What did SZA wear during her Super Bowl halftime performance? Look decoded

At the Super Bowl, SZA joined Kendrick Lamar to light up the stage with electrifying energy. As part of Lamar’s headlining set, she delivered stunning performances of Luther from his 2024 album GNX, and their iconic collaboration, All the Stars, from the Black Panther soundtrack. While SZA sure rocked in her debut Super Bowl performance, people haven't stopped talking about the red dress she wore on stage, too.

The American singer also dropped new tracks from the deluxe edition of her latest album, Lana, at 7 p.m., just 30 minutes before kickoff. With this release, fans got an extra treat on the big night of her accomplishment.

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SZA's look at the Super Bowl 2025

SZA’s performance on the stage was a big hit. Clad in a monochrome red outfit, she seemed calm and charismatic. She wore a red leather jacket with a textured top. Her red pants and coordinating shoes looked stunning, and her long, flowing, and curly hair gave her a classic look. Her hairstylist is Devante Turnbull.

Turnbull told Allure, according to Yahoo! News:

“SZA and I collaborated on her Super Bowl look, staying true to her signature big hair while elevating it with extra length and adding a deep red hue using Redken Color Fusion 6RR.”

He added:

“We kept the volume and texture she loves while adding a fresh, bold twist.”

SZA's makeup was done by artist Deanna Paley, who added a touch of glamour with shimmering pink hues on her lids, thick eyeliner, and lashes. A luminous white, glittery shadow in the interior corners of her eyes ensured she glistened in the light of the stage. The combination of her fashion and beauty choices made her a true standout of the night.

Paley expressed her views about the music artist's makeup, saying:

“This was such a monumental moment, so I wanted her makeup to feel timeless yet powerful. We kept her signature elements—like the sultry cat eye, flawless sculpted skin, and a soft babydoll blush—to maintain her essence while ensuring she looked radiant under the stadium lights."

Paley added:

"The energy of the performance was electric, and the makeup had to enhance that without overpowering it. It was all about balance — polished, luminous, and effortlessly SZA.”

The singer's style sense has inspired many from much before the Super Bowl. In March 2023, she was selected as a model for Kim Kardashian's Skims, and she was the model for Kardashian's size-inclusive 'Fits Everybody' collection. Her fashion influences extend beyond industry trends, and she has credited films as major inspirations for her aesthetic.

Speaking with W magazine, the star revealed her admiration for Wes Anderson’s use of color palettes and her love for dressing like a character from Moonrise Kingdom.

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SZA is a singer who has established herself as a star in the music industry. Her early collaboration with Kendrick Lamar on All the Stars gained Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. With a remarkable Super Bowl debut and an ever-growing influence, the singer continues to build her empire in music and fashion.