Pop star Taylor Swift is getting fans talking with her bold promotional photos for her album 'The Life of a Showgirl'.
Taylor Swift has just released a new photo to introduce the album and the limited edition Shiny Bug Vinyl Collection, which will be available for sale for only 48 hours on her website. In the photo, the 35-year-old singer poses seductively while leaning against a light blue wall, arching her back to accentuate her butt. She wears a body-hugging, low-cut red and black sequin bodysuit, paired with nude fishnet stockings. Her flowing blonde hair is worn loose, combined with dark eyeliner and red lipstick, creating a sexy, sharp look.
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The photo series was taken by famous photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, imbued with the grandiose stage spirit of the new album era. On Instagram, Taylor Swift also did not forget to thank the two producers, Max Martin and Shellback.
While many fans eagerly hunted for the limited vinyl edition, the sexy cover photo caused a lot of controversy. Some praised Taylor Swift's confidence; others were surprised by this extremely sexy image.
Comments of praise on X: "We were waiting for the title track, but you are so beautiful, that's enough to satisfy", "Everyone wants a new single, and you brought such an impressive appearance, so it's considered a big win", "Taylor is not releasing an album, she is dropping a bomb. The whole music industry is shaking" ...
However, there were also criticisms that her image was "too provocative" and questioned why Swift wanted to become a "sex symbol". One account quipped: "Why do you suddenly want to be seen as a sex symbol?". Another asked, "Swifties, when did Taylor start showing off skin like the rest of Hollywood?". Meanwhile, one viewer theorized, "The more revealing, the better it sells"...
Last week, the 14-time Grammy winner announced the release date of her new album, The Life of a Showgirl, during an appearance on boyfriend Travis Kelce's podcast New Heights. She also released her boldest promotional photos to date, in a glamorous, showgirl style. The Lover singer showed off her curves in a corset with beads, ostrich feathers, and sparkling jewelry.
Swift shared: "I really love this photoshoot. Mert and Marcus are two of my favorite photographers. I'm so happy with the results."
The album's main cover - which shows Taylor Swift posing in a bathtub - holds special meaning for her. The singer explained: "The image represents the end of the day. When I'm on tour, my days are the same, and I always end up in the bath. Of course, we don't always wear sparkly dresses like that, but we want to keep it subtle."
Taylor Swift's pursuit of this style has reminded many people of pop icon Kylie Minogue, who had a glorious period with a similar image. Minogue chose to react positively, expressing admiration and sending support to Taylor. "When your friends start sending you showgirl pictures! So cute," Kylie wrote. "Sending respect and admiration to all the hard-working showgirl sisters."