{"id":489274,"date":"2019-08-21T04:46:36","date_gmt":"2019-08-21T10:46:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rollingstone.com\/?p=874428"},"modified":"2019-08-21T04:46:36","modified_gmt":"2019-08-21T10:46:36","slug":"13-pieces-of-taylor-swift-merch-that-dont-suck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alwaysmountaintime.com\/kqzr\/music-news\/13-pieces-of-taylor-swift-merch-that-dont-suck\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Pieces of Taylor Swift Merch That Don\u2019t Suck"},"content":{"rendered":"

This article is a part of RS Recommends<\/a>, an editorial series reviewing products in music and entertainment. Items are independently selected; Penske Media may earn a commission from purchases made from our links.<\/em><\/p>\n

Taylor Swift<\/a> fans will want to consider their options before shelling out for her latest album, as the singer launches a number of exclusive collaborations leading up to this Friday\u2019s release of Lover<\/em>.<\/p>\n

The album, Swift\u2019s seventh, features the singles, \u201cME!\u201d, \u201cYou Need to Calm Down,\u201d and the recently-released title track, and the singer has been slowly teasing more details<\/a> about what fans can expect from the 18-track set and the album roll-out.<\/p>\n

As previously announced, Swift has teamed up with Spotify to launch a playlist of exclusive content<\/a> on the streaming platform. The Love, Taylor: Lover Enhanced Album<\/em> playlist will include the new album, a welcome video and voice messages from Swift, a handwritten note made with the Canvas tool and a playlist of some of Swift\u2019s favorite love songs.<\/p>\n

Swift is also turning to Amazon to try and move copies of the new album. After performing at Amazon\u2019s Prime Day Concert in July<\/a>, the site is returning the favor and slapping images of the Lover<\/em> album art on boxes going out to random Amazon Prime subscribers (this isn\u2019t completely unprecedented; Amazon did a similar promo with yellow-hued Minions<\/em> boxes<\/a> tied to the animated film\u2019s release a few years ago).<\/p>\n

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While Swift worked exclusively with Apple for the release of her last album, Reputation<\/em>, and required fans to purchase a download, she\u2019s making Lover<\/em> available for streaming through both the Spotify collaboration and on Amazon. The site is offering free digital streaming of Lover<\/em> through it\u2019s Amazon Music service. You can get a 30-day free trial to that here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Want a physical copy of the album or looking for other ways to celebrate Lover\u2019s<\/em> release? In honor of Swift\u2019s favorite number, we\u2019ve rounded up 13 ways to get your fandom fix in time for the album drop this weekend.<\/p>\n

1. Lover<\/em> Box Set<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Amazon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

If you want the actual physical album, Amazon is advertising a Lover<\/em> box set that features the new album, plus posters, a collectible tote bag, stickers and what appears to be a Lover<\/em>-branded Pop Socket<\/a>. Amazon also has the CD available on its own for $12.99,<\/a> which is good to know because this box set is expected to sell out fast. Purchase: Lover Box Set, $79.99 on Amazon.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

2. Lover<\/em> Target Exclusive Deluxe Edition<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Target<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Target, meantime, is offering four different \u201cdeluxe\u201d versions of the album<\/a>. The Target exclusives all features the Lover<\/em> CD, plus two bonus audio memos from Swift\u2019s songwriting sessions. The disc is packaged inside a book of Swift\u2019s journal entries, handwritten lyrics and \u201cpersonal\u201d photos. There\u2019s also a blank journal included in the set should inspiration strike while you\u2019re deep sobbing to one of Swift\u2019s latest confessional tracks. Purchase: $16.99 on Target.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

3. Lover Limited-Edition Cassette Tape<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Urban Outfitters<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

And then there\u2019s Urban Outfitters, the popular purveyor of dorm decor and vaguely-vintage apparel. True to brand, the retailer is selling a cassette tape version of Lover<\/em><\/a>, which features the 18 tracks split over two sides. Urban Outfitters says only 5000 cassettes were produced, though it\u2019s worth noting that at $19.99, the tape is more expensive that the CD. And yes, in case you were wondering, Urban Outfitters also sells a cassette tape player<\/a>, so all of Swift\u2019s millennial fans can actually pop the tape in to give it a listen (but who\u2019s going to tell them you have to flip the tape over halfway through?)<\/p>\n

