Katy Perry is not only known for her musical talent, but also for her unique and bold fashion style. From the red carpet to the stage, she has become the focus of the fashion world every time she appears. Her looks are always full of drama and creativity, integrating bright colors, unique cuts and bold accessories. Whether wearing a sparkling dress or an exaggerated stage outfit, Katy Perry always impresses people with her unique style and fearless attitude. Her fashion choices are not just for attention, but also part of her personality and artistic expression, becoming an important part of her iconic image.
1. 2009 VMA Awards Ceremony
Katy Perry wore a chainmail mini dress with a corset and rivet skirt at the 2009 Video Music Awards. The tube top design and tight silhouette of the dress highlighted her figure. Like many fashion stars, the singer, who was 25 years old at the time, also had a special liking for rivets. The silver sequins on the dress added a sparkling style to her, making her dazzling on the red carpet.
Katy Perry knows how to highlight the features of her clothes. She chose a pair of shiny silver high heels, which complemented the silver sequin dress. Her silver nails and simple earrings perfectly complemented the overall look.
Her hairstyle is simple and natural, with slightly curly long straight hair casually draped over her shoulders, adding a touch of softness. Barbie pink lip makeup and fresh base makeup make her look more fresh and moving. Thick black eyeliner with silver and gray gradient eyeshadow makes her eyes look deeper and more charming.
2. 2010 Vanity Fair Oscars After-Party
This fashion star has a special liking for tube top dresses. Similar to the look at the 2009 VMA Awards, Katy Perry also chose a tube top long dress at the 2010 Vanity Fair Oscars After-Party. This red and beige dress designed by Zuhair Murad is eye-catching for its unique zigzag pattern and bold color combination. The red stripes of the dress are made of sequins, which reflect charmingly in the light. The cut of the red sequin dress fits her figure, and the mermaid silhouette perfectly highlights her curves.
Her hairstyle is natural, slightly curly long hair, and the black hair color sets off her face. The natural base makeup with slight smoky eyes and nude lips makes her look more elegant. Her hazel eyes are particularly charming under the makeup. Her accessories are also very simple, including a pair of delicate earrings and a red sequin clutch, which complements the overall look.
3.2010 MTV Movie Awards
Before taking the stage to sing "California Gurls", Katy Perry was photographed by reporters on the red carpet in a transparent sequin mini dress designed by Zuhair Murad. The dress was almost completely transparent, with only some sequins covering key parts, giving it a bold yet elegant feel.
To complete the fashion look, Katy Perry wore a bright blue wavy wig. Neon yellow nails and gray high heels added highlights to her red carpet look. Her eyes were still charming, and her detailed eyebrows and thick false eyelashes made her eyes stand out more. She chose a natural nude lip makeup to balance the overall makeup.
4.2015 Super Bowl Halftime Show Performance
In the 2015 Super Bowl Halftime Show Performance, Katy Perry showed off four stunning outfits, each of which echoed her hit songs.
After a short opening special effect, Katy Perry rode a giant puppet lion onto the "Roar" stage. She wore a red, orange and gold two-piece designed by Jeremy Scott, decorated with 3D flames on the shoulders and hem, full of visual impact. Her red lips and red nails matched the outfit perfectly, showing her powerful energy. The custom LaDuca boots on her feet were studded with 12,600 Swarovski crystals, sparkling. Her hair was tied into a signature high ponytail, which was both stylish and easy to move during the performance.
For the second song, she changed into a beach ball patterned bra and skirt, paired with a retro polka dot bikini as her dancers. The outfit was full of summer joy and energy. For the third song, she wore a crystal-covered football-style dress with the number 49 (representing the 49th Super Bowl) and her name printed on the back, showing her personality. For the last song, she donned a silver Moschino gown covered with 3D stars, a large star-shaped cutout at the waist, and a high slit design, which was both elegant and dramatic. 20-carat Lorraine Schwartz diamond earrings added a sense of luxury.
5.2016 Met Gala
At the 2016 Met Gala, Katy Perry made a stunning appearance in a black, midnight blue and emerald velvet gown designed by Prada. The gothic gown was open at the back and decorated with gold enamel patchwork embroidery, showing a futuristic sense of technology.
Her makeup was very unique, especially the bleached eyebrows and dark eye makeup, which created a dramatic effect. Her lips were painted with black lipstick, showing the unique style of gothic makeup.
Katy Perry's accessories were also very eye-catching. She wore a pair of black leather gloves and brought a 90s-style electronic pet Tamagotchi, which added a touch of playfulness to her look.
Her hairstyle was a high bun, matching her overall futuristic technology theme. This look was very bold and avant-garde, perfectly fitting the theme of the Met Gala that year, "Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology".
6. 2017 Vanity Fair Oscar Party
At the 2017 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Katy Perry's look was simple and elegant. She chose a shiny bronze gown designed by Jean Paul Gaultier, which was asymmetrical and high-slit, adding a sexy and dynamic element. The close-fitting cut perfectly showed off her graceful curves, and the shiny material on the surface of the gown reflected different lusters under the light, making the overall look more colorful.
She didn't choose too many decorations, wearing jewelry from Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira, including shiny earrings and a few rings, and a pair of black Jimmy Choo high heels. Oh, and that little clutch. Her makeup was also very simple, with a clear base makeup paired with soft smoky eyes, and nude lipstick to make the overall makeup more natural.
