The singer, known for her iconic fragrance-free era, was surprised to receive such praise for her scent. This surprise led to a quick and witty response from Swift, who mentioned the perfumer behind the fragrance in a recent interview. It was later confirmed that the scent is a collaboration between the singer and perfumer, Quentin Tarantino. This collaboration is particularly interesting because it’s a unique partnership that defies typical expectations.

Image: Billboard via Getty Images) Billboard via Getty Images) Available for £222 from Tom Ford’s website, the sandalwood scent offers “exotic spices enhanced with luxe ylang-ylang, warm cinnamon, and sumptuous woods—seducing with modern, second-skin warmth.” But if that’s not the perfume for you it’s also rumoured Swift’s a fan of Viktor&Rolf’s Flowerbomb, which has bergamot and freesia notes, meaning it offers a much more floral scent. The price is rather different to Swift’s rumoured Tom Ford pick too, as Flowerbomb is currently on sale for £80 from Boots. Elsewhere, at the VMAs, Swift’s sartorial choices had fans talking as many wondered if her first gown of the evening could be a ‘Reputation’ Easter Egg. With its black and green-yellow colours, the tartan Dior dress screamed “goth punk”, and as fans were quick to point out, Swift described the album as a “goth-punk moment” in her 2023 TIME interview.

This time, she was not looking for a man, but for a place. She was searching for a place to call home. This shift in her perspective, from seeking a partner to seeking a place, marked a significant change in her life. It was a turning point, a moment of self-discovery.