A Dark + Poetic Taylor Swift TTPD Inspired Wedding Photoshoot

woman in a poofy black wedding dress and vintage inspired lace gloves drinking a glass of wine in a Taylor Swift TTPD inspired photoshoot

Calling all tortured poets! If you’re currently in your TTPD era (aren’t we all?), then prepare to fall in love with this dark and moody wedding photoshoot inspired by Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department!

Dreamed up by fellow Swiftie and wedding planner Melissa Close from Melissa Alison Events, this editorial is a romantic take on Taylor Swift’s most recent album. “Our aesthetic was based in moody, romantic, rich tones, with a modern twist on Victorian vintage era elements,” says Melissa.

The team also used Taylor and Post Malone’s “Fortnight” music video as inspo for this TTPD photoshoot, with Amber from Onyx and Amber Photography and Jessah from Jessah Blessah Films bringing the dark romance to life.

So queue up your favorite TTPD songs, break out your friendship bracelets, and let’s get into the photos!

wedding invitation suite for a Tortured Poets Department photoshoot, adorned with pearls, red roses, and red cherries

Simple and elegant, these handmade wedding invitations from Kenzie May Co look straight out of the Tortured Poets Department. We especially love the typewriter-inspired font and dreamy pearl details!

rings sitting inside a gray velvet ring box placed on a vintage inspired silver tray strewn with a pearl necklace and roses with a glass of red wine in the background

hands in vintage inspired black lace gloves typing on a typewriter for a TTPD photoshoot

Speaking of typewriters, it wouldn’t be a TTPD inspired photoshoot without one.

lyrics from a Taylor Swift Tortured Poets Department song being typed out on a black typewriter

Vows inspired by Taylor Swift lyrics? Ummmm, yes please!

We’ve rounded up the best lyrics from every album for you to use as inspiration — and also check out our guide for writing your wedding vows. Because all’s fair in love and poetry, amiright?!

A Dreamy TTPD Inspired Photoshoot Look

woman in a mini length black halter style tulle gown inspired by the Tortured Poets Department album by Taylor Swift

Can we get a round of applause?? This bride is stealing the show in a black tulle wedding gown, which she designed and made herself. Swoon!

Want to rock a similar look on your big day? Check out our favorite black wedding gowns here.

woman in black lace gloves inspired by the Tortured Poets Department album by Taylor Swift

Two words: THOSE GLOVES. A must-have for any photoshoot inspired by The Tortured Poets Department.

a hand in black lace gloves holding a coupe style glass of wine with a black bow tied around its stem inspired by the song Clara Bow on the Taylor Swift TTPD album

Wedding gloves are one of our favorite bridal fashion trends for 2024, and these black lace beauties bring ALL the drama. Elevate your wedding look with this similar pair!

close up photo of a woman's hand wearing a black lace vintage inspired glove with a red stone engagement ring in a TTPD photoshoot

Complete with pearl earrings and ruby rings from Alberta Diamond Exchange, it’s the definition of vintage romance.

TTPD photoshoot with a woman in a black tulle dress holding a moody red bouquet of flowers

Wildflower Artistry nailed that Taylor Swift-inspired red lip for the bride’s makeup look in this TTPD photoshoot. Snag this red lipstick (Taylor’s fave shade) to recreate the look yourself!

The romantic red color scheme continues with this whimsical bouquet from Hue Florals. It adds the perfect pop of color…and a subtle nod to our other favorite Taylor Swift album: Red. 🥀

TTPD photoshoot where a woman in a black tulle dress is throwing sheets of paper into the air

woman with an elaborate floral tattoo on her back

Any short-hair Swifties out there? Check out these short wedding hairstyles for your wedding day glam!

