Taylor Swift surprised fans with a chic addition to her Eras Tour wardrobe during her second night at the sold-out Gas Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, Scotland. On Saturday, June 8, the 34-year-old singer donned elegant black gloves during The Tortured Poets Department set, pairing them with her custom white Vivienne Westwood gown. The gown, featuring lyrics from her song “Fortnight” written in cursive, perfectly complemented the gloves.
Functional or Fashion Statement?
While some fans speculated that the gloves might hint at a forthcoming release of Reputation (Taylor’s Version), it’s possible the accessory was added for more practical reasons. Swift’s decision to wear gloves may have been primarily to keep her hands warm in the chilly Scottish weather. This outfit change came a day after her first show in Edinburgh, where she experienced a hand cramp during the acoustic performance of “Would’ve, Could’ve, Should’ve.”
Taylor Swift’s Hand Cramp Incident
During the “Surprise Songs” segment of her first Edinburgh show, Swift was forced to pause mid-performance due to a sudden hand cramp. She told the audience, “Oh God! Hand cramp! I’m so sorry, everyone. This has never happened before, but my hand is frozen. I’m just going to warm it. I’m so embarrassed. My hand’s like a claw!” This incident likely prompted her to wear gloves during the subsequent show to avoid similar issues.
Fans’ Theories and Reactions
Fans quickly took to social media to share their theories and reactions to Swift’s new accessory. Some speculated about a potential album announcement, while others expressed concern for the singer’s comfort in the cold weather. One fan wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter, “Taylor is now wearing black gloves during the TTPD set tonight after her hand cramped from the cold yesterday.” Another fan commented, “Tbh, this is quite bizarre weather we’re having at the moment and it’s unusually cold for this time of year. Sorry you’re suffering but us Scots are feeling the chill too.”
Scottish Weather and Taylor Swift
The unusually cold weather in Scotland seems to have taken a toll on Swift, who isn’t accustomed to such conditions. A Scottish fan noted, “Yeah fair, I’m Scottish and didn’t think it was that cold until like midnight on the way home but I can see why people who aren’t used to the weather would find it cold.” Despite the unexpected chill, Swift’s fans appreciated her stylish solution and continued to support her through the performances.