Katy Perry Honored at UNICEF Snowflake Ball: Stunning Marchesa Gown & Humanitarian Award

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In November 2016, Katy Perry hit the blue carpet of the UNICEF Snowflake Ball in New York, where she was a guest of honor. Hillary Clinton awarded the singer the Audrey Hepburn Humanitarian Award for her charitable work worldwide.

Katy Perry at the 12th Annual UNICEF Snowflake Ball held at Cipriani Wall Street in New YorkKaty Perry at the 12th Annual UNICEF Snowflake Ball held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York on November 29, 2016 (Credit: Rob Rich / Jeff Grossman / WENN)

Hillary Clinton introduced Perry, praising her spirit, energy, and compassion, which mirrored Hepburn’s dedication to UNICEF. Clinton highlighted Perry’s powerful voice and commitment to humanitarian causes, emphasizing how Perry’s influence and creativity inspire others.

Perry’s work with UNICEF helps provide food, safety, medical care, and education to children worldwide, supporting their rights and helping them survive and thrive. The event celebrated Perry’s contributions to these global efforts.

Aside from her prestigious award that night, the 32-year-old singer also won big with her dress choice for the event. She was dressed to impress in a beautiful Marchesa gown that elegantly showcased her assets.

Katy Perry stuns in a sheer gold Marchesa gown with floral appliqué details and pleated fabricKaty Perry stuns in a sheer gold Marchesa gown with floral appliqué details and pleated fabric

The gold-tone dress showcased an intricate floral appliqué design on the bodice, with a delicate blend of flowers and snowflake-like details on sheer iridescent fabric, creating a whimsical and magical effect.

Katy Perry strikes a confident pose, hands on hips, showcasing the flattering silhouette of her sheer gold Marchesa gownKaty Perry strikes a confident pose, hands on hips, showcasing the flattering silhouette of her sheer gold Marchesa gown

Pleats throughout the gown added graceful movement as Katy glided across the floor. She completed the look with stunning L’Dezen rose gold drop earrings and an elegant marble clutch.

Katy Perry's glossy, voluminous waves cascade down her back, complementing the delicate floral appliqué on the sheer panels of her gownKaty Perry’s glossy, voluminous waves cascade down her back, complementing the delicate floral appliqué on the sheer panels of her gown

Despite the gown’s intricate details, Katy effortlessly pulled off the look with grace. Her styling was impeccable, and her makeup perfectly complemented the ensemble, enhancing her natural beauty.

Katy Perry gives a wave, revealing her delicate "Jesus" tattoo on her wristKaty Perry gives a wave, revealing her delicate “Jesus” tattoo on her wrist

“Well he was a previous award recipient last year, so he knows it better than I,” Katy told ET about Orlando Bloom. “And he’s been a UNICEF ambassador for over 10 years and I’ve only been a few years so he’s kind of shown me some of the ropes.”

“Everyone is a teacher in a relationship, that’s how I see it now,” she added. “We’ve taught each other a lot.”

Katy Perry accessorizes her look with statement rings featuring intricate detailing and a chic marble clutchKaty Perry accessorizes her look with statement rings featuring intricate detailing and a chic marble clutch