As the WNBA players battle it out on the court, they still bring the heat with their summer-inspired outfits in the tunnel. Continuing a survey of the top summer trends, the players have introduced more focus into their outfits with accessories, color coordination, and bold messaging. 

While holding sneakers in their pre-game outfits has become a way for players to debut new pairs of footwear, players are now planning their clothing to match their personalized designs. Under Armour athletes Kelsey Plum and Laeticia Amihere call attention to their PEs with their choice of shorts. Other players send messages through their choice of slogan baby tees or patterns on their materials. 

Other players are catching the last moments to wear trending summer styles, bringing oversized tops and the Beyoncé-inspired cowboy look into the tunnel. Moving away from classic athlete styles or pieces, discover how players are styling their pre-game looks through a unique, young, and distinctly female lens.

Players have been expressing the idea of girlhood through their baby tees, like Kamilla Cardoso's 'I'm Literally Just a Girl' top. Channeling Y2K styles through revived brands like Rickea Jackson's True Religion or Mikiah Herbert Harrigan's Ed Hardy baby tee, they enhance their throwback look with cargo miniskirts. 

Baby Tees

Holding their PE sneakers while doing their pre-game tunnel walks, players are coordinating their apparel to their footwear colorways. Under Armour athlete Laeticia Amihere wears patterns that pay homage to her cultural heritage while Kelsey Plum debuts a new fruit-inspired variation. Reebok athlete Angel Reese wears both apparel and footwear from her new collection, with shining jewelry and a Chanel purse-- all Angel's signature accessories. 

Shoe Coordination

The sports jersey has always been a hit in the tunnel, but last season's popular jersey dress has been swapped out for very oversized jerseys. Both Sydney Colson and Angel Reese pair their jerseys with equally large shorts and dramatic heels. Erica Wheeler and Rhyne Howard go the streetwear route with their jersey selection, but color coordinate their entire look to match.

Oversized Jersey

Veteran players A'ja Wilson and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton are taking bedazzled denim to the next level. While bedazzled or metallic elements in pre-game outfits have become extremely popular this season, these players have shining elements throughout their outfit-- hoop earrings, jewelry and sharp silver shoes.

Bedazzled Denim

Cowboy boots and Western-inspired styles have finally debuted in the tunnel this season. Representing different regions in the league, Jordan Horston, Crystal Dangerfield and Kayla Thornton all place their personal spin on these boots. Horston and Dangerfield fully commit to their look, with a hat, while Thornton goes for a more, city-ready denim look.

Cowboy Boots

WNBA reporter Kirsten Chen writes a lifestyle & fashion column on WNBA.com throughout the season and can be reached on Twitter through @hotgothwriter. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the WNBA or its clubs.

As the WNBA players battle it out on the court, they still bring the heat with their summer-inspired outfits in the tunnel. Continuing a survey of the top summer trends, the players have introduced more focus into their outfits with accessories, color coordination, and bold messaging. 



While holding sneakers in their pre-game outfits has become a way for players to debut new pairs of footwear, players are now planning their clothing to match their personalized designs. Under Armour athletes Kelsey Plum and Laeticia Amihere call attention to their PEs with their choice of shorts. Other players send messages through their choice of slogan baby tees or patterns on their materials. 



Other players are catching the last moments to wear trending summer styles, bringing oversized tops and the Beyoncé-inspired cowboy look into the tunnel. Moving away from classic athlete styles or pieces, discover how players are styling their pre-game looks through a unique, young, and distinctly female lens.





 WNBA reporter Kirsten Chen writes a lifestyle &amp; fashion column on WNBA.com throughout the season and can be reached on Twitter through @hotgothwriter. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the WNBA or its clubs.

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Leading up to this season's month-long break, WNBA players have been interviewed about how they intend to spend their time. While they've emphasized the need for balance and to continue training, most players have planned vacations to create essential time for rest and relaxation.&nbsp;

The idea of vacation allows players to interpret their style in a more laid-back, tropical state of mind instead of the city-ready outfits they bring to the tunnel. Turning to social media to share their out-of-town style, the majority of players have traded in their streetwear-inspired outfits or coordinating sets for easy, oversized garments.&nbsp;

While the players' tunnel outfits represent their mindset leading up to the game, discover how they're dressing during their break from tunnel style:&nbsp;

Michaela Onyenwere cultivates an easy, breezy vibe on her vacation with a sheer purple dress from Pink Plastic. Keeping her accessories to a minimum, Onyenwere wears an ankle bracelet and an assortment of thin, mixed metal necklaces. Compared to her style in the tunnel, this look feels more minimal than Onyenwere's streetwear-inspired outfits but equally as girly.

