Angel Reese’s outfit at Met Gala leaves fans stunned as she shows love for fashion

Chicago Sky star and three-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese was among the attendees of the 2025 Met Gala, with the forward donning a Thom Browne dress for the event

 

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - MAY 02: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky waits to shoot a free throw during the second half of a preseason game against the Brazil National Team at Pete Maravich Assembly Center on May 02, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tyler Kaufman/Getty Images)
Angel Reese dazzled at the 2025 Met Gala(Image: Tyler Kaufman, Getty Images)

Social media was abuzz with reactions to Angel Reese’s Met Gala ensemble.

The Chicago Sky forward, currently in preseason, took time out for the esteemed event, a highlight she’d been eagerly anticipating as indicated by her social media post following Chicago’s 89-62 victory over the Brazilian National Team. Notably, honorary Met Gala co-chair LeBron James was absent due to a knee injury sustained in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Adhering to the “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” theme, Reese donned a lace-up dress crafted by Thom Browne. The outfit quickly became a talking point among fans on social media, with many voicing their opinions on the Sky star’s Met Gala appearance.

“She is stunningly beautiful,” one admirer commented on X, responding to the WNBA’s post spotlighting the star’s evening attire. “Definitely one of the best dressed of the night!!” another fan chimed in.

The majority of fans agreed that Reese’s outfit was a showstopper, with some drawing comparisons to her dress from last year’s event, and others favoring this year’s look. The star forward also served as a Host Committee Member, joining the likes of Sha’Carri Richardson and Lewis Hamilton.

“The Costume Institute’s spring 2025 exhibition will explore the cultural and historical impact of the Black dandy, tracing its origins back to the enlightened society of 18th-century Europe and following its evolution in metropolitan centers across the globe,” explained the Met about selecting the unique theme.

The 22-year-old sports talent shared her experience of harmoniously blending athletics and style throughout her life. Reese delved into her past during a Vogue interview and discussed how her twin passions for fashion and sports converged.

Angel Reese attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City
Reese wore a lace-up number crafted by Thom Browne(Image: Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)

“It’s always been both: basketball and fashion,” Reese stated. “But I was a fashion girlie from young too. Like – let me find this picture my mom sent – I was always in my mom’s closet, putting on her stuff. I liked to carry a purse. Hair done. I wanted to look put together. I still do.”

As Reese took center stage at the event, notable absence was basketball icon James, who cited a knee injury from the playoffs as his reason for skipping out, conveying his disappointment on social media.

“Unfortunately because of my knee injury I sustained at the end of the season I won’t be able to attend the Met Gala in NY tonight as so many people have been asking and congratulating me on!” James shared on X.

“Hate to miss an historical event! My beautiful powerful Queen will be there holding the castle down as she always has done!”.

fans Loved Angel Reese’s Outfit at the 2025 Met Gala

Angel Reese at the 2025 Met Gala. Angel Reese at the 2025 Met Gala. / Savion Washington/Getty Images

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For the second year in a row, Angel Reese is turning heads at the Met Gala.

The WNBA star arrived in a black ensemble that had fans cheering. She was one of a number of athletes who showed up.

The Chicago Sky forward is on the Met Gala host committee this year. In 2024, her outfit drew similar raves from fans.

Reese is entering her second WNBA season in 2025 after a wildly successful rookie campaign. She led the league in rebounds last year while being named to the All-Rookie Team and an All-Star. The 22-year-old averaged 13.6 pounds, 13.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.3 steals in 32.5 minutes per game. She followed that up by winning the Unrivaled 3-on-3 league with Rose BC and being named the league’s Defensive Player of the Year.

She has become a huge star and her appearances at the Met Gala have shown that her star power goes far beyond the basketball court.