Katy Perry Gets Stuck in $7K Designer Dress But Refuses to Break It: 'Can't Cut Bottega'
Katy Perry is not one to cut designer threads.

Katy Perry, known for her vibrant personality and bold fashion choices, found herself in a humorous situation while on the set of an American Idol photoshoot. The 39-year-old singer hilariously struggled to remove a $7,400 Bottega Veneta dress, which seemed to cling tightly to her shoulders.

In an Instagram video shared on Tuesday, April 2, Perry could be seen sitting in a glam chair with a defeated expression as she wrestled with the dress. Despite suggestions to cut the dress off, Perry humorously insisted, “You just can’t cut Bottega.”

The cherry red dress featured a plunging bodice, a padded neckline, and a drop waist, accentuating Perry’s figure with protruding hips and a pleated skirt. She accessorized her look with leather floral-embellished gloves and white mules.

Perry completed her glam with filled-in eyebrows, soft eyeshadow, long lashes, and bright red lips. Her brunette hair was styled in a sleek ponytail, adding to her chic appearance on the set.

“We’ve been cutting kids on #idol but you can’t cut bottega 😔✂️,” she captioned the hilarious post.

 

Celebrity friends and fans agreed with Perry’s decision in the comments section.

Katy Perry’s fashion mishap on the set of American Idol garnered reactions from her friends and colleagues in the industry. Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton expressed amusement with a laughing emoji, while Perry’s friend Mia Mortelli jokingly reiterated that the dress couldn’t be cut. Stylist Karla Welch echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing that cutting a Bottega Veneta dress was not an option.

Prior to the incident, Perry showcased her daring style at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards, held on Monday, April 1. She made a statement in a mesh dress featuring side cutouts tied together with red ribbons. Underneath, Perry wore a black bralette and cheeky underwear, pairing the ensemble with knee-high leather boots and oversized black shades. Her hair was styled in beachy waves left flowing down, completing her edgy look for the event.

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Katy Perry is known for her fun and adventurous approach to fashion, which has evolved over the years. From her early days as a pop artist to her current status as a seasoned performer, Perry has consistently delivered groundbreaking looks that capture attention.

In 2008, Perry made a statement at a taping of FNMTV in Hollywood with a pink and green dress adorned with a panda bear. She continued her playful fashion choices in 2011 at the NYC premiere of Smurfs, where she wore a white minidress featuring Smurfette’s face, celebrating her role in the film.

The Met Gala has been a platform for Perry to showcase her bold and unique style. In 2015, themed “China: Through the Looking Glass,” she wore a multi-colored gown by Jeremy Scott for Moschino. In 2017, she stunned in a red tulle avant-garde dress by John Galliano, accompanied by a veil and headpiece. However, it was the 2019 Met Gala where she truly embraced the Camp theme, wearing a chandelier outfit and a cheeseburger ensemble with a lettuce slip dress underneath.

Perry’s fashion flair extends beyond the red carpet, as she has turned American Idol into her personal runway. During the show’s past season, she sported a cow-print Christian Siriano number with a breastfeeding panel and a Tinkerbell costume, even bleaching her brows for added effect.

With her fearless fashion attitude and confidence, Perry continues to ignite conversations with her ever-changing styles, ranging from cool and kooky to old Hollywood glam. Her wild and eclectic wardrobe keeps fans guessing and eagerly awaiting her next fashion moment.

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Couture in cow print! Six months after welcoming daughter Daisy Dove, Perry returned to American Idol in a custom Christian Siriano number that had a built-in breast-feeding panel.

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November 2020

The American Idol judge got in the holiday spirit, dressing up like a Christmas Tree for the Disney Holiday Singalong on November 30. “Why cut the tree when you can BE the tree 😛🎄,” she captioned a sneak peek of the look.

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May 2020

For the Disney Family Singalong on May 10, 2020, the American Idol judge went all-out in a Dumbo costume that was equal parts wild and totally on-point.

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May 2019

Designer by friend Jeremy Scott for Moschino, Perry dressed as a chandelier that actually lit up for the 2019 Met Gala.

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May 2019

For the 2019 Met Gala afterparties, the “Roar” singer walked around as a cheeseburger.

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During American Idol’s Disney-themed night, she channeled her inner villain dressing up as the Little Mermaid’s Ursula.

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October 2018

At the 25th annual Fashion Footwear Association of New York Shoes on Sale Gala, the blonde beauty opted for a pink pantsuit with a tulle train, which matched her sheer arm cuffs.

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May 2017

With a veil over her face, the songstress wore an avant guard John Galliano red tulle dress to the 2017 Met Gala.

