Angel Reese Receives New Nickname After Pregame Outfit Goes Viral

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese was turning heads with her recent pregame outfit prior to the team's home matchup against the Las Vegas Aces. WNBA fans reacted to the outfit, sharing high praise for Reese, and the rookie earned a new nickname.

Fans called Reese "Fendi Barbie" as she walked into the stadium wearing a Tom Ford shirt, an oversized jacket, and dazzling boots. The one thing that made the fit pop out was Reese's white and gold Fendi purse.

Reese, now known by various nicknames, including Bayou Barbie, Baltimore Barbie, and Chi-Barbie, is a rookie who has quickly established herself as a star in the league. Her influence, however, extends beyond the court, as she continues to captivate fans with her off-court activities, ensuring her name remains in the spotlight.

Reese will have a chance to face off against the WNBA MVP frontrunner on Thursday in A'ja Wilson. She's called Wilson one of her role models in the game of basketball, so it'll be interesting to see how the two compete against each other.

The rookie's stardom on and off the court has been unprecedented, but it's clear Fendi Barbie has helped lead major change in the WNBA's popularity. The post from "AngelAndKamilla" on X that shared Reese's nickname currently has over 175 retweets and 13k views.

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