The WNBA Finals continues with Game 2 on Monday night.
TheGolden State Valkyries looked confident heading into the matchup against the Atlanta Dream. Up 1-0, the Valkyries brought their A game with their fashion statements.
Their opponent, on the other hand, toned down their looks and mostly wore sweatsuits, possibly to focus extra hard on not going further in a hole. But one Dream player who is known for her bold fashion did not take her foot off the gas.
TheWNBA is celebrating 30 years this season and has been reflecting on its history. Hall of Famer Tina Thompson was a co-host of E!'s orange carpet pregame show and explained how the league's stance on player fashion has evolved.
"We had a business casual dress code in the WNBA, so our style was
a little regulated," she reflected. "But I was kind of a rebel, so you know, I would throw in a little Jean Paul Gaultier Fuzzi knit under there and just kinda push the envelope a little bit."
She would fit right into today's scene where personal expression is embraced like never before.
Here's the best looks of the WNBA Finals Game 2:
Kaila Charles
Kaila Charles impressed again with this cropped patchwork top and pleated brown trousers. The top has bright colors and geometric prints and fits her incredibly well.
“I feel like my fashion range is from tomboy, street fashion to like chic," she told E! on the orange carpet. "So today, I was just feeling a little chic. I wanted to get this African print going on and just have fun with it.”
Death, taxes, and @_kailacharles making our jaw drops during Arrivals.@Rakuten | Arrivals pic.twitter.com/FRmiKXlDpT
— Golden State Valkyries (@valkyries) October 19, 2026
Janelle Salaün
Janelle Salaün rocked head-to-toe adidas and her black tracksuit with red stripes is from their collaboration with Willy Chavarria. The New York-based designer is one of the biggest names in fashion right now, so have to give props to this.
the theme is: tracksuit 🤝@Rakuten | Arrivals pic.twitter.com/aZQrIljJQN
— Golden State Valkyries (@valkyries) October 19, 2026
Tiffany Hayes
Tiffany Hayes made a statement in a partnership with Cora to remind everyone how tough women athletes are. Her T-shirt says, "Women play sports all month long." If you know, you know.
And the monochromatic look was simply cool.
lowkey @tiphayes3 rn and we're loving it @Rakuten | Arrivals pic.twitter.com/znLvGGdJFH
— Golden State Valkyries (@valkyries) October 19, 2026
DeWanna Bonner
Several Dream players wore sweatsuits, but DeWanna Bonner stood out in this Nike one in a pretty mauve color. The pleated sleeves are a nice touch.
There were a lot of sweatsuits and tracksuits in the tunnel for Game 2 of the WNBA Finals.
— Victoria Hernandez (@LadyViii) October 20, 2026
DeWanna Bonner stood out because of this fantastic color and the pleated sleeves.
📷 @AtlantaDream pic.twitter.com/TTcfsmc5Vj
Miela Sowah
Miela Sowah was fantastic in this Barbie pink suit. The white bandeau underneath makes it flirty and the high-waisted pants and oversized jacket are proportioned to perfection.
Ready for a lil Ballhalla business ⚔️@Rakuten | Arrivals pic.twitter.com/Wk8pHJZGAZ
— Golden State Valkyries (@valkyries) October 19, 2026
Laeticia Amihere
Laeticia Amihere was stunning in this flowing shirt and pants set. The leaf pattern is beautifully tranquil and the long cloak is very regal.
Laeticia Amihere was regal in this flowing outfit ahead of Game 2 of the WNBA Finals.
— Victoria Hernandez (@LadyViii) October 20, 2026
📷 @valkyries pic.twitter.com/E1cH7REFuw
Angel Reese
You can’t go wrong with a LBD (little black dress for those who don't know) and Angel Reese looked flawless. Her dress had frills in the front and back and she put a single diamond necklace around the high neckline. It was exquisite.
"Angel has taken athlete fashion to another level," actress Lilly Singh said of Reese's influence while hosting the E! orange carpet pregame show.
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