ATOMIC Kitten’s Natasha Hamilton has hit back at “offended” trolls after sizzling in a cut-out dress in her new music video.
Atomic Kitten star Natasha Hamilton has responded to social media critics after her daring outfit in the music video for her latest solo single sparked a wave of comments online.
The singer, 44, recently returned to the spotlight with her new pop track “Garden of Eden,” marking another chapter in her solo career after first becoming a household name as a member of Atomic Kitten.
Hamilton rose to fame in the early 2000s alongside fellow group members Liz McClarnon and Kerry Katona.
The trio became one of the era’s best-known British girl groups, scoring major hits and building a large following.
Now, years after her breakthrough with the band, Hamilton is focusing attention on her solo work.
However, while “Garden of Eden” has been praised by supporters for its upbeat sound, much of the online conversation surrounding the release has centered on the singer’s eye-catching look in the accompanying music video.
Natasha Hamilton addresses criticism over music video outfit
In the video, Hamilton wears a deep maroon dress featuring strategically placed cut-out panels.
The floor-length design reveals parts of her midriff and neckline while the fitted material highlights her figure.
Hamilton completes the look with her auburn hair styled into loose waves, with the singer appearing against the backdrop of an elegant country manor.
Rather than allowing the criticism to overshadow the release, Hamilton appeared to poke fun at the reaction when she shared a snippet of the video on Instagram.
Alongside the clip, she joked about the response to the outfit, writing: “Little did I know how upset Facebook was gonna be by this dress.”
Her comment appeared to reference criticism posted by some users on her professional Facebook page.
One commenter questioned the decision to feature the outfit in the video, suggesting that Hamilton was relying on her appearance rather than the music to attract attention.
Another critic described Hamilton as a beautiful woman but said they believed the styling of the dress looked “old and dated.”
A third commenter took a more neutral position, saying they personally did not like the dress but were not offended by it.
Fans rush to defend the Atomic Kitten star
While some social media users criticized Hamilton’s fashion choice, many of her supporters were quick to defend the singer and praise her confidence.
One fan enthusiastically called her an “ACTUAL QUEEEEEEN,” while another joked about the fact that the outfit had generated controversy.
Another supporter encouraged Hamilton to continue embracing her style, describing her look as a fiery fashion moment.
The mixed reaction highlights the way celebrity fashion can quickly become a talking point online, particularly when an artist is promoting a new project.
For Hamilton, however, the response appears to have done little to dampen her enthusiasm for her latest music.
The singer has continued to share updates about “Garden of Eden” and her return to solo music, with the new release offering fans a chance to see another side of her career beyond Atomic Kitten.
Hamilton has previously spoken about difficult experiences in the spotlight
The latest controversy comes shortly after Hamilton opened up about another experience from her time in the public eye.
During an appearance on the How To Fail podcast, the singer discussed her experiences appearing on radio shows during Atomic Kitten’s early years.
Hamilton recalled feeling uncomfortable when appearing alongside male presenters who, she said, had an advantage because they were older and more experienced at handling interviews.
She explained that she and her bandmates sometimes felt like they were being placed in situations where they could become the target of jokes or uncomfortable exchanges.
Looking back, Hamilton said she now questions why the group felt they had to accept those situations as part of promoting their music.
The singer did not identify the broadcaster involved in the experience.
However, fans subsequently speculated online about who she could have been referring to, with some suggesting former Radio 1 DJ Chris Moyles.
Hamilton herself has not publicly confirmed that speculation.
Her comments nevertheless reflect how differently some stars view experiences from the early stages of their careers after having years to reflect on them.
Atomic Kitten documentary reportedly being considered
Hamilton’s renewed solo career also comes as interest in Atomic Kitten continues.
The group has remained a nostalgic favorite among fans of early-2000s pop, and there has reportedly been interest in documenting the band’s story.
According to reports, Hamilton and the other Atomic Kitten members have been considered for a documentary project that could explore the group’s rise to fame, their success and some of the tensions and changes that took place behind the scenes.
Atomic Kitten’s lineup changed during its history. Katona eventually left the group and was replaced by Jenny Frost, who went on to become another recognizable face of the band.
A potential documentary could revisit the group’s biggest moments while also examining the challenges that came with achieving fame at a young age.
For Hamilton, the prospect comes at a time when she is once again establishing herself as a solo artist.
With “Garden of Eden,” she is moving forward with new music while continuing to embrace the confidence and experience she has gained throughout her career.
And despite criticism of her latest music-video outfit, Hamilton’s response suggests she has no intention of letting online trolls dictate how she presents herself.
Instead, the singer appears determined to enjoy this latest stage of her career and let fans decide what they think of her new music.