Taylor Swift ‘Eras Tour’ survival kit: Packing tips and tickets

If you’re ever stranded on an island, believe us, you’ll want a hoard of Swifties at your side.

Taylor Swift’s ‘Eras Tour’ concerts are not your regular shows — they’re life-altering events.

Whether it’s collectively setting the record straight about Ticketmaster’s disastrous rollout of presale tickets or helping shake off all the haters, no matter what it is, it’s always totally worth it.

Swift’s coveted ‘Eras Tour’ set often runs a whopping three hours (and that’s without the high-profile opening acts). Most fans, at this point, know how to prepare for a full day of Swifting. With many already sharing their survival tips for the big day.

So, no matter which era you plan on channeling, here are five simple things you should have on hand so that you can have a night straight out of your wildest dreams.

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1. Clear Purse: Whether you’re going dressed in your “Fearless” era or your “Reputation” era, you’re going to want to make your very limited bag selection count towards your look. With venues having strict guidelines around what size and style bag you’re allowed to bring into the venue, it’s best to bring a clear option to cut down line times and avoid any security trouble. Our favorite is this customizable Eras-Inspired clear purse on TikTok. 
2. Handmade Friendship Bracelets: As Taylor instructs, “Make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it.” One unique but fun must-have for your tour date is handmade friendship bracelets. Fans are going viral for exchanging handmade bracelets (that’s right, the kind you’d make as a kid) while at the stadium. Whether you’re waiting in the crazy lines, dancing in your seat, or visiting the bathroom — you’ll want to have your own bracelets on hand to participate in this fandom experience.
3. Red Lipstick: Would it even be a Taylor Swift concert without her iconic red lip? You’re going to want to be burning red while vibing to all your favorite hits, so having red lipstick stowed away in your purse is a must. Here is an affordable and long-lasting option by Taylor’s bestie Selena Gomez Lip Soufflé Matte Cream Lipstick that should have you feeling fearless all night long. 
4. Face and Nail Gems: It’s best to be bejeweled in all your photos from the big night, which is why adding some gems to your purse to wear and share is a great idea. Add a little accent to your eyes or nails with these Eras-inspired sets.
5. Blister Repair: The likelihood is you’ll be on your feet for four to five hours the night of the concert, which means you may fall victim to unbearable blisters. If you fall into foot trouble, you’re going to want bandaids at the ready to ease any discomfort and get back to the main event. Pack your purse with these affordable (and adorable) heart bandages and keep the dancing going all night long. 

You are now officially ready to face the Taylor trenches with your survival tips and tricks in tow. So put on your eras outfit, grab your tickets, and dive headfirst into what will surely be one of your most enchanting nights yet.

If you haven’t gotten your ‘Eras Tour’ tickets yet, don’t worry! We’ve found the best Taylor tickets, still ready to be snatched by fans.

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