LOS ANGELES, CA — The International Federation of Pop Star Credentialing (IFPSC) has officially updated its requirements for new artists seeking full industry recognition, announcing that a mandatory 'Historical Garment Donning' ceremony is now a prerequisite. The move comes after rising star Tyla was photographed wearing Madonna's iconic Jean Paul Gaultier cone bra, a moment hailed by many as a 'rite of passage.'

“It’s no longer enough to just have talent, charisma, or a string of chart-topping hits,” stated IFPSC spokesperson Brenda Glimmer, adjusting her own vintage sequined shoulder pads. “True pop royalty must demonstrate a profound understanding of their lineage. And what better way than to literally step into the shoes—or, in this case, the highly structured undergarments—of those who paved the way?”

Industry insiders suggest the new protocol aims to instill a sense of 'sacred tradition' among newcomers, while also providing endless content for fashion magazines. Future challenges are rumored to include wearing Lady Gaga’s meat dress to a vegan restaurant, Beyoncé’s entire Coachella wardrobe to a suburban grocery store, or Britney Spears’s python to a petting zoo.

“It’s about respect,” added veteran stylist Chet Manley, who reportedly charges a premium for 'historical garment wrangling.' “These aren't just clothes; they’re artifacts. And if you can’t make a 30-year-old conical bra look fresh, frankly, what *can* you do?”

Sources close to the IFPSC indicate that artists who fail to adequately 'style' their assigned historical garment will be relegated to TikTok stardom, forever denied the hallowed halls of traditional pop superstardom.