The unofficial start of the cozy season was signaled in style this week as pop icon Taylor Swift and supermodel Gigi Hadid stepped out for an intimate dinner date in New York City. The longtime best friends were spotted leaving the ultra-exclusive Zero Bond restaurant in NoHo, turning the street into an impromptu runway with their chic, coordinated autumnal ensembles.
A Masterclass in Matching Fall Outerwear
The duo offered a sophisticated take on classic fall layering, opting for complementary dark overcoats that highlighted their individual styles while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic.
- Taylor Swift’s Elegant Layers: The Midnights singer, 35, chose an ensemble that balanced warmth with a youthful edge. She layered an oversized, charcoal peacoat over a cozy sweater and a plaid mini-skirt. Her footwear choice added a punch of texture: knee-high brown snakeskin boots that immediately drew the eye. She accessorized with a matching brown crossbody bag and delicate gold jewelry. The ultimate sparkle came from her dazzling engagement ring from fiancé Travis Kelce, which she was seen proudly flashing.
- Gigi Hadid’s Luxurious Velvet: Supermodel Gigi Hadid, 30, embraced a more dramatic, textural look. She wore a stunning, dark velvet floor-length coat—an immediate statement piece—draped over a refined pairing of a navy blue polka-dot shirt and tailored black leather wide-leg pants. Hadid completed her outfit with sleek, pointed-toe black pumps and kept her accessories minimal and polished, letting the coat do the heavy lifting.
Their Decade-Long Bond and Meaningful Mementos
The enduring friendship between Swift and Hadid, which began around 2014, remains a staple in the celebrity world. Their recent outing proves that even while navigating high-profile careers and significant life changes—including Swift’s engagement and Hadid’s journey into motherhood—they prioritize time together.
The depth of their bond is often expressed through thoughtful gestures, notably the custom jewelry piece Hadid gifted Swift last year to celebrate the release of her 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department (TTPD). The custom ring features rich symbolism including:
- A portrait of Swift’s famous cat, Benjamin Button.
- The numbers 13 (Swift’s lucky number) and 87 (Travis Kelce’s jersey number).
- The album initials, TTPD, engraved on the inside band.
The Constant Sparkle: Taylor’s Engagement Ring
The singer’s outings continue to draw attention to her magnificent, custom engagement ring from NFL star Travis Kelce. Swift recently gushed about the piece, designed by Kelce with jeweler Kindred Lubeck, telling an interviewer that she looks at it “constantly” and is still in awe of the moment, noting Kelce’s thoughtful attention to detail in the design process. The ring features a massive old mine brilliant cut diamond—a rectangular-cut stone with antique, romantic references—that perfectly suits Swift’s aesthetic.
This latest dinner date provides fans with fresh inspiration for embracing the colder weather and confirms that when it comes to style, these two industry heavyweights are always on the same page.