Michaela Onyenwere

Dana Evans proves that she's taking her style seriously, even when she's not hustling with the Chicago Sky. She prefers bright, bold colors with a textured green dress, which perfectly matches the details on her vintage Louis Vuitton purse. Like her edgy style in the tunnel, Evans wears a square-toed, heeled flip-flop instead of a more conventional heel.

Dana Evans

Diamond DeShields spends her time off by taking a mental vacation and finding inspiration in contemporary art. To match her intellectual interests, she wears a space-patterned button-up shirt with khaki shorts and matching khaki slip-on shoes. Unlike her structured, coordinating outfits in the tunnel, this oversized, cozy fit encapsulates her energy during the break.

Diamond DeShields

Joyner Holmes uses her vacation time to push tropical aesthetics into a more modern style with a distressed maxi dress. Her choice of a structured purse with a bamboo look allows Holmes to tap into trends that haven't been seen in the tunnel. While Holmes typically wears leather and other textures in the tunnel, this look feels a lot more simple.

Joyner Holmes

Lexie Hull is making the most of her time off, from appearing onstage with country music star Jordan Davis and taking a tropical vacation. She wears a long grey maxi dress with a pair of platform straw sandals and minimal accessories. With Hull's bright colors and patterns in the tunnel, it's rare to see her in a very minimal look with neutral colors. 

Lexie Hull

Dorka Juhász has used her style this season to show a more fun side of her personality with statement t-shirts and pastel colors. On vacation, she keeps things playful with a baby blue maxi dress with cut-outs and a single bracelet. Matching with her Instax camera, Juhász has mastered the art of using outfits to communicate about her off-court interests and personality. 

Dorka Juhász

Leading up to this season&#8217;s month-long break, WNBA players have been interviewed about how they intend to spend their time. While they&#8217;ve emphasized the need for balance and to continue training, most players have planned vacations to create essential time for rest and relaxation.&nbsp;



The idea of vacation allows players to interpret their style in a more laid-back, tropical state of mind instead of the city-ready outfits they bring to the tunnel. Turning to social media to share their out-of-town style, the majority of players have traded in their streetwear-inspired outfits or coordinating sets for easy, oversized garments.&nbsp;



While the players&#8217; tunnel outfits represent their mindset leading up to the game, discover how they&#8217;re dressing during their break from tunnel style:&nbsp;









WNBA reporter Kirsten Chen writes a lifestyle &amp; fashion column on WNBA.com throughout the season and can be reached on Twitter through @hotgothwriter. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the WNBA or its clubs.

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The W in Designer '24: A Break From Tunnel Style

