L.A. Preppy

Between the eras of Red and 1989, Taylor Swift's evolving style began to transcend the confines of red-carpet events and permeate her everyday life. She embarked on a transition from sweet dresses and vibrant patterns to a more sophisticated and mature fashion sensibility.

This particular photograph captures the singer in early 2014, during her stay in Los Angeles. While still maintaining elements of her preppy style, Swift's outfit, consisting of a crisp button-up shirt and a pleated black skirt, displayed a bolder and more assertive demeanor compared to the romantic dresses she favored during her late teenage years.

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