Angel Reese, the Chicago Sky rookie, has embraced her mantra of “normalizing that you can live both lives,” balancing her athletic career with her passion for fashion. Despite an injury-shortened season, where she averaged 13.6 points and 13.1 rebounds per game, she’s made headlines with her bold pre-game fashion statements. However, it seems fans aren’t fully sold on her style just yet.
Recently, GQ held a poll on Instagram featuring Reese and Gabby Williams, a player from the Seattle Storm, to gauge their popularity in the fashion world. In a surprising turn, Williams took 75% of the votes, leaving Reese with only 25%. Williams has made her mark with her own fashion choices, like a standout black outfit with a green jacket that popped, along with a show-stealing midriff and boots. Meanwhile, Reese, known for her eye-catching and luxury-filled wardrobe, continues to turn heads with her runway-worthy pre-game appearances.
One memorable outfit Reese wore was a white Prada one-piece paired with a mini bag worth over $4,000. She’s also been spotted in a matching Chanel dress, shoes, and purse combo before a game at Wintrust Arena. Her appearance at the Victoria’s Secret fashion show featured a stunning $5,000 red dress. At the Met Gala, Reese wore a custom 16Arlington look: a turquoise sequined dress with a deep neckline and a feathery mini-skirt. These lavish ensembles reflect her love for high-end brands like Chanel, Miu Miu, and Louis Vuitton, which she admits is one of her favorites.
Reese’s style journey is rooted in her college days, where she earned the nickname “Bayou Barbie,” now updated to “Chi-Town Barbie” since her move to Chicago. Her fashion choices aren’t just about looking good; they’re part of her brand, one she’s built alongside her impressive basketball career. She ensures her nails, hair, lashes, and edges are always on point, reinforcing her message that an athlete can excel in both sports and style. With 4.4 million Instagram followers, Reese has turned fashion into a business, especially important considering the WNBA’s pay structure.
Though the GQ poll showed fans leaning towards Gabby Williams’ style, Reese has earned recognition from Louis Vuitton, which invited her to a special Olympics event. Behind her success is stylist Madison Ledyard, who connected with Reese through a tweet expressing a desire to collaborate. Since then, the two have been a dynamic team, with Ledyard styling Reese for high-profile events such as the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue release party and the ESPN Upfront event. Reese also made a fashion statement in a music video appearance, where she wore a baby blue hoodie and camo mini skirt.
As Reese prepares for the Unrivaled League set to begin in January, fans are eager to see how she’ll continue to evolve both on and off the court. While some may not fully appreciate her fashion choices yet, her determination to blend athletics with style is undeniable, and she’s sure to keep making waves in both arenas.
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