Shimmering, elegant, and utterly unforgettable — the “showgirl” has never shone brighter. Born from the Art Deco glamour of the 1920s, this iconic figure was brought to life by Erté, who transformed stage and costume into flowing works of art, capturing the bold fantasy of the Jazz Age. Today, Taylor Swift’s new album brings the showgirl back to the modern stage: feathers and sequins sparkle, and music intertwines with performance to radiate endless allure. Between Erté’s artistic vision and Taylor Swift’s stage presence, the showgirl stands as a timeless symbol of power, charm, and fashion-forward fantasy.

In the 1920s, Erté created one of Harper’s Bazaar’s most iconic covers: a woman draped in a gown so long and lavish that its hem nearly consumed the entire page. Editors worried readers couldn’t see the garment’s details, but Erté famously replied, “The dress itself is a stage, not something to be pressed onto paper.” That single statement captured his entire philosophy. For Erté, fashion was never confined to clothing—it was theater, it was art. The “showgirl” was both his muse and his masterpiece, embodying the timeless truth that beauty and elegance are the very soul of design. In Erté’s world, fashion wasn’t something you wore; it was something you lived.

Today, the “showgirl” comes alive once more through Taylor Swift. Her latest album has not only dominated the digital sphere but also unveiled the tension between dazzling performance and unguarded truth. On the cover, she appears half-submerged, her body fractured like glass, her diamond corset shimmering with the weight of fragility. Yet on stage, she radiates: feathered capes sway in rhythm, sequins ignite like scattered jewels, and her voice carries both vulnerability and resilience. This interplay of contrasts echoes the duality Erté once celebrated—where spectacle and authenticity, fantasy and humanity converge. In Swift’s hands, the showgirl transcends stagecraft, emerging as a contemporary declaration of female power and authenticity.

The showgirl is at once the lavish fantasy of Erté and the sincere soul of Taylor Swift’s creation. Outer allure meets inner depth, performance intersects with reality, glamour balances with subtlety—together, these tensions shape the showgirl of our era. Today, BABEYOND carries forward this “Showgirl spirit” into a modern interpretation. We do not simply replicate the splendor of the 1920s; we translate Erté’s artistic vision and Taylor’s narrative depth into designs that belong in everyday life. Each gown, shawl, and accessory embodies the era’s opulent lines and exquisite details, while modern cuts and materials ensure women shine on stage yet remain confident and effortless in daily life. The showgirl is not merely seen; she is remembered, admired, and transformed into a living work of art.