Her hairstyle is a simple blond short hair, neat and modern, with a clean and neat hairstyle that highlights the lines of her face and gives people a refreshing feeling.
7. QVC x FFANY Shoe Sale 2018
Katy Perry stunned in a pink outfit at the 2018 QVC x FFANY Shoe Sale, channeling retro Barbie style. She wore a sequin jumpsuit designed by Galia Lahav that was inspired by the 60s. Not only was the jumpsuit sparkling, but it also had a floor-length skirt for added drama. The bubblegum pink hue made her look like she had stepped out of Barbie's world.
She accessorized with her own brand's Memphis shoes, which have a sculptural rose gold embellished heel and are priced at around $129. The unique heel design combines spherical and square elements for a trendy and edgy look.
Katy Perry accessorized with pink sapphire and peach morganite earrings by Kallati Jewelry, which were beautifully designed and sparkly. She also wore sheer pink chiffon gloves embellished with sequins, further enhancing the retro glamour of the whole look.
Makeup artist Hung Vanngo created a dramatic magenta smoky eye that was intense and charming, highlighting her hazel eyes. Her eyebrows were thick and perfectly shaped, her complexion was silky and flawless, and her lips chose a rose-colored matte lipstick, making the overall makeup look both retro and modern.
Hairstylist Shon Ju gave her a blonde voluminous hairstyle with soft side bangs and embellished it with a pink bow headband, which perfectly echoed her overall look. Inspired by Brigitte Bardot in the 1960s, this hairstyle is both elegant and energetic.
8. Good Morning America 2019
Katy Perry's look on Good Morning America in 2019 was both fashionable and mature. She wore a bright blue Sally LaPointe outfit, including sequin pants, a turtleneck sweater, a faux fur coat and pointed high heels. This outfit not only highlights her fashion sense, but also adds a sense of maturity and tranquility to her.
Her base makeup is natural and fresh, her complexion is clean and moist, and the red lip makeup adds feminine charm to her. The short golden hair is combed into a side-parted big back head, and with the clean makeup, the overall look is more modern.
She wore a pair of large round earrings, adding a touch of retro and modern. The black handbag adds a little contrast to the all-blue look and avoids monotony. A few rings on the fingers also add some extra highlights to the overall look.
9. Louis Vuitton Perfume Dinner 2021
At the Louis Vuitton Perfume Dinner in 2021, Katy Perry wore a striking colorful dress. This dress is from Louis Vuitton and features a shiny chain-like corset and a tulle skirt. The metallic texture of the dress forms a unique contrast with the fluffy tulle skirt, which is both modern and romantic.
Her base makeup is natural and shiny, and the blush on her cheeks makes her complexion look rosy and healthy. Thick eyelashes and light gray eyeshadow make her eyes more charming. Her lip color is a light pink glossy lip gloss, adding a touch of softness.
Her hairstyle is a middle-parted wavy short hair with a light blonde color. The hair presents a natural wave, which looks very modern and youthful, complementing the fashion sense of the overall look.
She also matched black mules and a silver handbag. The small silver handbag is simple in design but full of texture, echoing the dress.
10.2022 CMA Awards
In 2022, Katy Perry attended the red carpet of the Country Music Association Awards in Nashville, Tennessee. She chose a double-layer denim outfit designed by Marques' Almeida. The suit includes an off-the-shoulder denim corset and a pair of loose jeans, which are decorated with an oversized bow at the waist. This outfit is from Marques' Almeida 2023 Spring Ready-to-Wear Collection.
She accessorized with a Mikimoto pearl and diamond choker, a diamond ring and diamond earrings by Rahaminov, and studded pointy-toe heels. Her hair was kept simple, center-parted straight with a slight curl by hairstylist Jesus Guerrero. Makeup artist Michael Anthony gave her a glossy pink lip, a hint of blush, and thick lashes.
11. G'Day USA 2023 Art Gala
Katy Perry chose a very striking gold metallic outfit for the G'Day USA Art Gala in Los Angeles. She wore a gold metallic corset and a matching long skirt with a crushed foil effect. The outfit was from Zimmermann's Spring 2023 ready-to-wear collection.
Her accessories were equally dazzling, wearing Bianca earrings by Anita Ko and a sparkling ring by Rahaminov Diamonds and a spiral cuff bracelet. Her hair was styled by Rick Henry in a stylish updo with a wisp of hair in the front as bangs. For her makeup, she chose pink eyeshadow, bright blush, and matte pink lipstick.
12. Performance at the Coronation of King Charles III in 2023
At the Coronation of King Charles III in 2023, Katy Perry appeared at Windsor Castle and gave a wonderful performance for the newly crowned King Charles and Queen Camilla and the audience. She sang "Roar" and "Firework", igniting the atmosphere with her powerful voice and dynamic stage performance.
She wore a custom gold gown designed by Vivienne Westwood. The gown was made of metallic leather and had a deep V-neck, open back, cape sleeves, detachable long sleeves and a long train. The huge golden angel earrings added a bit of drama to the gorgeous gown.
For her makeup, Katie opted for chiseled cheeks, subtle blush, shimmery eyeshadow, mascara and smooth eyeliner, finishing the look with a bold red lipstick. Her hair was styled in an elegant bun that accentuated her facial features.
