Katy Perry vs Rihanna in Catherine Malandrino

If your best friend wears the same dress as you within the space of a few months, would you be offended? Well I don’t think Rihanna was. The singer wore the red Catherine Malandrino dress to a party on New Year’s Eve. She wore the Fall 2012 dress with back heels, a statement necklace and fierce red nails. Her statement red hair completed the outfit. Katy opted for the gothic look when she wore the black version of the Malandrino piece to the NARM music awards in May. The pop star completed her ensemble with a cross necklace, black heels and purple hair.

The Catherine Malandrino dress has been snapped up by the celebs. However, if you want to try the same look this summer, grab this maxi dress in sheer stripe (£14). Not necessarily a red carpet piece, but perfect for hitting the beach.

When Katy Perry competed with Jennifer Lopez in the Malandrino dress, she lost the poll. Unfortunately I think she’s going to lose again. Rihanna looks fierce in this piece and her fiery hair works well with the dress. Perhaps the lesson is, don’t copy your friend in future. Do you agree? Vote below!

Images courtesy of Glamourmagazine.co.uk.