Katy Perry Shines in Madonna-inspired Corset Look for American Idol Promo on Instagram

Taking a page out of Madonna’s 1990s style book, Katy Perry rocked a lavender corset mini dress for her Mother’s Day promo for American Idol. The pop star shared four stunning photos on her Instagram, playfully captioning them with a clever pun. “Of COURSE you’re watching #americanidol rn riiight?” Perry looked fierce and fabulous posing in the chic outfit, proving once again why she’s a fashion icon.

Idol promo frenzy: The Firework star first posted a series of four photos of herself decked out in a lavender corset

Pop culture icon: The corset was one of Madonna's go to outfits in the 1990s

Taking inspiration from the iconic Material Girl herself, Katy Perry recently channeled a 1990s Madonna vibe by donning a corset mini dress in a series of American Idol promos for Mother’s Day.
In one of the photos, the 37-year-old singer, whose real name is Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, is captured gazing to the left with a waist-up shot showcasing the corset.
The corset bears a striking resemblance to Madonna’s signature style from the 90s, although Perry’s version features a subtle difference – the absence of pointed cups.
In the remaining photos, Perry confidently faces the camera with a seductive look, further embodying the Material Girl’s fierce persona.

Promo mode: The pop princess used a little word play when she captioned her first Idol promo on Sunday: 'Of CORSET you're watching American Idol rn riight?'

Promo Alert: The pop queen got clever with her first American Idol promo by asking, “Of course-t you’re tuned into American Idol right now, right?”

Style: Katy went with a traditional cup for her corset

Style: Madonna preferred pointed cups with her corsets in the 90s

The most noticeable difference in style was the Material Girls’ preference for pointed cups, something that sets them apart from Perry’s fashion choices.

Sexy stare: The I Kiss A Girl singer flashed a seductive star in most of her promo photos

With a sultry gaze, the pop star Katy Perry has been turning up the heat in her recent promotional photos. In her latest Instagram post for American Idol, Katy surprised fans by including her mom, Mary Perry Hudson, in a video. Dressed in a lavender corset, Katy kicked off the video by wishing everyone a happy Mother’s Day and teasing some upcoming surprises on the West Coast broadcast of American Idol. Sharing a light-hearted moment with her mom, Katy jokingly asked her not to give away any spoilers and playfully teased her about being sad, to which her mom responded with a playful bird-like sound.

Mother's Day special: About two hours later, Katy's took back to Instagram for another American Idol promo, only this time she shared a video with her mother, Mary Perry Hudson

In honor of Mother’s Day, Katy returned to Instagram a couple of hours later to post another American Idol promo. This time, she shared a heartwarming video featuring her mother, Mary Perry Hudson.

Funny give and take: 'Happy Mother's day everyone,' Katy began while still dressed in her corset. 'I'm with my mom and we just want to tell you to tune in West Coast to American Idol because there are some surprises,' which prompted a humorous grunt from her mother

With a playful tone, Katy declared, “Happy Mother’s Day, you all!”, still in her corset. She mentioned she was with her mom and urged everyone to watch American Idol on the West Coast for some special surprises. This statement was met with a comical grunt from her mother.

Humorous: 'Mom, don't tell them anything. Don't tell them that you're sad. Are you sad mom? ' she asked, which was met by her mother uttering a few crowing sounds like a bird

“Mom, shh, don’t spill the beans. Are you feeling down, mom?” she inquired. Her mother responded with a series of chirping noises, resembling a bird.

Admission: Katy's mom went on to confess that one of her favorite contestants got sent home, but that 'several are still in' the competition

Confession time: Katy’s mom admitted that one of her favorite contestants was eliminated from the competition, but she was happy that ‘several others are still in the running.’
Curious, Katy asked her mom why her favorite contestant got sent home.
Her mom replied, ‘Yes, but we still have a few left in the competition. Thank you, Jesus,’ which Katy echoed with a smile.
Along with the admission, Katy shared a series of photos on social media. One showed her posing with fellow judge Luke Bryan, another featured her surrounded by young Idol fans, and the third captured a moment with judge Lionel Richie.
In the caption, she urged West Coast moms to tune in to see the remaining contestants on American Idol with a grateful ‘thank u Jesus’ hashtag.

Promo frenzy: Katy also shared three photos in her second American Idil promo on Instagram on Sunday, including one of her with fellow judge Luke Bryan

Promotional excitement: Katy posted three photos from her latest American Idol promo on Instagram over the weekend, featuring a snapshot of her alongside fellow judge Luke Bryan.

Fan friendly: The Teenage Dream star also snuggled up next to some young Idol fans

Interacting with fans: The Teenage Dream celebrity also cozied up to a group of enthusiastic young Idol supporters.

All night long: Still in her corset, Katy also incorporated judge Lionel Richie in the promo

Throughout the entire evening, Katy Perry continued to rock her corset look and even managed to rope in Lionel Richie for the promotional campaign.

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