Taylor Swift has transformed the humble cardigan into a must-have collector's item for Swifties worldwide, with thirteen distinctive versions now released since the phenomenon began in 2020.
The latest addition to this coveted collection is the glittery orange 'The Life of a Showgirl' cardigan, released in September 2025 to coincide with her newest album. This brings the total number of official Taylor Swift cardigans to thirteen, though notably there are still no cardigans available for 'Evermore', 'Reputation' or her debut album.
The Complete Taylor Swift Cardigan Collection
What started as a simple merchandise item has evolved into a comprehensive collection that spans multiple album eras, with each cardigan featuring unique design elements that reflect its corresponding album's aesthetic.
The original 'Folklore' cardigan launched in July 2020 at $49, featuring the iconic three blue stars on the elbows and a 'folklore album' patch. This initial version has become one of the most sought-after pieces of Taylor Swift merchandise among collectors.
Evolution of Cardigan Designs
Throughout the years, the cardigan designs have evolved significantly from the original Folklore template. The Speak Now (Taylor's Version) cardigan from July 2023 introduced gold four-point stars instead of the traditional trio, while the 1989 (Taylor's Version) cardigan from October 2023 completely reimagined the concept with embroidered seagulls and light blue colouring.
Recent releases have continued to push design boundaries. The Midnights cardigan from October 2024 features navy blue with light blue stars reminiscent of Taylor's Moschino VMAs dress, while the Lover cardigan from January 2025 finally gave fans the pink hearts they'd been waiting for.
Pricing and Availability Trends
As the cardigan collection has grown, so have the prices. The original cardigan cost $49 in 2020, while recent releases like the Fearless (Taylor's Version) cardigan from April 2025 and the new Life of a Showgirl cardigan retail for $70-$75.
Several cardigans have been limited editions, particularly the holiday versions from November 2020. The grey/green and beige/red Folklore holiday cardigans were both priced at $65 and represented the colour schemes of Folklore and Evermore, creating what fans consider the perfect homage to the sister albums.
The Latest Addition: Life of a Showgirl
The newest cardigan continues Taylor's tradition of matching merchandise to album aesthetics. The glittery orange Life of a Showgirl cardigan features orange glitter buttons, orange stars on the sleeves, and Taylor's T.S. initials embroidered on the left chest in 'Showgirl' font instead of the traditional patch.
Notably, this cardigan comes bundled with the standard CD version of the album, following the pattern established with previous releases where cardigans often serve as premium merchandise accompanying album launches.
For dedicated Swiftie collectors, these cardigans have become more than just clothing - they're tangible connections to Taylor's musical journey and evolving artistic vision, with each piece telling its own story within her broader discography.
