Artist LOLABOLA reveals the design inspiration behind her viral Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift jacket
"Hold onto the baby, hold onto the baby!" That was what Travis Kelce kept repeating to himself when he was onstage with the singer on the third show at Wembley Stadium last month. And that one moment also created one of the most iconic photos of all time. So with that, one artist on TikTok […]
"Hold onto the baby, hold onto the baby!"
That was what Travis Kelce kept repeating to himself when he was onstage with the singer on the third show at Wembley Stadium last month.
And that one moment also created one of the most iconic photos of all time. So with that, one artist on TikTok decided to take this photo and paint it on the back of a jacket. Plus, the artist even made the whole (thing) shimmer!
In an exclusive conversation with A to Z Sports, LOLABOLA, the person behind this viral jacket, spoke about her inspiration and what inspired her to make this.
"Taylor Swift has been a soundtrack to my life for 18 years," she said. "Her ability to blend storytelling with music is something I've always admired. The connection between Taylor and Travis reminds me of those classic, heartwarming romance movies—a genuine, enduring spark.
"And what better way to celebrate that spark, than with 20,000 Swarovski and glass sparkling crystals, individually applied by hand."
Swift creates her art using lyrics. LOLABOLA on the other hand, does it with a paint brush and A LOT of crystals. But the one thing they both have in common is their passion.
"Just like Taylor expresses herself through songwriting, this jacket is my way of celebrating these themes—artistry, romance, and personal expression in a way that doesn’t take itself too seriously," LOLABOLA said. "It’s all about infusing everyday fashion with a bit of magic. It's about creating something which truly captures a moment in time, in a way which speaks volumes about individuality and style, reflecting both my journey as an artist and my admiration for timeless romance, and all things Swift."
This "timeless romance" is truly displayed in Swift's recent album The Tortured Poets Department. She dedicated two songs to the tight end, one of which is titled 'So High School.' There, she talks about how this whirlwind romance that the two embarked on just about a year ago feels like a high-school-sweetheart story.
One year ago, Kelce was sitting at Arrowhead watching Swift perform. Now, he's up on the stage with her.
"Taylor and Travis began with a bracelet and a dream," LOLABOLA explained. "As an artist with a vision and dreams of my own, could I transition from silly little TikTok videos to my wearable art gracing Taylor Swift in a year, just as he progressed from rejection to the ERAS stage? The possibilities feel limitless, and I'm ready to embrace the journey ahead with fearless optimism and determination to fulfill my wildest dreams.
"I’d love nothing more than to deliver this piece of artwork to Taylor, or to create something bejeweled just for her."
Hopefully one day, she will be able to.
LOLABOLA describes herself as "an artist specializing in wearable art."
"Crafting this jacket was all about merging creativity with functionality," she added. "It's a piece that not only makes a statement but also tells a unique story through its design and craftsmanship."
The piece is being shown throughout numerous videos on TikTok. To see them all, check out @lolaboladesigns.
