Katy Perry’s Red Carpet Transformation: From Elegant Zac Posen to Edgy Giuseppe Zanotti

In 2013, Katy Perry dominated social media as the most-followed person on Twitter, and her presence at the MTV Europe Music Awards that year was equally commanding.

Held on November 10, 2013, at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome, the pop star accepted the Best Female award, but in our book, she also easily won Best Dressed thanks to her refined yet standout fashion choices.

Katy Perry, who would later make history as the first person to reach 100 million Twitter followers, captivated audiences with her elegant look at the 2013 MTV Europe Music Awards (Credit: Lia Toby / WENN)

Among the sea of celebrities in revealing outfits (the most notable being Miley Cyrus, Iggy Azalea, and Ellie Goulding), Katy Perry stood out in a much more demure ensemble.

Katy Perry Radiates Elegance in Sculpted Zac Posen Resort Dress

She was refreshingly stylish in a mint green dress from Zac Posen’s Resort 2014 collection—an American designer celebrated for his glamorous, intricately tailored eveningwear. Known for dressing Hollywood’s elite, Posen brought his signature sculptural elegance to Katy’s look as she posed for photographers at Amsterdam’s Ziggo Dome.

Katy Perry exuded an air of elegance in her minty Zac Posen Resort 2014 dress as she gracefully posed for the photographers at the Ziggo Dome

The singer looked spot on in her fitted dress, featuring sculpted shoulders and a flared back hem. She accessorized with a bejeweled headpiece that made her look all the more flawless!

Katy Perry’s choice of attire was both refined and refreshing at the Ziggo Dome for the 20th MTV Europe Music Awards in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on November 10, 2013

To further the modesty of this look, the “Roar” singer finished her dress with a pair of Charlotte Olympia “Pomeline” sandals in a rosy champagne shade.

Katy Perry is a fan of the British luxury shoe and accessories brand founded by Charlotte Olympia Dellal in 2008. She also wore shoes from the brand when celebrating Red Nose Day in 2011 and attending the 2013 American Music Awards.

Katy Perry paired her dress with Charlotte Olympia “Pomeline” sandals in a delicate, rosy champagne hue

Katy’s shoes feature sheer mesh panels for a feminine touch, open toes to reveal her classic red nails, and thin ankle straps. The heels and platforms measure 5 inches and 1 inch, adding height to her elegant look.

Katy Perry’s rosy champagne Charlotte Olympia “Pomeline” sandals elegantly frame her vibrant red pedicure, with their sheer mesh panels adding a delicate touch

Katy Perry’s Bold Transformation: From Demure Elegance to Daring Glamour

Although she looked very reserved when she arrived, Katy Perry changed into a more provocative ensemble when she accepted her award.

Katy Perry’s hairstyle shifted to a high ponytail, and she opted for a bolder shade of red lipstick, embracing a more provocative image

Katy Perry turned up the heat in a daring long-sleeved fishnet dress by Spanish designer María Escoté, known for her bold, unapologetic aesthetic.

She elevated the edgy look with eye-catching gold Chanel accessories, including a vintage chain belt and a statement necklace featuring a signature perfume bottle pendant.

Katy Perry won the Best Female award at the 2013 MTV Europe Music Awards

She also changed her hairstyle to a high ponytail and her lipstick to a more daring shade of red.

Katy Perry donned a long-sleeved fishnet dress by María Escoté, complemented by gold Chanel accessories, including a vintage belt and a necklace with a perfume bottle pendant

Katy picked a pair of black Giuseppe Zanotti Spring 2014 sandals to complement her sexy pop star look. Giuseppe Zanotti is an Italian luxury footwear and fashion designer renowned for his bold, glamorous, and intricately crafted shoes.

Born in San Mauro Pascoli—a region steeped in shoemaking tradition—he launched his career in the 1980s, designing for labels such as Dior, Thierry Mugler, and Roberto Cavalli. Today, his latest statement-making designs are available at high-end retailers, including Farfetch.

Katy Perry chose black Giuseppe Zanotti Spring 2014 sandals that perfectly complemented her sexy pop star persona at the 20th MTV Europe Music Awards held at Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on November 10, 2013

They are made of glossy patent leather and feature adjustable ankle straps and fiery cagelike straps at the high back.

Katy Perry’s glossy patent leather sandals feature adjustable ankle straps and fiery cagelike straps at the high back, with heels measuring about 4.5 inches, adding a touch of rock-and-roll glamour

This pair features heels that measure approximately 4.5 inches in height. While we love her shoes, they’re not as breathtaking as the Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Denny’ bow-strap sandals she wore in 2012.

Katy Perry’s vibrant red pedicure pops against her glossy black Giuseppe Zanotti Spring 2014 sandals, featuring a classic open-toe and sleek ankle strap design

Here’s the orange version of the sandals:

Giuseppe Zanotti Patent Leather Cage-Back Sandals in Orange, $845

A Show-Stopping Performance: Katy Perry Mesmerizes with “Unconditionally”

In addition, her performance look was the talk of the town. She was mesmerizing while singing her latest hit song, “Unconditionally.”

Katy Perry performs “Unconditionally” at the 20th MTV Europe Music Awards held at Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on November 10, 2013 (Credit: Lia Toby / WENN)

The singer flew onto the stage, wrapped in rows of huge, colorful fabrics as she started singing. As the performance continued, the ribbons were unraveled, wowing the crowd with a mirrored bodysuit!

Katy Perry commanded the stage, suspended amidst a spectacular light show and a flurry of dancers, creating an unforgettable visual spectacle (Credit: Lia Toby / WENN)