Katy Perry left audiences speechless when she appeared nearly nude at the Vogue World: Paris runway event over the weekend.
The annual runway show, held on Sunday, June 23, at Place Vendôme, also showcased other high-profile guests like Venus and Serena Williams, along with singers Ciara and FKA twigs.
Models Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner added to the spectacle, making an entrance on horseback.
Perry made a daring impression with her unexpected appearance, wearing an archival Noir Kei Ninomiya dress that revealed plenty of skin. The 39-year-old “Firework” singer confidently strode through the entrance and down the Parisian runway, with her outfit’s geometric shapes and tulle floral details catching the spotlight.
“Introducing @katyperry wearing geometric archival Noir Kei Ninomiya during her surprise appearance on the #VogueWorld Paris runway, immediately electrifying the Place Vendôme,” Vogue shared on Instagram.
Fans reacted with overwhelming enthusiasm, with many crowning her a queen and exclaiming, “Now this is a walk!”
One fan remarked, “Katy Perry’s ability to pull off so many things is my favorite part.”
Another playfully noted, “Kinda giving Hunger Games,” while another agreed, adding: “and I’m drooling.”
A third fan encapsulated the sentiment: “Love it. What a force.”
However, not everyone was equally impressed. Some found the dress “weird,” with one Instagram user commenting, “What is wrong with her ? ….getting weird day by day!”
Another wrote, “Remember when women wore clothes and had talent, now they wear no clothes to hide the fact they have no talent.”
A third person shared their disappointment, saying, “I can’t believe we’ve witnessed talent like Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, Helena Christensen, Gisele Bundchin, Linda Evangelista, Yasmeen Ghauri only to downgrade to pop stars like Katy Perry or reality stars like Kendall to walk on runways. So sad.”
Adding to the star power of Vogue World 2024, tennis icons Venus and Serena Williams infused the event with their unique mix of athleticism and style.
Venus, dressed in a custom Marine Serre outfit crafted from repurposed tennis bags, reflected on her evolving relationship with fashion. “I’ve always had a love for fashion and throughout my tennis career, that affinity grew even more,” she told Vogue.
She highlighted how style impacts her game, explaining, “I truly believe that in order to perform your best, you need to feel your best; before a match, I always think about how I’ll feel in the clothes I wear, how I’ll move in them, how they’ll support me, et cetera. What you wear is so important in tennis.”
Serena and Venus Williams honored their athletic roots while making a striking fashion statement at the Parisian plaza.
The event seamlessly blended high fashion with star power, with Katy Perry captivating the audience through her daring and stunning appearance, setting the tone for an unforgettable night.
