Taylor Swift Ditches Her Signature Red for a Coral Lip in Dreamy Garden Proposal

Taylor Swift surprises fans by ditching her classic red lip for a soft coral shade alongside her “soap” nails during her romantic engagement reveal.

Taylor Swift surprised fans—and beauty insiders alike—by skipping her signature crimson lip for something softer in her engagement photos with Travis Kelce.

In the rose-filled garden announcement on August 26, Swift chose a matte coral lipstick—a refreshing shift from her iconic red (think Elson 4)—that felt like a teaser for her upcoming Life of a Showgirl era. The pick leans more pink than orange compared to the stronger hue she rocked on Kelce’s podcast.

Beauty sleuths have been busy speculating. Popular guesses include NARS Morocco, Rare Beauty’s Soft Pinch Oil in Joy, Lisa Eldridge’s Audrey, and even Louis Vuitton’s Wild Soul, all aligning with Swift’s flair for meaningful Easter eggs.

Adding to the understated charm, Swift matched her soft lip with nude "soap" nails—minimalist, elegant, and a stark contrast to her bold beauty history.

It’s a subtle but striking change—marking a graceful leap into a new beauty era, anchoring her engagement image in elegance and storytelling.