Angel Reese shines at Met Gala 2026, bringing old Hollywood style and spotlight to women’s sports
TOI GLOBAL DESK | TOI GLOBAL | May 06, 2026, 02:49 IST
Angel Reese shines at Met Gala 2026, bringing old Hollywood style and spotlight to women’s sports
Angel Reeseturned heads at theMet Gala 2026, arriving in a soft pink custom look byAltuzarrathat embraced the “Costume Art” theme with old Hollywood elegance. TheAtlanta Dreamforward completed her outfit with a diamond necklace featuring a pink pendant, along with a bold beauty change featuring jet black hair and full glam styling. Reese, attending for the third consecutive year, emphasized the importance of visibility for women’s sports on major cultural platforms, calling it an extension of building the game’s brand. She joined other prominent athletes includingVenus Williams,A'ja Wilson, andRenee Montgomery. Reese’s consistent presence at the Met Gala highlights her growing influence beyond basketball as she continues to elevate women athletes in global spaces.
Angel Reese made sure all eyes were on her at the Met Gala 2026, showing up in a soft pink gown that gave full old Hollywood energy. The Atlanta Dream forward returned to the carpet for the third straight year and used the moment to once again bring attention to women’s sports on one of fashion’s biggest nights.
Her outfit matched the night’s theme, “Costume Art,” as she wore a custom Altuzarra dress with a classic, elegant feel. She completed the look with a diamond necklace that had a pink pendant, keeping everything clean and on theme. Reese also switched things up before the event, going for jet black hair along with fresh nails and a full glam look.
“It’s just another expansion of women’s sports and continuing to build our brand outside of just being a basketball player,” Reese said ahead of the event. She also mentioned how moments like this should become normal, with more WNBA players getting the same kind of spotlight.
Reese has been consistent with her appearances at the Met Gala. In 2024, she wore a custom mint-green 16Arlington gown for her debut. In 2025, she followed it up with a black-and-white Thom Browne outfit that matched the theme focused on tailoring Black style. This year, she leaned fully into a vintage-inspired look and stood out again.
She was not the only athlete present. Venus Williams served as one of the co-chairs, while A'ja Wilson was part of the host committee. Renee Montgomery also made an appearance, adding to the growing list of women athletes showing up at major cultural events.
“There are gonna be some WNBA players there tonight, and I’m excited to see them,” Reese said.
Her outfit matched the night’s theme, “Costume Art,” as she wore a custom Altuzarra dress with a classic, elegant feel. She completed the look with a diamond necklace that had a pink pendant, keeping everything clean and on theme. Reese also switched things up before the event, going for jet black hair along with fresh nails and a full glam look.
“It’s just another expansion of women’s sports and continuing to build our brand outside of just being a basketball player,” Reese said ahead of the event. She also mentioned how moments like this should become normal, with more WNBA players getting the same kind of spotlight.
Reese has been consistent with her appearances at the Met Gala. In 2024, she wore a custom mint-green 16Arlington gown for her debut. In 2025, she followed it up with a black-and-white Thom Browne outfit that matched the theme focused on tailoring Black style. This year, she leaned fully into a vintage-inspired look and stood out again.
She was not the only athlete present. Venus Williams served as one of the co-chairs, while A'ja Wilson was part of the host committee. Renee Montgomery also made an appearance, adding to the growing list of women athletes showing up at major cultural events.
“There are gonna be some WNBA players there tonight, and I’m excited to see them,” Reese said.