A DREAM COME TRUE: Angel Reese Becomes First Athlete to Rip the Victoria's Secret Runway
(TSN): WNBA star Angel Reese debuted as the first athlete to walk the runway on a Vicoria's Secret show on Wednesday. From the basketball court to the catwalk, the Chicago Sky center has come a long way from her days as an Instagram beauty influencer. She shared on Instagram that she hired a modeling coach to perfect her walk.
Reese walked in the “Wings Reveal” lineup (the segment where models are presented with angel wings).
For her first look, she wore a pink floral lingerie set with blossoms and lace detailing, and a dramatic feathered stole.
Her second look -- a pink cut-out tee over a matching bra and panties, paired with silver-and-white angel wings and silver strappy sandals.
Sharing that it was a "dream come true," her participation is being seen as a crossover between sports and high fashion, and a symbol that boundaries between branding, athletics, and modeling are evolving.
Reese has long expressed admiration for Victoria’s Secret and had publicly “manifested” walking in the show.
Stylist Law Roach, a longtime collaborator and friend, is credited with helping guide her fashion journey and supporting the move.