Often dubbed the ‘royal wedding of America’, the upcoming nuptials of pop queen Taylor Swift and NFL legend Travis Kelce has fans from both ends of the field in dizzying celebrations with unbridled enthusiasm. The question on everybody’s minds right now: Who is Taylor Swift picking to join her squad of bridesmaids? We’ve got some ideas.

Since Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce first announced their engagement on Instagram this past August, the internet has been rife with speculations surrounding the upcoming event. From the dress she’ll wear to the venue she could book, Swifties have homed in the case. The excitement is bristling like electric in the air, with news of the wedding palpable in the undercurrents of pop culture in 2025.

In interviews and public appearances, Swift and Kelce have coyly deflected questions about their upcoming nuptials. According to US Weekly, the couple are looking to marry in Rhode Island in the summer of 2026 — a sparkling forever summer that will live on in Swiftian history. Recent reports have also emerged since, with multiple sources claiming to Page Six that the couple plan on tying the knot at Rhode Island’s Ocean House on June 13, 2026.

Beyond these little nugget of information, details surrounding the most hyped event of the century have been guarded like a secret vault track. But that hasn’t stopped Swifties from embarking in a frenzy of speculation. Most notably: Which of her girlfriends are set to join her bridal party?

Swift is well-known to maintain close personal friendships with a close-knit girl group, popularly known as her ‘squad’. Notably, this squad has been known to include, over the years, massively popular celebrities like Selena Gomez, Blake Lively, Gigi Hadid, Sophie Turner, Sabrina Carpenter, and Ice Spice among others. And while it’s probably unreasonable for fans to expect Swift’s bridal party to read like a revival of the “Bad Blood” music video, a Swiftie can hope.

Taylor Swift sparks bridesmaids rumours with trio of high-profile dinners

In the first week of November, Swift sparked rumours online when she was spotted enjoying private one-on-one dinners with three of her close friends in New York City. On November 1, Swift was seen out and about with stylist and friend Ashley Avignone; this occasion was rapidly followed by dinner with supermodel Gigi Hadid on November 3, and an outing with “The Life of a Showgirl” collaborator, Sabrina Carpenter, on November 7.

While it’s not uncommon for Swift to be seen out and about with her high-profile squad, the timing of these outings have quickly become fodder for tinfoil hat Swifties. The hypothesis: That Swift is working on building her bridal party. Notably, fans believe that Swift is ‘proposing’ to her friends at these ‘Bridesmaids dinners’, asking them to join her on her special day. For the uninitiated, these dinners are where brides ask their closest friends to become their bridesmaids, usually with a small token gift.

While neither Avignone, Hadid, nor Carpenter have confirmed nor denied their involvement in Swift’s upcoming nuptials, reports have since emerged to fill in the blanks. Speaking to The Sun, an unnamed source has shared that Swift asked Hadid to be a bridesmaid, leaving the supermodel “thrilled” as she had not been expecting it.

The source went on to add, “Taylor wants to start the wedding process this way — building her bridesmaid group and getting everyone involved in the preparations, celebrations, and planning. She wants it to be fun and memorable for everyone, with parties, trips, and time spent together leading up to the big day.”

Whether the trio will end up a part of Swift’s bridal party remains to be seen. However, the songstress, whose impact on the music and entertainment industry is certain to transcend generations, will certainly have no problem finding people to walk down the aisle with her. In the meantime, here are all the squad members we think could become bridesmaids at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding.

Who could become bridesmaids at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding?

Abigail Anderson Berard

Swift’s best friend from her formative teenage years, Abigail, who is the chief of staff for corporate development at Celero Commerce, is certain to be a part of the bridal party. As one of Swift’s oldest friends who have stood with her through the highs and lows of celebrity, Abigail isn’t just in the running to become a bridesmaid — she’s in the running for the coveted role of maid-of-honour.

Selena Gomez

Newly married to music producer Benny Blanco, Selena Gomez counts herself among Swift’s oldest and most loyal friends. The two have been inseparable since they first met as girlfriends-to-the-Jonas-brothers, while Gomez was dating Nick Jonas, and Swift was dating Joe. While the Jonas Brothers proved to be a mere chapter in the two friends’ lives, their friendship has since evolved to become the stuff of pop culture legends. Swift was a notable presence at Gomez’s wedding, holding a significant role in her bridal party. As she now looks to her own upcoming nuptials, it comes as little surprise that the Only Murders in the Building actress will be there with her, every step of the way.