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As the discussion of style in the WNBA continues to grow, tunnel outfits offer a strong opportunity for that player-to-fan connection by proving that players are ‘just like us.’ In recent seasons, their tunnel outfits have strongly reflected the viral accessories, style trends, and aesthetics that dominate social media. 
Now, 40% of people between the ages of 25 and 34 have cited social media as their source of style inspiration. With the average age of a WNBA player reported at 27.3, it is highly likely that these players and their stylists are shaping their next outfits from online inspiration. From using ties as accessories to pairing open shirts with bras, each of the trends that these players select makes sense for athletes– placing new, contemporary twists on classic, formal athlete pre-game looks. 
By keeping up with the latest trends, the visual synchronicity between players’ styles and exciting styles on social media strengthens their status as authentic influencers. These women confirm that they’re on the pulse of style, ready to inspire their record-breaking followers and fans across their platforms. 
Ahead of WNBA All-Star Weekend, discover how the players have represented top summer trends in their tunnel outfits: 
<h3 style="text-align: center">TIES </h3>
<div id="attachment_188592" style="width: 1290px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-188592" class="wp-image-188592 size-full" src="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-1.jpg" alt="Dearica Hamby, Victoria Vivians, Tiffany Mitchell and Courtney Williams" width="1280" height="853" srcset="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-1.jpg 1280w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-1-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" />The tie evokes historical moments and celebrations for players, so it’s fun when players are able to wear them as accessories. While Dearica Hamby and Courtney Williams pair their tie with more casual clothing, Victoria Vivians and Tiffany Mitchell commit to a more formal look with contrasting mini skirts.</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: center">WHITE SOCKS AND LOAFERS</h3>
<div id="attachment_188593" style="width: 1290px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-188593" class="wp-image-188593 size-full" src="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-2.jpg" alt="Monique Billings, Diamond DeShields, Stefanie Dolson and Jordan Horston" width="1280" height="853" srcset="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-2.jpg 1280w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-2-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" />While most players still wear snazzy sneakers, this season has seen the rise of slouchy white socks and shiny loafers. Pairing their loafers with more relaxed summer clothing, Monique Billings, Diamond DeShields, Stephanie Dolson, and Jordan Horston bring this polished footwear choice to the tunnel.</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: center">OPEN SHIRTS AND BRAS </h3>
<div id="attachment_188594" style="width: 1290px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-188594" class="wp-image-188594 size-full" src="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-3.jpg" alt="Nika Mühl, Sophie Cunnungham, Alanna Smith and Marina Mabrey" width="1280" height="853" srcset="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-3.jpg 1280w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-3-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-3-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" />With sports bras as an obvious option for tunnel outfits, players have stepped up this styling by wearing bras with interesting cuts and open, buttoned shirts or jackets. While Nika Mühl and Sophie Cunningham wear pants with this combination for extra contrast, Alanna Smith and Marina Mabrey pursue color coordination with skirts or shorts.</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: center">CROCHET DETAILING</h3>
<div id="attachment_188595" style="width: 1290px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-188595" class="wp-image-188595 size-full" src="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-4.jpg" alt="Monique Billings, Kahleah Copper, NaLyssa Smith, Rae Burrell" width="1280" height="853" srcset="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-4.jpg 1280w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-4-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-4-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" />Handmade or D.I.Y. fashion like crochet brings a soft, playful edge to players’ tunnel outfits. While Monique Billings centers her outfit around a crocheted skirt, players like Kahleah Copper, NaLyssa Smith and Rae Burrell select crochet accessories for a contrast against their sleek apparel.</div>
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<h3 style="text-align: center">CORSET COMBINATIONS</h3>
<div id="attachment_188596" style="width: 1290px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-188596" class="wp-image-188596 size-full" src="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-5.jpg" alt="Liz Dixon, Isabelle Harrison, Olivia Nelson-Ododa, Napheesa Collier" width="1280" height="853" srcset="https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-5.jpg 1280w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-5-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/4/2024/07/thewindesigner-summertrends-5-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" />Corset tops have been all the rage this season, but Liz Dixon and Isabelle Harrison have taken a bold approach by pairing them with shiny, scrunched pants. On the end of the style spectrum, some players like Olivia Nelson-Ododa and Napheesa Collier wear corsets with loose, formal pants.</div>
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WNBA reporter Kirsten Chen writes a lifestyle &amp; fashion column on WNBA.com throughout the season and can be reached on Twitter through @hotgothwriter. The views on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the WNBA or its clubs

