Los Angeles, Aug 17 (IANS): Songstress Katy Perry is set to launch her first shoe collection.

The 30-year-old has teamed up with Global Brands Group for her first foray into the fashion world as she believes that it will enable her to bring affordable fashionable footwear to a wide audience across the globe, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

"It's been a creative goal of mine to be a real contributor in the affordable fashion space. Launching a footwear collection felt like a natural first step for me," Perry said.

"After years of investigating and researching partnerships to find the right fit for the debut of my line, I found that Global Brands most resonated with my artistic ideas.

"They understand my vision, my eye for detail, and have the international reach and resources to bring my canvas of ideas to life," the "Rise" hitmaker added.

Perry also took to her Twitter account to announce the news that her shoe collection would hit the market next year.

"Get ready for my (icon of footwear coming to stores Spring 2017!," she posted.