The DIY'd Looks at Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball Are Paparazzi-Worthy

Vogue

5 days ago

Put your paws up, Little Monsters: Lady Gaga's Mayhem Ball tour has officially begun. Kicking off in Las Vegas on July 16th, the pop superstar is taking her show on the road across the globe—with performances happening in San Fransisco this week, followed by additional stops in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Even better than seeing Gaga perform a multitude of hits in theatrical fashions? Observing what her devoted fans are wearing in the crowd, of course.
Just over one week in, and Little Monsters have already proven to be dedicated method dressers. This summer's buzzy tours—from Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter to Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Grand National Tour—have also seen crowds show up in style, though thus far, Mayhem Ball looks have emerged as especially over-the-top, with some dead-ringers for iconic Gaga 'fits. Dare we say, the handmade meat dresses and latex gowns rival the splashy designs the superstar wears on stage.
Gaga performing at the Mayhem Ball
Many fans have recreated the red lace Alexander McQueen dress (and facial covering) that Gaga wore to the 2009 MTV VMAs. Others have captured her spooky-chic spirit by hand-bedazzling jackets with tons of blood-red crystals. One creator even hand-crocheted an entire angelic-white dress (a vibe that nods to Gaga's recent 'Abracadabra' music video). These days, attending a concert is just as much about the looks as it is the performance—and the Mayhem Ball is officially this summer's freaky high-fashion fantasy, where creativity can be unleashed to the max. Put your paws up!
Below, see some of the best Mayhem Ball outfits so far.