The Weeknd Rocked Custom-Made Givenchy For His Super Bowl Halftime Show
The Super Bowl LV held in Tampa, Florida took place on Sunday, 7th Feb, and as usual, the half-time show didn’t disappoint. And who could forget The Weekend’s dizzying performance in a ‘House of Mirrors and Lights,’ wearing what can now probably be considered his most recognisable look; a hot red blazer over a black shirt-and-tie and sleek leather gloves.
But for his half-time show, the Canadian singer wore a custom outfit designed by The House of Givenchy, a fully hand-embroidered jacket with crystals, realized by the Givenchy Haute Couture atelier in Paris.
A feat of savoir-faire, the entire ensemble took four embroiderers and more than 250 hours to complete. This jacket was worn over a black cotton poplin shirt and wool trousers accessorized with black leather tie, and gloves, as well as black and white derbies.
(Photo Courtesy: Givenchy)
Creative Director Matthew M. Williams designed custom pieces especially for the superstar’s performance. While made especially for this performance, the singer-songwriter’s outfit reflects the sharp tailoring, minimalism and intense contrast Mr. Williams brought to his debut collection for the House of Givenchy.
“It’s truly an honor to have dressed The Weeknd for his incredible Super Bowl show,” said the American designer. “To me, fashion is all about infusing what you wear with a unique personality, and The Weeknd brought his look to life with his energy, character and sense of style.”
The Weeknd’s cinematic Super Bowl LV performance was followed by an estimated audience of more than 100 million viewers who tuned in to watch the NFL championship game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.
Source: House of Givenchy