Debbie Gibson's Revealing Stage Outfit Divides Fans: 'You Can Still Look Young and Hot But in Pants'

Debbie Gibson's latest performance sparked debate over her stage outfit.

"FYI. You can still look young and hot but with pants," one commenter wrote after Gibson shared an Instagram video from the recent performance of her 1987 hit "Shake Your Love."

The 56-year-old singer wore a blue-and-white striped romper.

She captioned the post, "Happy 39th anniversary Shake Your Love! Thanks for shakin’ it with us yesterday Rockhampton , Australia 🇦🇺 at @soundsofrockaus music festival. You were amazing !"

The post prompted a range of reactions, with fans questioning Gibson's fashion choice.

One person suggested a different approach: "Why does every singer wear this sort of thing…what’s wrong with a nice dress!"

Another commenter said, "Wear a cute jean or something…"

A separate critic referenced Gibson’s earlier career while weighing in on her look, and said, "What’s with the outfit? Deb, you’re not in the 90s dress era."

Another fan offered a more measured response: "She looks great for age but I don’t love the outfit, just saying. Everyone is entitled to their opinion."

One user openly said, "Hideous outfit!"

While some users were busy criticizing the songwriter, her die-hard fans pushed back and praised Gibson for embracing her style.

"You look amazing," one supporter wrote.

Another fan shared a personal perspective on the backlash.

"These mean comments hurt my heart. As a 54-year-old woman, I look up to and admire Debbie Gibson. She looks amazing, and more importantly, she feels amazing! Why are women over 40 expected to dress like nuns, even when they are in such great shape like Debbie is?" they wrote.

"She’s such an inspiration and amazing person," one person wrote.

Another added, "If she were a man, we’d all say she’s aging like fine wine!"

Gibson has long used fashion to express herself.

"My motto is, what could (go) wrong in your day if you wear glitter," Gibson told Shop TODAY.

Still, the '80s and '90s pop star acknowledged that confidence can be complicated.

"I do think there is a beauty to being real. The more we see filtered pictures and you know this look of perfection, we start to think there is something wrong with us when we look in the mirror and it can just put you in a bad mood," said Gibson.

She continued, "Not everyone is staring at what you think is an imperfection. I say you do the best with what you have and you rock what you got."

Gibson also reflected on her approach to style over the years.

"I tend to not regret anything in fashion because fashion gets taken too seriously and it's meant to be fun," she revealed.