Katy Perry is a glamorous Goth, rocks new edgier look

Above: Katy Perry ditches her bright staple style for Gothic glam in head-to-toe black

ABOVE: Katy Perry turns up to the NARM Music Biz Awards showing off an edgier look
ABOVE: Katy Perry opts for a racy sheer dress as she picks up the Artist of the Year trophy
ABOVE: Katy Perry seems to be going for a rockier image since dating guitarist Robert Ackroyd
ABOVE: Katy Perry's ex-husband Russell Brand has just signed up to host the 2012 MTV Movie Awards

We're used to seeing her dressed in bright and fun colours.

But last night Katy Perry dropped her usual candyfloss wardrobe to channel her inner rock chick.

The I Kissed A Girl singer dressed up to the nines to attend the NARM Music Biz Awards dinner party in Los Angeles.[SEE MORE: Katy Perry serves as sister's bridesmaid]

And she certainly made an impression as she went for head-to-toe black with sheer panels to show off some skin.

Katy Perry even went for smoky eye make-up and dark lips, while she dyed her hair a darker shade of purple to complete the racy Gothic glam look.

Maybe it's the guidance of her new rock star boyfriend, Florence + the Machine's guitarist Robert Ackroyd.

Well, they do say your loved ones influence your style!

And one thing's for sure, her new beau would have been one proud! man las t night as Katy picked up the Artist of the Year award at the ceremony.

[SEE MORE: Russell Brand 'sends Katy Perry a lengthy email', reportedly says split was 'big mistake']

Meanwhile, her ex-husband Russell Brand has been busy himself.

The funnyman has just signed up to host the MTV Movie Awards for the first time when it airs in June.

We can't wait for that!