DUBAI: US pop superstar Taylor Swift this week showed off a floral gown by renowned Lebanese couturier Elie Saab during a concert in Tampa, Florida.
The Grammy-winning singer, known for hits such as “Shake it Off” and “You Belong with Me,” wore a gold embellished gown with floral tulle detailing on a floor-length dress.
“Taylor Swift performed onstage in Elie Saab haute couture during her ‘Taylor Swift — The Eras Tour’ in Tampa,” the designer wrote on Instagram, sharing a picture of the star.
The 33-year-old hitmaker performed to more than 70,000 fans in three-hour show at the Raymond James Stadium, running through hits from her 17-year career, including “Bad Blood,” “Lavender Haze” and “Invisible String.”
The concert was her first since her reported split from her boyfriend, actor Joe Alwyn. “Is it just me or do we have a lot of things to catch up on?” Swift joked with the audience.
It is not the first time Swift has championed an Arab designer during her world tour. Last month, she donned a custom-made gown by Lebanese couturier Zuhair Murad in a peachy hue with starburst sequin work.
“@TaylorSwift wore for her Night 2 of The Eras Tour a custom #ZMCouture pink tulle ball gown, with a starburst bodice and cross strap back (sic),” the fashion house posted on Instagram, referring to the look that was styled by Joseph Cassell Falconer.
Swift’s “Eras Tour” kicked off on March 17 in Glendale.
The singer has been a fan of Murad’s creations. In November 2021, she appeared on the “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” wearing a white mini-dress from the Lebanese designer’s Resort 2022 collection.
The design featured short sleeves and oversized pockets on the front, with gold embellishments along the neckline, sleeves and pockets.
Swift accessorized the look with matching gold pumps from Christian Louboutin and Nickho Rey earrings.
