In what can only be described as the crossover event of the century, NFL star Travis Kelce, 34, led his squad (aka his pop sensation girlfriend, Taylor Swift, also 34) on a post-pizza adventure through the mean streets of Brooklyn on Friday night. And by “mean streets,” we mean hipster haven, where everyone pretends they donβt care, but theyβre totally taking notes on Kelceβs outfit.
Emerging from Lucali, arguably one of New York’s most exclusive pizza joints (because regular pizza just isnβt enough for these two), Travis waved to the crowd like he was running a victory lapβexcept, instead of dodging tackles, he was avoiding stepping on loose sidewalk gum. Ever the gentleman, he held onto Taylorβs hand, because, you know, love and New York sidewalks both need a steady grip.
Now letβs talk fashion, because if you thought football players only rocked jerseys, think again. Kelce was serving us “fashion-forward linebacker” vibes in his striped pants, a cream sweater vest that screamed, “I can bench press you and explain art to you,” and tennis shoesβperfect for sprinting to catch the subway… or a paparazzi-free escape. Topping off his look was a βNew York, New Yorkβ baseball cap, a bold reminder in case anyone forgot where they were.
Taylor, on the other hand, stepped straight out of a fashion catalog for world-dominating pop stars. She sported black shorts that might have been small but were mighty, a sheer top for dramatic flair, and a black blazerβbecause nothing says “Iβm casually eating pizza” like power-dressing for a boardroom meeting. She sealed the deal with knee-high boots and a matching bag, prepared for whatever the nightβor gravityβthrew at her.
But this wasnβt just a pizza-fueled date night. The previous evening, Taylor had taken a break from crafting her next billion-dollar album to cheer on her man at the Kansas City Chiefs’ season opener. With the energy of a sold-out stadium concert, she watched as Travis and his Chiefs defeated the Baltimore Ravens, 27-20. Arrowhead Stadium mightβve been the location, but letβs be realβTaylor was the real MVP of the night.
Pizza was consumed, hands were held, and somewhere, a touchdown dance was performed in striped pants. Stay tuned for the next chapter of this unlikely yet somehow perfect rom-com, now playing in an NFL stadium near you!