From Country Sweetheart to Glamour Icon: Taylor Swift Stuns at the Brit Awards

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No, she did not pull an Angelina, nor did she do a Jennifer. Still, we can undoubtedly say that Taylor Swift is officially veering away from her usual prim and proper persona.

Eschewing her signature red lipstick, Taylor Swift opted for neutral makeup highlighted by smoky eyesEschewing her signature red lipstick, Taylor Swift opted for neutral makeup highlighted by smoky eyes (Credit: Lia Toby / Daniel Deme / WENN)

Making her arrival at the 2013 Brit Awards yesterday, the country cutie went extra daring by choosing to wear a black dress with front mesh panels that exposed her long legs.

Taylor Swift attended the 2013 Brit Awards wearing a striking Elie Saab Pre-Fall 2013 gown that deviated from her typical style of embellished dressesTaylor Swift attended the 2013 Brit Awards wearing a striking Elie Saab Pre-Fall 2013 gown that deviated from her typical style of embellished dresses (Credit: Lia Toby / Daniel Deme / WENN)

The dress also featured a sheer back detail that was quite sexy. Gold accessories and a pair of gold-detailed Giuseppe Zanotti heels finished her very grown-up look.

Taylor Swift's black sleeveless gown featured sheer panels on the shoulders and skirt, elegantly accented with a gold belt for a subtle touch of glamourTaylor Swift’s black sleeveless gown featured sheer panels on the shoulders and skirt, elegantly accented with a gold belt for a subtle touch of glamour (Credit: Lia Toby / Daniel Deme / WENN)

How do you like the “new” Taylor? We certainly did not expect her to wear such an outfit. Did you? Do you think she looks better as a golden girl or a “black swan”?

Seriously though, we think she looked stunning. True, there was none of the beaded lace and champagne-colored gowns she would usually go for, but the sleek style of the dress and her oh-so memorable leggy stunt was refreshing for a change. Besides, even in such a dress, she still looked wholesome, would you agree?

Taylor Swift showcasing a sleek and smoldering appearance at the 2013 Brit AwardsTaylor Swift showcasing a sleek and smoldering appearance at the 2013 Brit Awards at the O2 Arena in London on February 20, 2013 (Credit: Lia Toby / Daniel Deme / WENN)

Taylor’s dress is from the Elie Saab Pre-Fall 2013 collection. Yep, Elie Saab, minus the lace, beads, and sequins. It’s a straightforward and very modern design.