Hailey Van Lith Puts Her Own Contemporary Spin on the Little Black Dress in Custom Coach Look for the 2025 WNBA Draft

Hailey Van Lith joined her fellow athletes for the 2025 WNBA Draft on Monday night in New York City. The TCU basketball star was drafted to the Chicago Sky team, reuniting with former teammate Angel Reese.

For the special occasion, the athlete opted for a look courtesy of Coach , who recently announced a multiyear partnership with the Women's National Basketball Association. Van Lith's look put a contemporary spin on the classic little black dress.

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The athlete styled a custom silk and tulle chiffon dress with shimmering details throughout. The look featured a sweetheart neckline and long, semi-sheer sleeves. The loose-fitting skirt included a mini length and a slightly frayed hemline.

Van Lith added a pair of black, peep-toe platform heels to her look. As for her accessories, Van Lith carried a Coach bag and accessorized with minimal pieces of glittering jewelry. Her glam featured makeup with bold brows and dramatically lined eyes. Her blond hair was coiffed to one side with curls and waves cascading down her shoulders.

Coach partnered with several players for the 2025 WNBA Draft on Monday night. Paige Bueckers styled a three-piece suit by Coach, while Sonia Citron wore a bespoke wool jacket and miniskirt from the label. Kiki Iriafen also carried an archival mini Tabby purse in golden patent leather by Coach.

Van Lith recently became a 2025 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit digital cover model . Taylor Ballantyne photographed her cover at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth in Texas. "I felt intimidated," the athlete told SI. "But I knew I'd regret not trying something new." 

The 2025 WNBA Draft orange carpet featured a bevy of burgeoning WNBA stars. Standout looks also included Kiki Iriafen's custom dress , which featured gold elements and references to Iriafen's Nigerian heritage. The look was created by Nigerian designer Nneka C. Alexander.

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