Beyonce flexes her muscles in wildcat swimsuit while enjoying a swim with Jay Z and Blue Ivy

While most A-listers have descended on the Big Apple for New York’s Fashion Week, Beyonce put on a show all of her own while relaxing poolside on a European holiday.

The 34-year-old singer displayed her knock-out body in a one-piece while in Sardinia, Italy, on earlier this week with her husband Jay Z and daughter Blue Ivy.

Wild one: Beyonce wore a panther swimsuit while relaxing in Italy earlier this week

Curves ahead: The singer opted for a stylish one piece for her day by the pool

Queen Bey: She had a gold honeycomb flash tattoo around her ankle

Her bathing suit featured a fierce panther on the front and she finished off her vacation look with a hat, big shades and over-sized sheer shirt.

She also had a gold honeycomb flash tattoo around her ankle.

The family appeared in great spirits; Blue was learning how to swim with the help of a flotation device which was strapped into her blue swimming costume.

Now that’s a power couple! Beyonce and Jay Z flexed their muscles while daughter Blue Ivy paddled nearby

Show-offs: The couple – who married in 2008 – put on an impressive gun show as Blue watched

Perfectly put-together: The beauty wore deep berry lipstick to match the ribbon on her fedora

Helping hand: Doting dad Jay Z assisted his little girl with hr swimming goggles

Loving life: The song diva stretched out her arms as she enjoyed the cool water

At one point, Beyonce and Jay Z both flexed their muscles while posing for a pal.

Doting dad Jay was also seen helping his young daughter put on her swimming goggles so she could splash about more freely.

Jay – real name Shawn Carter – stole a kiss from his wife of seven years as they relaxed in the cooling waters.

Lovebirds: The duo shared a laugh together during the splash about

PDA alert: Jay and Bey shared a cheeky smooch

In her element: The singer looked proud as punch to be in the company of her loved ones

Having a paddle: Luckily Blue, three, had a built-in float belt in her swimsuit to keep her safe if she strayed too far away

Proud mom: Beyonce couldn’t hide her joy as she watched her only child paddle about

Whirlwind vacay: After their jaunt to Capri and Sardinia in Italy, the family headed to the south of France this week

The affectionate couple have been touring Italy on a luxurious yacht named the Galactica Star.

Forming a mini Destiny’s Child reunion they were also by pals Kelly Rowland, her husband Tim Weatherspoon and their 10-month-old son Titan.

The family have since headed to the South of France for more Mediterranean fun.

It seems the trip is part of an extended birthday celebration for Beyonce, who turned 34 earlier this month.

Learning: The star – who celebrated her 34th birthday on September 4 – held her little girl as she practiced her swimming technique

Fun and frolics: The couple put on a flirty display

Megastar: The 34-year-old wore gold earrings and stylish sunglasses as she was seen adjusting her costume

One, two, three..: The rap star carefully pulled his three-year-old tot out of the pool

Superstar: The Drunk In Love hit maker hopped out for a moment

Five star service: In the background sunbeds and side tables could be seen scattered around the pool at the luxury resort

She received a touching handwritten birthday card from her daughter Blue Ivy which described her as ‘#1 Mom’

Beyonce shared a picture of the card on her Instagram account and thanked fans for their own well wishes.

She said: ‘Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all my birthday wishes.’

Bootiful: Bey showed off her fantastic physique in the one-piece which featured intricate back straps

Drying off: The singer made use of one of the complimentary towels

Star-quality: The R&B songstress kept her face covered but there was no doubt it was the world famous singer

Bejeweled: The Single Ladies singer accessorized her look with several gold rings

Back on dry land: The couple wrapped up in orange towels after hopping out of the pool

Chilling out: The duo hung out with some friends around the stunning cabanas

Blue and Jay Z also surprised the star by naming their favourite songs that remind them of the singer in a post on her official website.

Blue picked the song ‘Part of Your World’ from the Disney classic ‘The Little Mermaid’, commenting: ‘Mommy you sung this to me all the time.

Jay, meanwhile, picked Coldplay’s smash ‘Yellow’.

Taking the plunge: Beyonce slowly lowered herself into the chilly water

Woah! The singer took a moment to adjust to the temperature

Strike a pose: Earlier on Beyonce looked magazine cover good as she perched on the pool’s ledge

Coordinated: Bey stripped off her sheer shirt which matched her bathing suit

Leading the way: Jay Z – real name Shawn Carter – was the first to jump in

Pausing: The star chatted with other guest before braving the water

He said: ‘This song reminds me of you and I on vacation. ‘Look at the stars, look how they shine for you.’ So many legendary nights. It represents vulnerability; it’s us in our own world, away from work and totally lost in love. ‘For you, I’ll bleed myself dry.”

Beyonce also received a touching birthday tribute from the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama.

She wrote on Twitter: ‘Happy birthday to the one and only, Queen [Bee]! Thank you for being a role model for young girls around the world, @Beyonce. -mo (sic)’