We get that following the theme is crucial at the Met Gala, but we think Katy Perry took it a little too far on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the 2017 event.
Katy Perry embodies fiery elegance in a custom Maison Margiela Couture gown at the 2017 Met Gala (Credit: WENN)
She was joined by Priyanka Chopra, Kendall Jenner, Zendaya, Madonna, Bella Hadid, and Rihanna.
The “I Kissed a Girl” singer went way overboard in a Maison Margiela “Artisanal” piece designed by John Galliano. The gown drowned Katy’s body — and face — in swathes of red tulle, wool, and gems.
Katy Perry dazzles with a unique headpiece featuring intricate metal swirls and mirrored accents at the Met Gala 2017 (Credit: WENN)
As if her look wasn’t costume-y enough, Katy topped it off with a metal headpiece with spiral antennae, a chrome metal back plate and two side mirrors. The pop singer looked like she was ready to make contact with another galaxy.
Katy Perry’s outfit was a bold veiled design that aimed to embody the spectacle and drama the Met Gala is famed for (Credit: WENN)
As for the word “witness” embroidered on her veil? It was supposed to be the title of her new album, which Katy dared to advertise on the Met Ball red carpet. Talk about being so extra.
Katy Perry’s ensemble for the Met Gala 2017: A bold veiled design, capturing the spectacle and drama the event is famed for, while subtly promoting her upcoming album ‘Witness’ (Credit: WENN)
In addition to her striking outfit, Perry embraced Kawakubo’s aesthetic with detailed nail art, incorporating evil eyes and jewels, and accessorized with statement diamond rings from Lorraine Schwartz.
An up-close look at Katy Perry’s statement headpiece adorned with swirled metal and compact mirrors, encapsulating the Met Gala’s spirit of artistic and bold fashion statements (Credit: WENN)
Arriving in style, Katy Perry embraces the Met Gala’s celebration of avant-garde fashion with her elaborate Maison Margiela Couture gown, detailed nail art, and statement Lorraine Schwartz jewelry at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City on May 1, 2017 (Credit: Patricia Schlein / WENN)
But we’re not done yet. Katy opted to wear the controversial Maison Margiela ‘Tabi’ boots with her already over-the-top ensemble. The shoes, which feature hoof-like toes, are one of the most polarizing pairs we’ve ever featured.
Katy Perry’s controversial choice: Maison Margiela ‘Tabi’ boots, featuring the signature split-toe design, add a polarizing touch to her already standout Met Gala 2017 outfit (Credit: Patricia Schlein / WENN)
Love or hate them, the Maison Margiela ‘Tabi’ boots are still being sold with the style unchanged since they were first introduced four years ago.
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