Katy Perry's transformation: From surviving on food stamps to showing off slim frame in Balenciaga
Katy Perry's major transformation over the years
The California native made her debut in the music industry in 2008 with her popular song 'I Kissed a Girl,' and she has been a mainstay ever since. The diva — who is currently worth $530 million — recently revealed that as a teenager, she had to rely on food stamps and even work as a street vendor to pay for her expenses, per Marca. Her desire to have a significant impact outside of her music career has been greatly impacted by her childhood. Recently, social media users have been debating about Katy Perry's daring Paris Fashion Week attire as the pop icon has undergone significant transformation over the years.
2008: Katy Perry's single 'I Kissed a Girl' featured in hit TV shows
Since her 2008 breakthrough single, 'I Kissed a Girl,' Katy Perry has come a long way. The singer broke new ground with her boundary-pushing pop music back then, and a quick glance back at her style development shows a lengthy history of equally audacious wardrobe choices. Perry aimed for a vintage, pinup look that seemed to be influenced by Bettie Page, but she quickly made the burlesque icon's collection of corset-inspired gowns her own.
2011: Katy Perry debuted new pink hairdo
The brunette beauty received another nomination for 'Hot N Cold' in 2010. It was difficult to keep up with Katy's string of hit singles in 2011 with 'Firework,' 'Teenage Dream,' and 'California Gurls'. Katy debuted pink curls at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards that perfectly complemented her colorful dress.
2014: Katy Perry appeared in retro bob hairdo
Katy returned in 2013 with her fourth studio album, 'Prism,' sounding better than before. She has been known for her retro "fits," which included wearing babydoll dresses in sorbet-colored hues, high-waisted pinup shorts, and vintage rompers. Along with a retro bob hairdo, Katy embodied Julien Macdonald to present at the BRIT Awards 2014.
2017: Katy Perry's platinum blond pixie cut wasn't completely by choice
Katy unveiled a stunning new look, a white-blonde pixie cut, at the 2017 MTV Music Awards. The singer revealed on 'Ellen DeGeneres Show' that it was a "chemical haircut," meaning that her hair started falling out as a result of the damage caused by constant bleaching. Katy claimed that her cutting-edge hair had to be trimmed because it was the price she had to pay for her color. Katy further confessed in an interview with 'Viceland's The Therapist' that cutting her hair short in 2017 helped her restore her connection with herself following a period of depression and suicidal thoughts.
2019: Katy looked almost unrecognizable in beautiful long blonde hair
Thanks to hairstylist Chris Appleton, Katy was nearly unrecognizable with her gorgeous long blonde hair in 2019. For a while, she bid her pixie cut farewell in favor of these carefree beach waves. It took a while for the 'Firework' singer to discover her true love, as she went from Travie McCoy to John Mayer to Russell Brand. In 2019, Katy and Orlando Bloom got engaged on Valentine's Day, and they couldn’t have been happier.
2021: Katy decided to go brunette instead of sticking with her blonde hair
Katy momentarily gave up her blonde hair in April 2021 in favor of a gorgeous brunette moment. The pop sensation made her red carpet debut at the 2021 CMAs with black hair while wearing a custom brown leather column dress and Vivienne Westwood jewelry. Over the past year, Katy has pulled off the surprising hair color multiple times, presumably with the help of wigs and extensions. This time, though, it was much more permanent.
2023: Baby bangs bring radical transformation
The 'American Idol' judge made an Instagram appearance in 2023, sporting some amazing baby bangs that dramatically transformed the shape of her face. With a touch of her iridescent, luxurious diamond earrings by 8 Other Reasons peeking through her mane, the 'Roar' singer's black locks cascaded down her chest in a straight blowout to showcase her sculpted facial features in the Instagram video. Her slightly curved, jagged micro bangs added dimension and lay just below the top of her forehead, per HELLO! Magazine.
2024: Katy Perry goes bold in Balenciaga's dramatic coat and ripped tights
Katy Perry was bold and dramatic on Wednesday, June 26, at the Balenciaga autumn 2024 couture presentation during Paris Fashion Week. The 'California Gurls' singer showed off her bare chest by wearing an oversized fur coat that she kept open. Her overall appearance was a tad disorganized, but her toned abs and sculpted frame overshadowed whatever she was wearing. While Katy's toned body can be attributed to her fitness and nutritious diet, though some people suspect there may be other factors at play, per The Mirror.
