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Credit: Jean Paul Goude

Katy on why Elizabeth Taylor is her icon:

“An icon transcends time. Liz was so fabulous and decadent and had a style that evolved with the years …and I’m sure I’ll be married just as many times!”

Katy Perry takes center stage on the cover of Harper’s BAZAAR’s September issue.

Selected as one of the 2015 ICONS by Carine Roitfeld, the September cover was photographed by legendary photographer Jean-Paul Goude.

This year’s ICONS feature transforms Katy Perry, Mariah Carey, Oprah Winfrey and others into their iconic inspirations.

The full list of 2015 ICONS are Chris Lee, Dakota Johnson, Jessica Chastain, Katy Perry, Lucky Blue, Mariah Carey, Oprah Winfrey, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Willow Smith. 

Harper’s BAZAAR editors from around the world will come together during New York Fashion Week on Wednesday, September 16th to celebrate ICONS by Carine Roitfeld at the legendary Plaza Hotel with event partners COVERGIRL, Infor, Kit and Ace, Samsung, Belvedere Vodka, and Moët & Chandon.

Photo By Jean Paul Goude

Styled By Carine Roitfeld

Dress By Saint Laurent by Hedi Slimane

Bracelet By Cartier