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.


<p>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. </p>



<p>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. </p>



<p>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.</p>





<p><br><em>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.</em></p>


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The W in Designer '24: Top Summer Trends Part II

<p><span style="font-weight: 400">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. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">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.</span><span style="font-weight: 400"> 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. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">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. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Ahead of WNBA All-Star Weekend, discover how the players have represented top summer trends in their tunnel outfits: </span></p>
<h3 style="text-align: center"><b>TIES </b></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" /><p id="caption-attachment-188592" class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
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<h3 style="text-align: center"><b>WHITE SOCKS AND LOAFERS</b></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" /><p id="caption-attachment-188593" class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
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<h3 style="text-align: center"><b>OPEN SHIRTS AND BRAS </b></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" /><p id="caption-attachment-188594" class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
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<h3 style="text-align: center"><b>CROCHET DETAILING</b></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" /><p id="caption-attachment-188595" class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
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<h3 style="text-align: center"><b>CORSET COMBINATIONS</b></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" /><p id="caption-attachment-188596" class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
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<p><em>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</em></p>


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Liz Dixon

<p>Liz Dixon (born September 29, 2000) is a forward for the Phoenix Mercury. She played college basketball at Louisville.</p>
