6 Times Katy Perry Broke The Internet With Her Revealing Outfits

At this point in her career, pop star Katy Perry is practically an expert at turning heads — whether that be from her entertaining stage presence or daring fashion sense. Indeed, the "Firework" singer knows how to steal the world's attention, but it's not always for the best reasons. Although the California-born artist is known for sporting edgy looks, she has made headlines one too many times by surprising fans with inappropriate off-the-rails outfits and generally odd style choices. These days it seems as if Perry causes a stir whenever she leaves the house due to her latest interest in outfits that barely cover her bits.

In 2024 alone, the mother-of-one has stolen the spotlight with a handful of racy mesh ensembles and spicy cut-out designs. Over the years, her outfits have incited much chatter due to the risqué elements but also because, more often than not, the Hollywood star manages to rock her barely there looks with very little effort and natural confidence. 

Katy Perry stole the show at the Vogue World: Paris event that took place on June 23, 2024. She wore a Noir Kei Ninomiya design, precariously held together by delicate geometric shapes and a 3D floral skirt. This powerhouse outfit — which would have fit right in for the 2024 Met Gala's "Garden of Time" theme — stunned and impressed fans in equal measure. "It's a Woman's World and you're lucky to be living in it. Love you Katy," one fan commented on Vogue's Instagram post.

During the 23rd Annual MuchMusic Video Awards in 2012, the then-27-year-old performed on stage in a lovely butterfly-inspired outfit, complete with colossal wings and fluttery hairpins. However, she opted to remove the wings while returning on stage to accept the International Artist of the Year award, exposing much more than intended (if her uncomfortable expressions are anything to go by). While stepping off the stage, she relied on her trophy to conceal what she could of her backside. Evidently, this outfit was a bit too revealing for 2012 standards.

May 19, 2024, marked the finale episode for the 22nd season of "American Idol." Judge Katy Perry took to the stage in a sparkling tangerine dress to commemorate the end of her run as a judge. Perry looked ethereal in the sheer sequin material, which featured peek-a-boo cutout details and large rose embellishments. Fans raved about her summer-ready outfit on Perry's Instagram post, which she captioned, "[O]range u glad it was a great #idolfinale?"

The popular singer-songwriter earned a few double takes when she styled a red lace-up ensemble at the 2024 Billboard Women in Music Awards. Needless to say, Katy Perry's exposed derrière earned a number of cheeky comments (pun intended). "I love you Katy but this outfit did not need the crack view," one user commented on Perry's Instagram post. As fabulous as this look is, we have to agree that her bare backside and G-string thong was tad excessive.

At the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards in Los Angeles, the "Teenage Dream" artist stepped out in a black see-through dress with teeny-tiny undergarments, red bowties, and slouchy black boots. The sheer trend became less racy in 2024, but Katy Perry must not have gotten the memo while donning this questionable look. To make matters worse, someone should have also informed Perry that her knee-high slouchy boots were an outdated trend by this point, which she could have gone without.

On May 19, 2024, the "Wide Awake" singer was spotted at the "American Idol" after party in celebration of the season 22 finale. Katy Perry stood out in a sheer skirt and structured corset ensemble while stepping out with her partner Orlando Bloom. The beige-gold outfit featured gold mesh fabric, sequin embroidery, and a thigh-high slit, which looked stunning.