Dsquared2 created Beyoncé’s black-and-yellow outfit for the 2016 Super Bowl halftime show. The fashion label, founded by Canadian twin brothers Dean and Dan Caten, designed the military-inspired look she wore while performing “Formation.”
Beyoncé appeared during Coldplay’s halftime performance at Super Bowl 50, held on February 7, 2016, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Bruno Mars also performed, and the show combined performances by all three artists. Beyoncé’s appearance drew particular attention because “Formation” had been released the day before the game.
The outfit’s black leather, gold details, and yellow accents were frequently discussed alongside the song’s visual imagery. It is sometimes incorrectly attributed to other luxury fashion houses associated with Beyoncé’s later performances. The specific designer was Dsquared2, while the broader performance included styling and production contributions from many other professionals.