documentary, Miss Americana, we took an in-depth look at the best ways the singer has sported her signature lip color over the years.
Scroll through the slideshow ahead for Swift’s best takes on the classic look.
2010
Swift sparkled at the BMI Awards in Los Angeles thanks to a show-stopping gown, yet her burgundy lipstick still commanded attention.Photo: Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic.
2012
For Paris Fashion Week, Swift opted for a glossy, orange-red color, then accented it with lush lashes and wispy bangs. Photo: Marc Piasecki/WireImage.
2013
This rich berry shade added extra glam to the smoldering eye makeup Swift wore to the MTV Video Music Awards the next year.Photo: C Flanigan/FilmMagic.
2014
For the premiere of The Giver, Swift proved that a classic, matchy-matchy look is eternally chic.Photo: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images.
2016
At the 2016 Grammy Awards, Swift paired another bold red lipstick with a razor-sharp bob. Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images.
2018
A casual stroll through NYC is a lot cooler while wearing oxblood lipstick.Photo: Josiah Kamau/BuzzFoto/Getty Images.
2020
Swift attended the Sundance Film Festival premiere of Miss Americana last week wearing one of the brightest reds we’ve seen. Photo: George Pimentel/Getty Images.
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