A Softer Era: Taylor Swift Styles Floral Gucci Ace Sneakers With Denim Overalls in NYC

Stepping out in her new floral Gucci sneakers on August 8, 2016, Taylor Swift embraced a softer, more nostalgic version of her personal style—one that subtly echoed her early country-pop days while still feeling polished and modern.

Just months after experimenting with an edgier look, including her short platinum-blonde hair, Swift had returned to her signature natural curls, a shift that many fans viewed as a refreshing return to form.

That week, the then-26-year-old pop star stepped out in New York City wearing a denim Tularosa “Sophia” overall dress. This playful, laid-back silhouette evoked her early career aesthetic while showcasing how her street style had evolved into something more refined and fashion-forward.

Taylor Swift wears her hair in natural curls as she steps out of her apartment on August 8, 2016, in New York City (Credit: TNYF / WENN)

Swift’s softer, more relaxed styling suggested a deliberate return to the approachable, easygoing aesthetic she championed earlier in her career.

Taylor Swift steps out of her New York City apartment in a denim Tularosa overall dress

Taylor wore a red Brandy Melville “Joanne” crop tank underneath her overall dress.

Taylor Swift layers an overall denim dress over a Brandy Melville crop tank

She accessorized with a dark green Marni “Trunk” mini leather shoulder bag.

Taylor Swift carries a leather Marni shoulder bag as she strolls through New York City

The Pennsylvania native completed her ensemble with Gucci’s floral-embroidered “New Ace” sneakers—an updated take on the brand’s iconic low-top Ace silhouette, distinguished by its sleek profile, contrasting metallic heel tabs, and signature Web stripe detailing that has made the style a celebrity favorite since the early 2010s.

Taylor Swift wears floral-embroidered Gucci sneakers out in New York City (Credit: TNYF / WENN)

Taylor’s floral-embroidered kicks are a nice twist to the white sneaker trend. In addition to the flower appliqués, the sneakers also feature different-colored heel counters in red and green metallic snakeskin.

Taylor Swift steps out in Gucci’s floral-embroidered “New Ace” sneakers, showcasing the brand’s iconic Web stripe and signature mismatched metallic heel tabs (Credit: TNYF / WENN)

Don’t miss Elle Fanning’s stylish appearance at LAX in June, where she effortlessly rocked the Gucci “New Ace” sneakers with flair.

Gucci “New Ace” Floral-Embroidered Low-Top Sneakers, $695

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As Taylor’s floral “New Ace” sneakers demonstrate, the iconic Gucci low-tops have become a recurring favorite in celebrity street style—appearing at airports, off-duty model looks, and even high-low fashion pairings on the red carpet.

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