Lots of us may be in the middle of planning for Halloween but for Swifties, a more exciting milestone is up first: the release of Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl. Especially since there’s less than a week until the album drops.
And no matter if you’re gearing up for Taylor’s newest era by heading to the movies for her release party film or clearing your calendar to listen right when the album comes out October 3 at midnight ET, you’ll want to have all your bases covered. From finding a go-to spot to settle into solo or with Swift-obsessed friends to let the lyrics sink in, to having plenty of snacks to munch on while you listen along.
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Luckily, one popular dessert brand just made stocking up on The Life of a Showgirl treats effortless. Inspired by the new album, sweets company Baked by Melissa just released the perfect on-theme cupcakes. And they’re a total no-brainer to bring to any album listening sessions.
Any Swiftie will instantly recognize the iconic colors—teal and orange—of these cupcakes set to kick off Taylor’s new era. Plus, as the sweet treats brand writes, a box of these will “add a little shimmer to your listening party.”
Perfectly matched to the album’s track list (12 cupcakes for 12 songs), each pack features a mix of teal and orange cupcakes. The teal is a teal vanilla cake and icing topped with white chocolate gold sugar crystal brittle. And the orange is a similar orange vanilla cake and icing with the same white chocolate topping.
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Each cupcake is easy to snack on since it’s bite sized, and Baked by Melissa says they’re perfect for sharing with your besties as you bop along to every song. Fans in the New York City area can pick up these cupcakes in stores (while supplies last) for $19, and Swifties across the country can order a bundle of two online for $38.
One fan raved they love these Showgirl-themed cupcakes: “Not only do they taste amazing, they are so cute and I love the shimmery topping!! It’s the perfect pack to celebrate the new Showgirl era!”.
Ahead of the album release, fans have also had the chance to snag album-themed merch like a glitzy cardigan and shimmery new vinyls. So whether you want to cozy up with an on-theme cardigan or indulge in cupcakes that completely channel The Life of a Showgirl vibe, grab all of your must-have listening essentials before Friday’s album release!
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