Taylor Swift’s Look on ‘The Late Show’ Proves She’s a ‘Style Trendsetter,’ Said Jewelry Expert
In a recent appearance on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Taylor Swift looked glamorous and expensive. The singer’s style choices stood out to Justin Daughters, the Managing Director at Berganza. He shared what the “Fate of Ophelia” singer conveyed with her jewelry choices on the show last night.
Taylor Swift wore a ruby choker in an appearance on ‘The Late Show’
Swift appeared on The Late Show before the release of her series The End of an Era. Daughters, the Managing Director at Berganza, believes her jewelry choices were very intentional.
“Taylor Swift delivered a masterclass in modern glamour during Wednesday’s Late Show, pairing a rich burgundy velvet gown with an exquisite, standout ruby choker,” he told Showbiz Cheat Sheet in a statement. “Her jewelry choices reflect a deliberate move toward pieces with depth, provenance and personality, underscoring a growing preference among high-profile figures for investment-grade vintage jewels.”
He described Swift’s necklace as the showstopper of her look. It made her appear all the more glamorous.
“At the center of her look is an exceptional high-set ruby choker,” he said. “Its presence against the velvet fabric instantly evokes opulence. Opting for a vintage ruby piece allows Swift to channel the grandeur of late-19th and early-20th-century jewellery, when chokers featuring substantial coloured gemstones were a hallmark of Victorian and Edwardian high society. These pieces demanded remarkable craftsmanship and this one captures that legacy beautifully.”
Daughters added that he thinks the ruby choker “carries history, artistry, and emotional resonance.”
Taylor Swift’s smaller jewelry pieces on ‘The Late Show’ also made a statement
The necklace was not the only jewelry Swift wore in her appearance on the talk show. Daughters believes the smaller items also tell a story without stealing too much attention.
“Her supporting choices are equally considered,” he said. “The understated diamond stud earrings are a strategic pairing, offering brightness and lift around her face without detracting from the choker’s dominance. It follows the golden rule of red-carpet styling: allow one hero piece to lead.”
Swift also managed to slip in a nod to her new song, “Opalite.”
“Then there is the gold bracelet set with a large opal, a quietly powerful addition that transforms the jewellery ensemble into something deeply personal,” he said. “While the ruby choker provides the dramatic, antique glamour, the opal introduces emotional symbolism. The gemstone directly references her song ‘Opalite,’ which explores themes of self-made happiness and inner light.”
Daughters said this gives Swift’s look both sentiment and style.
He also views her as a style icon
Some of Swift’s fans have hated on her fashion choices over the years. Despite this, Daughters enjoyed her choices on The Late Show. He believes this look proves she is a style trendsetter.
“Together, these pieces show why Taylor Swift continues to be a style trendsetter,” he said. “Her jewelry selections embody timeless elegance, demonstrating that the most compelling statements come from jewels steeped in heritage, craftsmanship, and unmistakable character.”