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CAREER TRANSACTIONS:
<ul>
<li>2018: Selected 3rd overall in the 2018 WNBA Draft by the Chicago Sky.</li>
<li>2022: Traded to the Phoenix Mercury on a sign-and-trade deal with the Chicago Sky.</li>
<li>2023: Traded to the Dallas Wings prior to the 2023 season. </li>
<li>2024: Signed a one-year deal as a free agent with the Chicago Sky.</li>
<li>2025: Signed a one-year deal as a free agent with the Connecticut Sun.</li>
</ul>
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
<ul>
<li>WNBA Champion (2021)</li>
<li>WNBA All-Star (2019)</li>
<li>WNBA All-Star Skills Challenge Champion (2019)</li>
<li>All-WNBA Second Team (2019)</li>
<li>WNBA All-Rookie Team (2018)</li>
</ul>
2024 SEASON WITH CHICAGO:
<ul>
<li>Appeared in 32 regular season games for the Sky, starting in 10. </li>
<li>Averaged 4.5 points, 1.4 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game.</li>
<li>Notched a season-high 16 points against Dallas on May 18. </li>
<li>Grabbed a season-high five rebounds on two occasions (5/18 vs. DAL and 7/5 vs. SEA).</li>
<li>Recorded 2,000 career-points against Indiana on August 30.</li>
<li>Played in her 150th career-game against Washington on June 6.</li>
</ul>
2023 SEASON WITH DALLAS:
<ul>
<li>Missed the 2023 season due to a knee injury.</li>
</ul>
2022 SEASON WITH PHOENIX:
<ul>
<li>Appeared in 30 regular season games for the Mercury, starting in 19. </li>
<li>Averaged 13.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.0 steals per game.</li>
<li>Notched a season-high 25 points against New York on August 6.</li>
<li>Grabbed a season-high 10 rebounds against Dallas on June 25. </li>
<li>Dished out a career-high 10 assists against Minnesota on August 10.</li>
<li>Tied her career-high with five steals against Atlanta on May 29.</li>
<li>Recorded 1,500 career-points against Seattle on May 11.</li>
<li>Recorded 500 career-rebounds against Los Angeles on May 25.</li>
</ul>
2021 SEASON WITH CHICAGO:
<ul>
<li>WNBA Champion</li>
<li>Appeared 32 regular season games for the Sky, starting in 22.</li>
<li>Averaged 11.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game.</li>
<li>Tied her career-high with 30 points against Indiana on September 19.</li>
<li>Grabbed a season-high nine rebounds against Atlanta on May 25.</li>
<li>Appeared in 10 postseason contests for the Sky, averaging 5.5 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game.</li>
</ul>
2020 SEASON WITH CHICAGO:
<ul>
<li>Appeared in 13 regular season contests for the Sky. Averaged 6.9 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game. Notched a season-high 14 points against Connecticut on August 8. Dished out a season-high five assists on two occasions (7/30 vs. MIN and 8/1 vs. WAS).</li>
</ul>
2019 SEASON WITH CHICAGO:
<ul>
<li>All-WNBA Second Team and the Associated Press All WNBA Second Team.</li>
<li>WNBA All-Star</li>
<li>WNBA All-Star Skills Challenge Champion</li>
<li>Appeared and started in 34 regular season contests for the Sky. </li>
<li>Averaged a career-best 16.2 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game. </li>
<li>Recorded a career-high 30 points against Connecticut on September 6.</li>
<li>Grabbed a career-high 12 rebounds against Atlanta on August 3.</li>
<li>Tallied a career-high four offensive rebounds against Washington on June 5. </li>
<li>Appeared and started in two postseason contests for the Sky.</li>
<li>Averaged 24.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game during the postseason.</li>
<li>Logged a postseason career-high 25 points against Phoenix on September 11.</li>
</ul>
2018 SEASON WITH CHICAGO:
<ul>
<li>Named to the WNBA All-Rookie Team and the Associated Press All Rookie Team.</li>
<li>Appeared in 34 regular season contests for the Sky, starting in 33. </li>
<li>Averaged 14.4 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.</li>
<li>Notched a season-high 28 points against Minnesota on August 14.</li>
<li>Grabbed a season-high 11 rebounds against Atlanta on June 27.</li>
<li>Dished out a season-high eight assists against Dallas on July 20.</li>
</ul>
OVERSEAS CAREER:
<ul>
<li>2018: CBK Mersin (Turkey)</li>
<li>2021-2022: Berretta Famila Schio (Italy)</li>
</ul>
COLLEGE CAREER:
<ul>
<li>Played her freshman season at the University of North Carolina (2013-2014). </li>
<li>Picked up First Team All-ACC, USBWA National Freshman of the Year, ACC Rookie of the Year and ACC All-Freshman Team honors. </li>
<li>Finished her collegiate career at the University of Tennessee (2014-2017).</li>
<li>Named First-team All-SEC (2017) and led the Lady Vols in scoring during her senior campaign at 17.4 points per game.</li>
</ul>