Katy Perry is reportedly taking a long break from her music career to focus on other things in her life, including her whirlwind romance with Orlando Bloom. The hiatus would also help the titular singer on her mental health and own shoe line.
"My boyfriend (Bloom) is a great anchor," Katy Perry said during an interview with Footwear News. "For some reason, I attract people who are really real and call me out on stuff when I'm being cuckoo."
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom made their red carpet debut at the Monte Carlo Gala for the Global Ocean in late September after initially being reluctant to confirm their on-again, off-again relationship earlier this year.
The "Witness" pop star said some much needed time away from music will help her focus on her mental health after spending the last year working on her "spiritual and emotional side."
"I've been on the road for, like, 10 years, so I'm just going to chill. I'm not going to go straight into making another record," she said. "I've been trying to find the balance and not overindulging, just trying to stay grounded."
Katy Perry is also devoting her artistic attention to her shoe line, Katy Perry Collections, which she describes as "full of personality" and "affordable," USA Today reports.
"I've tried to put many a different figure or ornament on the heels, just to tell a story and to hopefully start conversations via your feet," she said, comparing designing footwear to singing. "Music in a way is the same thing. Hopefully, people talk about the songs."
In addition to appearing in the PSA ads for the charity, Katy Perry will attend Shoes on Sale event in New York and even created three special styles that will be sold exclusively in the gala's shoe salon, including a glittery sandal, a boot, and a sneaker.
The day before, Katy Perry will appear on her first QVC broadcast to sell looks from her line and raise awareness for the cause.
"[We're] just trying to do our part and give back," she explained. "My business is fairly new, and we're always looking for unique ways to be part of different conversations, not just about the shoes."
Since launching her footwear brand two years ago, Katy Perry has channeled her enthusiasm into developing a label with her own special identity.
Sarah Ader, sales director for Katy Perry Collections, said, "We are happy with the performance [of the line] and the fact that this collection is a point of difference from what exists on the market. We provide core silhouettes with a touch of detail and flair that makes Katy's collection what it is."
