Katy Perry’s Skin-Tight Dress Sparks Debate at Cancer Event

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Katy Perry hit the red carpet at the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy Launch on Wednesday in Los Angeles.

Her boyfriend, Orlando Bloom, joined her at the event, although the couple did not walk the red carpet together.

Katy Perry added a touch of sophistication to her elegant ensemble by complementing it with a pair of exquisite silver chandelier earrings and a matching tiara, which gracefully held her black tresses in placeKaty Perry added a touch of sophistication to her elegant ensemble by complementing it with a pair of exquisite silver chandelier earrings and a matching tiara, which gracefully held her black tresses in place (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

The 31-year-old pop star went completely commando in a strapless leather gown featuring a sweetheart neckline and top-to-bottom sheer lace panels on the sides.

Katy Perry arrives on the red carpet at the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy Launch Katy Perry arrives on the red carpet at the Parker Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy Launch in Los Angeles on April 13, 2016 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

Katy accessorized with a floral silver chain belt around her waist.

Katy Perry exuded elegance and confidence in a stunning cleavage-baring strapless leather gown, accentuated by sheer lace panels along the sides that tastefully showcased the dress's supportive structureKaty Perry exuded elegance and confidence in a stunning cleavage-baring strapless leather gown, accentuated by sheer lace panels along the sides that tastefully showcased the dress’s supportive structure (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)

Do you think this skin-tight dress was appropriate for a cancer event, or should she have toned it down?

Katy Perry donning a striking strapless black Deborah Drucker Spring 2015 leather gown featuring exposed lace panels and a statement belt, complemented by a high bun, smokey eyes, and elegant Chandelier drop earringsKaty Perry donning a striking strapless black Deborah Drucker Spring 2015 leather gown featuring exposed lace panels and a statement belt, complemented by a high bun, smokey eyes, and elegant Chandelier drop earrings (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)