Taylor Swift’s wedding to Travis Kelce is quickly approaching, and with the pop superstar’s famously large circle of friends, speculation is rife about who will stand by her side as she ties the knot. The couple announced their engagement in August 2025, with a source telling Us Weekly in October 2025 that they envision a short engagement, aiming for a summer 2026 wedding. This timeline suggests that Swift may already be considering her bridal party.
Recent sightings have only intensified fan theories. In early November 2025, Swift was seen dining separately with close friends Gigi Hadid, Ashley Avignone, and Sabrina Carpenter. These gatherings immediately sparked online discussion, with one user on X noting, "All these dinners with her friends… it’s like she’s assembling her bridesmaids." The speculation highlights the depth of Swift’s friendships and the public’s eagerness to see which familiar faces will join her on her big day.
Among the prominent candidates for a bridesmaid role is Ashley Avignone, a stylist who has been a friend of Swift’s for years. Their connection was reportedly made through mutual friend Emma Stone. Avignone has often been seen supporting Swift at Kansas City Chiefs games. The two friends were spotted having dinner in New York City on November 1, 2025.
Gigi Hadid is another long-standing friend often seen with Swift. Their friendship dates back to at least 2014, with early photographs capturing them together at Vanity Fair’s Oscar after-party. When Hadid welcomed her daughter in 2020, Swift famously knitted a baby blanket for her, a testament to their close bond. Swift and Hadid were seen leaving Zero Bond in New York City together on November 3, 2025.
Sabrina Carpenter, who was a fan of Swift before they met backstage at a show in 2017, has also become a close confidante. Carpenter joined Swift on her Eras tour throughout 2023 and 2024, cementing their friendship. "I feel so lucky to witness the magic that is you and this tour," Carpenter wrote on Instagram in March 2024, expressing her deep affection for Swift. "There is truly no one like you and there never will be. I love you with all my heart and will cherish this Taybrina era (and all the eras) till the end of time." Swift and Carpenter were seen dining together at the Corner Store restaurant in New York City on November 7, 2025.
Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 07: Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter are seen on November 07, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Aeon/GC Images)
Selena Gomez and Swift have maintained a strong friendship since 2008, initially connecting through their relationships with Nick and Joe Jonas. Their bond remains steadfast, as evidenced by Swift’s participation in Gomez’s wedding to Benny Blanco in September 2025. Swift reportedly delivered a heartfelt speech at the ceremony, celebrating their enduring friendship and Gomez’s love for Blanco. She later recounted the emotional moment on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in October 2025, stating, "I got to see her being the most elegant, beautiful — not just as a bride, but just — vision I’ve ever seen in my life. I’ve never seen anything as beautiful as her on her wedding day."
Beyond these well-known figures, other integral friends could round out the bridal party. Abigail Anderson, Swift’s best friend from high school, famously inspired her 2008 hit “Fifteen.” Swift served as a bridesmaid in Anderson’s first wedding to photographer Matt Lucier in 2017. Though Anderson’s marriage ended in 2021, her deep, personal history with Swift makes her a likely choice.
Cara Delevingne, who met Swift at the 2013 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and later appeared in her “Bad Blood” music video, has also shared significant moments with the singer. In 2024, Delevingne spoke about the "wild journey" they shared when Swift offered her temporary refuge after a difficult breakup. Delevingne told Nikki Glaser during an Interview magazine chat that Swift "took such good care of me."
Zoë Kravitz and Swift’s friendship spans back to at least 2016. The two even quarantined together during the COVID-19 pandemic, showcasing their comfort and closeness. Swift has openly praised Kravitz, telling GQ in 2022, “Zoë’s sense of identity is what makes her such a fascinating artist and an incredible friend. She has an extremely honest internal compass, and the result is art and life without compromising who she is.” These long-standing, supportive friendships indicate Swift will have a powerful roster of women by her side.