Ashley Avignone

Swift and Avignone first met in 2008, when they were introduced by Avignone’s childhood friend, actress Emma Stone. Since then, the two have become close, with Avignone attending Swift’s recent Eras Tour birthday party hosted by Travis Kelce. With the two meeting for back-to-back dinners on October 31 and November 1, fans have speculated that Avignone will be a part of Swift’s bridal party.

Gigi Hadid

One of the original members of Swift’s squad, supermodel Gigi Hadid first became acquainted with Swift in 2014, when they attended the Vanity Fair Oscar Party and were photographed together. Since then, the two have maintained a strong bond, with Hadid gifting Swift a custom ring from Cece Jewellery featuring an enamel portrait of Swift’s cat, Benjamin Button. Hadid also appeared in Swift’s 2015 music video for “Bad Blood”. According to The Sun, Hadid is slated to become one of Swift’s bridesmaids.

Sabrina Carpenter
This pint-sized singer has long been a fan of Taylor Swift. At age 9, the former Disney star posted a video of herself singing “White Horse” to YouTube and followed it up with a cover of “Picture to Burn” just one year later. Carpenter accompanied Swift on her Eras tour as an opening act for the South American, Australian, Singapore legs, and also joined the starlet on-stage to perform a mash-up of her songs “Please Please Please” and “Espresso”, plus Swift’s “Is It Over Now”.

Since then, the two have become even closer, with Swift engaging Carpenter for the title track of her recent album, The Life of a Showgirl. Swift and Carpenter were also seen together in November, fuelling speculations that Carpenter was asked to be a part of Swift’s bridal party.

Gracie Abrams

Swift and Abrams have been friends since December 2021, with Swift reportedly inviting the young singer to a birthday party where they met. Abrams later opened for Swift’s Eras tour, and the two have since collaborated on Abrams’ song, “Us”. They have also famously put out kitchen fires together, making for a lifetime of friendship and laughter.

Blake Lively

Is Blake Lively “CANCELLED!” and is she still friends with Taylor Swift? This remains to be seen, but the facts are these: The two first met in 2015, after sharing a social media exchange about the music video for “Bad Blood”. They later rendezvoused at the Warner Bros. Movie World theme park in Australia, and over the years, became publicly inseparable through Swift’s ups and downs — notably the Kanye-Kardashian years and the highly-charged Reputation era.

Following Lively’s legal troubles surrounding Justin Baldoni’s stewardship on the set of It Ends With Us, the two have kept their distance publicly, with fans speculating they had ‘broken up’ for good. However, it bears noting that Swift is godmother to Lively’s children. Additionally, Lively has stood by Swift through thick and thin, prompting a callback in Swift’s song, “Cancelled!”, which many believe is a song about their relationship.

Sophie Turner

Swift and Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner’s friendship blossomed in the wake of the latter’s highly publicised split from Swift’s ex, Joe Jonas. In an interview with British Vogue, Turner described Swift as “a real lifeline”, sharing that the singer had really showed up for her in that difficult period. The actress remarked that Swift offered her both refuge and solidarity when she needed it most, cementing their bond beyond the usual celebrity camaraderie. With that kind of loyalty, it’s easy to imagine Turner standing proudly by Swift’s side as she walks down the aisle.

Brittany Mahomes

As the wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, Brittany Mahomes has become a fixture in Swift’s new NFL-adjacent circle. Despite online controversies and speculation about their friendship, Swift has stood firmly by Mahomes, appearing with her at games and social events. Their bond has grown stronger under the spotlight, and Brittany’s presence in the bridal party would be a testament to Swift’s commitment to her new community and the friendships she has forged there.

Kylie Kelce
Family ties are everything, and as Swift prepares to start a new chapter, she’s also set to become sisters-in-law with Kylie Kelce, wife of Travis’ brother Jason. Kylie has long been a beloved figure in the NFL world, known for her warmth, humour, and grounded presence. Including her in the bridal party would not only symbolise Swift’s embrace of her new family but also highlight the merging of two dynasties — pop royalty and football royalty — in what fans are calling America’s royal wedding.

Which other celebrities do you think could be bridesmaids at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding?