Talk about making an entrance! Paige Bueckers, the first overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, was seen walking around New York City in an outfit that has the internet buzzing. Ahead of her home opener for the Dallas Wings on Friday, May 16, Bueckers is already embracing the pro lifestyle with high fashion. Let’s take a look at her sleek look.
WNBA Draft First Overall Pick Paige Bueckers Rocks Bold Outfit in NYC
Gone were the familiar double braids that became her signature look during her college days at UConn. Instead, Bueckers arrived sporting loose, wavy hair and a show-stopping custom black pantsuit by Coach that literally sparkled with every step.
The suit featured what fashion insiders called “liquid rhinestone cascades” – basically, the outfit shimmered like nothing else at the event.
But Bueckers didn’t stop there. She paired the dazzling suit with chunky black Coach loafers and carried an oversized black purse with a gold chain that was impossible to miss.
Later that night, she switched things up again with a sleek pulled-back hairstyle and a second black suit featuring sequinned lapels, plus some eye-catching silver jewelry and statement rings.
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While visiting the “Big Apple,” Bueckers was also seen in a stylish getup, featuring an olive leather jacket, plaid flannel, and jeans. Like her draft look, her hair is down.
“I want versatility and non-conformity,” Bueckers explained about her fashion choices. “I want to keep people intrigued and thinking, ‘What is this girl doing?'”
Why the hair change? Bueckers kept it real. “I wanted to give my hair a break and try something new,” she explained.
Her stylist, Brittany Hampton, revealed there was strategy behind the glamour, describing the look as “power dressing” meant to reflect this new chapter in Paige’s life and career.
More Than Fashion: Making a Statement on Women’s Basketball
The timing couldn’t have been better for Bueckers to flex her fashion muscles. As the projected No. 1 overall pick by the Dallas Wings, all eyes were already on her. The outfit wasn’t just about looking good – it was Bueckers announcing to the world that she’s ready for the spotlight of professional basketball.
It’s worth noting that Coach recently became a long-term partner of the WNBA, joining luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and Ralph Lauren that are increasingly connecting with women’s basketball. This trend shows how the league is growing beyond just sports into cultural influence.
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WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert pointed out that players like Bueckers “exist at the crossroads of sports, culture, and fashion,” with opportunities to build their personal brands nationally and globally.
For Bueckers, fashion seems to be part of a bigger business plan. She recently signed a three-year deal with the Unrivaled League that reportedly pays her more in the first year than her entire initial WNBA contract. Looking good isn’t just about the ‘gram – it’s about building a brand that extends far beyond the basketball court.
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