Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese brought her signature blend of athletic power and high-fashion confidence to the GQ Men of the Year 2026 party, turning heads on the red carpet at the Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles on November 12.
Reese arrived in a striking all-black look that balanced structure and fluidity.
Angel Reese Stuns in Sleek Black on the GQ Men of the Year 2026 Red Carpet
The dress featured a fitted sweetheart-neckline bodice that transitioned into soft, draped fabric across the hips, with a dramatic high slit and an asymmetrical, flowing hem that moved with her. She paired it with strappy black high-heeled sandals, layered necklaces that included a bold choker, and statement rings.
Her hair was pulled into a sleek high style that emphasized her face, and she posed with hands on hips in a confident, commanding stance against the event’s vivid red backdrop emblazoned with the GQ and “Men of the Year” branding.
Page Six and others quickly highlighted the appearance, with coverage noting how the WNBA standout “stuns” in the look. It fits neatly into Reese’s established reputation as one of the most stylish athletes in the league—someone who routinely turns tunnel walks into runway moments with pieces from designers including Chanel, Gucci, Balmain, and Thom Browne.
The outing comes after a transformative 2026 season for the 24-year-old. Traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream in April, Reese thrived in her new environment. She earned Defensive Player of the Year honors, set WNBA single-season records with over 500 rebounds (including a league-high offensive rebound total), averaged strong double-double numbers, and helped lead the Dream to their first Finals appearance since 2013.
Atlanta fell in a historic seven-game series to the Golden State Valkyries, but Reese’s impact on both the court and the franchise’s visibility was widely recognized.
The GQ event itself marked the magazine’s 31st Men of the Year celebration. Hosted at the iconic Chateau Marmont and featuring co-hosts including Matt Damon, Andrew Garfield, and Chris Rock, the night drew a star-studded crowd of actors, musicians, and cultural figures. Reese’s presence underscored the growing crossover between elite women’s sports and mainstream fashion and entertainment circles.
From LSU national champion to three-time WNBA All-Star, Defensive Player of the Year, and now a fashion fixture on major red carpets, Reese continues to expand her profile far beyond the basketball court. Her GQ appearance is another reminder that the “Bayou Barbie” (or ATL Barbie, as Atlanta fans have embraced her) moves just as comfortably in couture as she does under the rim.
