CHICAGO – October 30, 2024 – Angel Reese is a force on the court, a budding fashion icon off it, and now, a whole vibe at the 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards. Yes, the Chicago Sky star isn’t just serving baskets; she’s serving major looks, complete with her own unique style twist that no one saw coming.
As she sashayed onto the red carpet in a dazzling strapless Simkhai gown priced at a cool $795, Reese brought out a Marilyn Monroe-esque glamour with a modern flair. Paired with a luxuriously oversized fur coat, it was clear Reese was here to make a statement—one that extended all the way to her newly blonde, ash-colored locks. Who knew the WNBA’s very own star would go all-out Hollywood blonde? It was the kind of entrance that made heads turn, jaws drop, and social media go wild.
But while Reese strutted her stuff with all the confidence of a seasoned runway pro, she admitted that, in the past, her style journey hasn’t always been so effortless. In a tell-all interview with Harper’s Bazaar, the 6-foot-3 forward confessed her biggest fashion regret: heels. Yes, heels—the sworn enemy of many a tall girl. “Back in the day, I couldn’t stand them,” she admitted, echoing a sentiment felt by tall women everywhere. For years, she avoided the added height at all costs, letting her natural stature do the talking. But now? She’s embracing them with open arms (and open toes), saying she’s “super confident” and ready to experiment with her look.
The struggle to find clothes that actually fit has also been a consistent theme in her journey. “Long arms and legs don’t just help you on the court—they make you a magnet for ill-fitting clothes!” Reese joked, playfully suggesting that fashion brands need to step up their game. “Tall girl sponsorship, anyone?”
But Reese’s journey from a heel-hating teen to a CFDA red-carpet stunner tells a larger story about embracing self-confidence. And in her words, she’s more than ready to “switch things up.” So, watch out world—Angel Reese isn’t just here to play ball; she’s here to break barriers and shatter stereotypes.