4. Me!<\/em> Limited Edition Vinyl<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Amazon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Swift has yet to announced a vinyl release for Lover<\/em>, so fans hoping to snag the album on wax will have to settle for this limited-edition pressing of lead single, Me!<\/em> (featuring Panic at the Disco\u2019s Brandon Urie). The vinyl single was originally offered for only for 24 hours during the record release announcement through Swift\u2019s official site, though some copies have now made their way to Amazon. There are four different covers to choose from. Purchase: $34.99 on Amazon.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

5. Heart Design Cropped Crewneck<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Taylor Swift<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Over on Swift\u2019s official website, the singer has teased a high-fashion collab with womenswear designer, Stella McCartney<\/a>. In the meantime, fans can snag this cropped sweatshirt, which features a simple, straight-forward design and TS-approved bright, bold colors. Customers who purchase the shirt will also get a link on release day for a free digital download of the album. Purchase: $55 on TaylorSwift.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

6. Heart-Shaped Convertible Bag<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Taylor Swift<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Swifties who wear their hearts on their sleeves can now wear a Taylor-branded heart around their waist, over their shoulder, or under their arms. This heart-shaped belt bag features an iridescent \u201cUR MY LOVER\u201d lyric on the front and iridescent \u201cTAYLOR SWIFT\u201d on the back. It\u2019s made of vegan leather because #ofcourse and this also comes with a free download of Swift\u2019s new album. Purchase: $40 on TaylorSwift.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

7. \u201cYou Need to Calm Down\u201d Essential Oil<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Etsy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Someone who\u2019s a genius took the lyrics from Swift\u2019s second single literally and spun it off into an essential oil roll-on stick that, yes, helps you calm down. The \u201cYou Need To Calm Down\u201d essential oil blend continues lavender, orange, cedarwood and frankincense, and is formulated to promote relaxation, reduce stress and help you fall asleep faster. Dab it on your pulse points and roll on for relief. Purchase: $11.11 on Etsy.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

8. \u201cIf a Man Talks Sh*t\u201d Sticker Decal<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy RedBubble<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Taken from a lyric off Swift\u2019s Reputation<\/em>-era song, \u201cI Did Something Bad,<\/a>\u201d this sticker is a vampy, campy kiss-off that you can stick on a window, laptop, notebook, guitar case, or I dunno, on your ex\u2019s car? Don\u2019t worry: it\u2019s made of vinyl and easy to remove, so even if your man is talking sh*t, you won\u2019t step in it for tagging his ride with a little piece of DIY-style decor. Purchase: $18.48 on Redbubble.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

9. Reputation Mug<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Redbubble<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Taylor Swift\u2019s last album title rendered in a Supreme-inspired logo font on a classic ceramic mug. That\u2019s it. That\u2019s the pitch. Purchase: $15.60 on Redbubble.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

10. \u201cThis Sick Beet\u201d T-Shirt<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Society6<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Bring the lolz with this unisex T-shirt, which (word)plays off a lyric from 1989<\/em>\u2018s \u201cShake it Off.<\/a>\u201d True story: Swift filed a motion<\/a> to trademark the phrase, \u201cThis sick beat,\u201d and was actually approved. The filings prohibit the use of that phrase \u2014 along with \u201cCause We Never Go Out of Style,\u201d \u201cCould Show You Incredible Things\u201d and \u201cNice to Meet You, Where You Been?\u201d \u2014 from appearing on any consumer products without a license. We prefer this T-shirt designer\u2019s skirting of the rules anyway. Purchase: $19.49 on Society6.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

11. Taylor Swift Coloring Book<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Amazon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

This grown-up coloring book contains 16 black line drawings by U.K.-based illustrator, Mel Elliott, for you to color in. Think Swift is always green with envy? Prefer her blond and batty-eyed? With this book (and a pack of felt pens or markers<\/a>), it\u2019s entirely up to you. Purchase: $13 on Amazon.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

12. \u201cWant Who You Want\u201d T-Shirt<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Society6<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Leave it to designer Lauren Pinto to turn a lyric from Swift\u2019s \u201cWelcome to New York<\/a>\u201d into an inspiring, LGBTQ-affirming piece of apparel. Further forwarding the inclusiveness vibes, the unisex tee is available in more than half a dozen colors and in sizes small to 2XL. Purchase: $19.49 on Society6.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

13. \u201cI\u2019m Sorry Taylor\u201d Mug<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Courtesy Amazon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Kanye\u2019s 2010 apology tweet to Taylor printed on a ceramic mug. That\u2019s it. That\u2019s the pitch. Purchase: $14.99 on Amazon.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

via:: Rolling Stone<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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