Sport and style officially collided last night—and it looked very good. Coach returned for its second season as the official handbag partner of the WNBA, taking over the Draft’s Orange Carpet with a lineup of custom looks that proved athletes are the new fashion It-girls.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 13: Gabriela Jaquez of UCLA arrives prior to the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed on April 13, 2026 in New York City. 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 Cindy Ord/Getty Images) 
Raven Johnson at the 2026 WNBA Draft held at The Shed at Hudson Yards on April 13, 2026 in New York, New York. (Photo by Kristina Bumphrey/WWD via Getty Images) 
NEW YORK, NY – APRIL 13: Lauren Betts poses for a photo on the Orange Carpet during the 2026 WNBA draft on April 13, 2026 at The Shed in New York, New York 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Catalina Fragoso/NBAE via Getty Images) 
Kiki Rice at the 2026 WNBA Draft held at The Shed at Hudson Yards on April 13, 2026 in New York, New York. (Photo by Kristina Bumphrey/WWD via Getty Images) 
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – APRIL 13: Azzi Fudd of UConn arrives prior to the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed on April 13, 2026 in New York City. 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 Cindy Ord/Getty Images)
Draft prospects Azzi Fudd, Lauren Betts, Kiki Rice, Gabriela Jaquez, and Raven Johnson stepped out in one-of-a-kind Coach looks designed by Creative Director Stuart Vevers—each outfit tailored to reflect their individual style and personality.
The vibe? Think film noir meets modern edge. From sequined slip dresses with a loveworn finish to deconstructed tailoring and patchwork textures, the collection played with romance, rebellion, and a little bit of ‘90s attitude. And of course, each look was paired with a signature Coach bag moment—because what’s a red carpet without the perfect arm candy?
More than just a fashion play, the partnership signals something bigger: a shift in how we see athletes—not just as competitors, but as cultural tastemakers shaping what’s next in style.
Game on, but make it fashion. —Noa Nichol
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April 18th, 2026 at 6:20 am
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