The last surprise song in Minneapolis was “Daylight.” In the opinion of many Swifites online, Minneapolis has received some of the most requested and beloved songs of the entire tour. The second night was “Dear John,” a song that may-or-may-not be about John Mayer but Swift set things straight when she said in a speech before the song she wants none of her fans to blast someone online she maybe wrote a song about 15 years ago. Some are singles, previously unreleased songs from “the vault” or timeless favorites that didn’t make it into the setlist.įriday night began with “Paper Rings,” a highly requested song and “If This Was a Movie.” Each song is played acoustically, the first on guitar and the second on piano. You would think I would have been way more proactive about posting these KimberKopy’s, but here I am (and still eagerly waiting to see what album she’s going to drop next). It’s hard to believe we’ve been in the RED (Taylor’s Version) era for almost 10 months. She was most looking forward to the surprise songs Swift plays at each concert and was rooting for “Innocent.” Every show gets two songs, most that have never been played live before. Recreating Taylor Swift’s RED Era Candid Outfits. It was her first show, and she says she’s been a fan for all 16 years of her life. Stastny and her friend worked daily with her sewing machine to create her “Lover” era look. See photos of Toybina designing for one of Swift’s costumes, below.Nicole Neri for MPR News Claire Stastny, Edina As you build your art piece by piece, the determination starts evolving into its own masterpiece. Nothing could be more rewarding than seeing your own work, alongside all the other beautiful masterminds, come alive. What was your favorite moment working on the Red Tour? THR: Hopefully you’re getting some rest now. VIDEO: Taylor Swift and Carly Simon Duet to ‘You’re So Vain’ Adapting to wardrobe changes/alterations during tour rehearsals is not always easy or practical, but you get it done and you sleep after it’s all over. Toybina: Developing a show is a fluid process, so you have to be ready to roll with deadlines and creative changes. THR: Considering that there were so many wardrobe changes throughout the show, what was challenging about designing 128 pieces–23 for Taylor and 103 for the dancers? My goal was to make sure each design told its own story and could serve as a visually, beautiful extension to Taylor’s stage presence. It is the fire inside all of us that keeps the mind believing and the heart beating. Toybina: Taylor’s songs, as well as our passion, art and individuality. THR: What would you say was the inspiration behind all the outfits? STORY: Taylor Swift Finds Love in Los Angeles: Concert Review The fittings went successfully, dress runs were exciting and then, it was showtime! It took my team and me a little over three weeks to put the entire tour together–difficult, but not impossible. Draping, sewing, creating and handcrafting became beyond a full time job. After my designs were approved, sketches locked in and fabrics chosen, Taylor’s feedback was integrated with details tweaked. Once Taylor created her set list for the tour and the choreography was discussed, the design process was in full effect to incorporate Taylor’s ideas. For me, production details, choreography, conceptual staging and of course, Taylor’s vision was key. Marina Toybina: Like any design project, you have certain stages of artistry that must be obtained in order to accomplish the unexpected. The Hollywood Reporter: Some of the costumes for Taylor’s tour looked like they required so much detail, especially the white Victorian dress she wore while performing “I Knew You Were Trouble.” How much work went into creating those more elaborate pieces? PHOTOS: Taylor Swift Sees ‘Red’ at Sold-Out Staples Center Show
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