Lady Gaga’s surprise appearance during Bad Bunny’s Super Bowlhalftime show was nothing anyone could have expected. But when it came to dressing up for the event, the singer-songwriter understood the assignment and made an effort to contribute to the celebration of Latin American culture, which was the theme of the show tonight.
The stunning baby blue flamenco-style dress worn by Lady Gaga as she sang a special rendition of her 2024 hit “Die With A Smile” was designed by the Dominican designer LUAR and styled by the legendary duo Chloe and Chenelle Delgadillo. The dress also featured a custom floral accessory that was pinned to the dress specially designed by Piers Atkinson, and meant to represent the flor de maga — Puerto Rico’s national flower.
The decision to make the dress that specific shade of light blue is almost certainly a reference to the 1895 edition of the Puerto Rico flag, which features a light blue triangle instead of the dark blue one that is most commonly used. The light blue flag represents the independence of Puerto Rico and a rejection of the United States’ control over the country. The flag is also a representation of Puerto Rican pride and has been a common motif in many of Bad Bunny’s previous works, including tonight’s Super Bowl halftime show.
LUAR’s founder and creative director Raul Lopez took to Instagram story to share some behind the scenes content of the dress’ creation.
“For the culture and for all immigrants —This is how we come together,” the designer wrote in an Instagram post.
All these elements combined made Lady Gaga’s standout Super Bowl a clear homage to the beauty of Latin American culture and the perfect fit for Bad Bunny’s history-making performance. Fans reacted with excitement and admiration on social media over the singer’s choice of dress.
“Lady Gaga sang beautifully and her dress 😍. What a show!” wrote one fan on X.
“Lady Gaga making this song more latin and having Latin theme music with it? The dress? So beautiful 🥰🥰🥰” wrote another fan.
Another posted, “lady gaga looked so pretty i need that dress immediately !!!”
Latin American culture was on full display at tonight’s Super Bowl halftime show, from the music that was performed by Bad Bunny and his special guests to the clothes that were intentionally designed and worn during the monumental performance.
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