Taylor Swift made a poignant fashion statement during her recent recording studio visit, donning a sentimental piece of jewelry carrying a quote from the late sports legend Kobe Bryant. The “Lavender Haze” singer, aged 34, paired her casual athleisure ensemble with a necklace from Vanessa Bryant’s 2022 capsule jewelry collection, Mambacita x ZC jewelry, a collaboration with Zoë Chicco Fine Jewelry.
The necklace featured a gold circular pendant intricately engraved with the empowering words, “Bet on yourself,” accompanied by Kobe’s full name beneath the quote. The motivational inscription was accentuated by a circle of diamonds, adding an elegant touch to the piece.
While the pendant is no longer available online, as Vanessa’s collection was exclusively accessible to the public for a month after its release, Swift’s ensemble also included the Men’s Adidas Graphics Animal Polar Fleece Jacket, retailing for $120.
Vanessa Bryant, aged 41, had announced the limited capsule collection on Instagram in 2022, emphasizing that 100% of the proceeds would benefit the Mamba and Mambacita Foundation. The foundation is dedicated to creating positive impacts for underserved athletes, boys, and girls in sports.
Swift’s choice of jewelry pays homage to Kobe Bryant, a close friend who had joined her on stage at The Staples Center in Los Angeles during her 1989 World Tour in 2015. Kobe and his daughter Gianna Maria-Onore tragically passed away in 2020 at the ages of 41 and 13.
This isn’t the first time Swift has honored Kobe’s memory. During her Eras tour stop at SoFi Stadium in L.A. in August, she took a heartfelt moment to embrace Vanessa and Kobe’s daughter Bianka, 7. The touching interaction was documented on Instagram, with Vanessa expressing her love and gratitude towards Taylor Swift. Swift’s gesture of remembrance extends beyond her music, emphasizing the enduring impact of her friendship with Kobe Bryant and his family.
