Fashion in the WNBA is no longer just about pregame fits, it’s about identity, empowerment, and confidence. Few players embody this more than Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham, who has been making waves not only with her performance on the court but also with her bold and refreshing approach to personal style.
Known for her grit and energy, Sophie Cunningham is stepping into a new spotlight that goes beyond basketball. Her fashion choices are catching attention, not just because they look great, but because they reflect who she is at her core confident, bold, and unapologetically herself.
Standing at 6’1, Cunningham admitted that embracing her frame didn’t always come easy. In her new show, Beyond Basketball with Sophie Cunningham, she candidly shared:
“It’s not easy being like 6’1″ 160 lbs girl. Like, let’s be honest, my shoulders are wide, I look like a brick. But you know what, I embrace that … whoever you are, just be confident in that, because that’s gonna be your biggest superpower one day.”
Her words highlight how she has transformed self-doubt into empowerment, a message that resonates far beyond sports.
When it comes to style, Cunningham blends femininity with comfort, proving that athletes don’t need to stick to one lane. Some days it’s a dress and heels, other days it’s an oversized tee and sneakers. As she puts it:
“For me, like I like to express myself being girly, being super feminine and like dressing up… I really wake up, see how I feel and then go from there.”
Sophie credits her mother and aunt, both tall women for helping shape her sense of style. Their influence gave her and her sister the confidence to experiment with fashion, showing that role models at home play a huge part in how athletes embrace who they are in the public eye.
Her authenticity shows even in less-than-perfect moments. On one game day, Cunningham’s car broke down, forcing her to walk to the Fever facility in heels. Despite arriving sweaty and flustered, she greeted fans with a confident smile and still posed for photos. This unfiltered moment only added to her charm, proving that confidence isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence.
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