The Poetic Reception (Taylor’s Version)

moody red and black Taylor Swift Tortured Poets Department wedding photoshoot with a woman wearing a black tulle dress and standing by a table with moody hanging florals

An inside look at this wow-worthy decor: “Deep reds, grey, black, and white set the scene for our shoot at the Gallery Studios in Calgary,” says Melissa. It’s dark. It’s moody. And it’s oh-so elegant. Perfect for a couple of tortured poets!

a tablescape with moody black and red hanging florals for a Taylor Swift TTPD inspired wedding photoshoot

Shout out to Modern Rentals for this striking table design. We love the way it mixes modern and vintage pieces to create a dream-like look…so very on-theme for a Tortured Poets Department photoshoot.

moody red and black Taylor Swift Tortured Poets Department wedding photoshoot with a woman wearing a black tulle dress and sitting at a table with moody hanging florals

woman in a poofy black tulle dress with vintage lace black gloves and red lipstick drinking a glass of wine in a TTPD inspired photoshoot

No TTPD photoshoot would be complete without some serious Victorian gothic vibes. We’re especially digging those ornate champagne coupes for an extra vintage touch. Cheers to that!

close up of a red floral arrangement with pearl necklaces strewn in the background

a black and red asymmetrical floral arrangement with black candlesticks protruding from it

Hello, drama! A hanging flower arrangement is such a whimsical and unexpected centerpiece for your reception tables. Add extra drama and height with these black tapered candles!

a black and red asymmetrical floral arrangement with black candlesticks protruding from it on a tablescape for a Taylor Swift TTPD inspired wedding photoshoot

menu with a cherry on top of it for a Taylor Swift TTPD wedding photoshoot

The cherry on top of this gorgeous TTPD photoshoot tablescape setup! 🍒

a wine glass with a black bow tied around it with the name Taylor written on it for a Tortured Poets Department wedding photoshoot

Romantic (Clara) bows on the wine glasses double as unique seating assignments, with gorgeous calligraphy from Letter Pretty…the real cherry on top of this TTPD photoshoot. Dazzling!!

Looking for more unique seating chart ideas? We’ve got you covered.

I Love You…It’s Ruining My Life: A Dreamy Cake For Tortured Poets

three tier Tortured Poets Department photoshoot wedding cake with gray bows referencing Clara Bow and writing on the top tier that says "I love you...it's ruining my life" referencing the song Fortnight on Taylor Swift's TTPD album

We’ve seen a ton of wedding cakes in our day, but this one from Bake My Day definitely takes the, ahem, cake. We love the lyrical reference to one of our favorite TTPD songs: Fornight.

More bows!

words of poetry on thin sheets of paper placed inside a transparent tier on a wedding cake

Make your cake stand out by adding a transparent layer filled with special mementos or decorations that match your theme. This one features scraps of paper covered in TTPD lyrics — but you could also recreate it with love letters…they truly took this wedding photoshoot to the next level!

woman in a halter style black tulle layered gown for a TTPD photoshoot

Another standing ovation for this show-stopping gown! We love it styled with those black ankle boots — kind of like the iconic boots Taylor wears on the Eras Tour. Get a similar look with these rhinestone booties from Betsey Johnson!

woman in a halter style black tulle layered gown for a TTPD photoshoot sitting next to a silver vintage inspired mirror with words from the Tortured Poets Department Taylor Swift album written on it

TTPD photoshoot image of a silver vintage inspired mirror with words from the Tortured Poets Department Taylor Swift album written on it

Alexa, play “So High School” by Taylor Swift! This hand-lettered mirror is the perfect finishing touch to this dreamy TTPD wedding photoshoot. Because there’s no such thing as too many Taylor Swift Easter eggs, even on your wedding day! Swifties, you already know, babe.

Wedding Vendors

Photography: Onyx and Amber Photography // Venue: The Gallery Studio // Event Design: Melissa Alison Events // Wedding Planner: Melissa Alison Events // Florals: Hue Florals // Wedding Dress: NRT Fashions // Bride's Ring: Alberta Diamond Exchange // Makeup Artist: Wildflower Artistry // Videography: Jessah Blessah Films // Paper Goods: Kenzie May Co // Calligraphy: Letter Pretty // Cake: Bake My Day // Tabletop Rentals: Modern Rentals // Furniture Rentals: Modern Rentals // Linen Rentals: Modern Rentals // Models: Nicole Rita Tomney

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Hannah McKennett: Author

Hannah McKennett is the Features Writer at Green Wedding Shoes, covering fashion, beauty, and wedding trends. A graduate of Emerson College, she brings professional writing experience from the Improper Bostonian magazine and international publication...