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April 2016

Committing to the theme of the evening, Perry wore pink cow-print heeled cowboy boots for the 51st annual Academy of Country Music Awards.

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May 2015

Tapping friend Jeremy Scott for her Met Gala look, the brunette beauty went big with black gown covered in graffiti-like print.

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January 2015

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August 2014

Channeling her inner Britney Spears, the “Firework” singer arrived at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards in a full-on denim get-up.

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November 2013

Shining bright in a futuristic jacket-and-skirt combo while promoting “Prism” in Germany.

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October 2013

Arriving in Japan in cat ears, a moto jacket, and a black-and-white floral printed dress.

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August 2013

Blinging out in a custom grill that spelled “ROAR” and a leopard print Emanuel Ungaro minidress at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards.

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June 2012

Channeling her inner flapper in a Nolan Miller slip dress at the City of Hope Gala.

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March 2012

Wearing a slime-inspired neon green crop top, skirt, and peep-toe heels at the Nickelodeon’s 25th Annual Kids’ Choice Awards.

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In a matchy-matchy blue Elie Saab gown and blue bouffant at the Grammys.

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August 2011

Clad in a custom-made “record breaking” frock by Johnny Wujek at the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards in L.A.

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July 2011

Showing off her Smurfette pride for her role in Smurfs 3D at the NYC premiere.

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May 2011

In a Man Ray-adorned dress by Jean Charles de Castelbajac at the 2011 Logie Awards in Melbourne, Australia.

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March 2011

Yikes stripes! At the Jean Charles de Castelbajac show during Paris Fashion Week, the singer opted for the designer’s zebra-print, form-fitting dress.

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February 2011

The singer showed off her assets in a mini by Georges Hobeika with a daring, plunging neckline at her “Purr” fragrance launch in Mexico City.

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February 2011

In a whimsical Giorgio Armani design complete with feathered angel wings and a Swarovski crystal bikini top at the 2011 Grammys in L.A.

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January 2011

In an irridescent violet and blue ballroom gown by Betsey Johnson at the 2011 People’s Choice Awards in L.A.

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December 2010

In a gold metallic, off-the-shoulder Georges Chakra number at the GRAMMY Nominations Concert in L.A.

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November 2010

Dressed as a ripped ticket, Perry attended the MTV Europe Music Awards in a campy but kind of totally adorable sequin-covered minidress.

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March 2010

Channeling her inner peacock in a colorful mini designed by The Blonds at Nickelodeon’s Kids Choice Awards in L.A.

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March 2010

In a dazzling red and tan-striped Zuhair Murad Couture gown at the 2010 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in West Hollywood.

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February 2009

At the 2009 Brit Awards in London, Perry rocked skin-tight leather pants and a Hello Kitty-inspired bustier designed by The Blonds to raise money for charity.

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February 2009

A walk on the wild side! The star rocked a zebra-print jumpsuit at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

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February 2009

Spotted! The star looked cozy in a leopard-print coat at the T-Mobile myFaves event during NBA All-Star Weekend in Arizona.

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December 2008

At the Gridlock New Year’s Eve party in Hollywood, Perry rang in 2009 clad in an edgy, rock and roll mini.

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December 2008

The perfect gift! The star dressed as a Christmas tree while performing at Q102’s Jingle Ball concert in New Jersey.

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December 2008

Sparkly sweetheart! At the taping of Fuse TV’s The Good, The Bad & The Britney in NYC, the singer opted for a metallic gold jumpsuit.

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November 2008

This eye-popping number was just one of the 10 dress changes for the star at the 2008 MTV Europe Music Awards in Liverpool, England.

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November 2008

Circus cuite! At the 2008 MTV Europe Music Awards in Liverpool, England, the pop star suited up in a carousel design.

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November 2008

I now pronounce you man and wife! Perry wore this hybrid outfit at the 2008 MTV Europe Music Awards in Liverpool, England.

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November 2008

Obama for America! The singer pledges her allegiance at the 2008 MTV Europe Music Awards in Liverpool, England.

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October 2008

Prom queen! In a confectionary creation complete with diamond tiara at the 7th annual “Los Premios MTV Latin America 2008” Awards in Mexico.

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August 2008

Dealer’s choice! In a playing card-inspired design at the opening of ROK Vegas in Las Vegas.

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June 2008

Bear-y happy to see you! In a panda-printed mini at a taping of FNMTV in Hollywood.

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September 2007

The singer paired her bubblegum pink dress with bright accessories and a feather fascinator at a Fashion Rocks party in New York City.