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Angel Reese: Redefining Beauty, Power, and Representation on the Runway
- Crystal Jordan
- Oct 16
- 2 min read
By Crystal Jordan
Auesomely You Magazine
Published: 10/16/2025
Pillar Focus: Advocacy
When Angel Reese stepped onto the Victoria’s Secret runway as the first professional athlete to walk in the brand’s “Wings Reveal,” the world watched — but this time, it wasn’t just about fashion. It was about freedom.
The LSU basketball star known for her unapologetic confidence and dominance on the court brought that same energy to one of the most iconic stages in fashion history. Her debut symbolized more than a career crossover — it was a cultural statement. Reese didn’t just walk; she took up space in an industry that has historically told women, especially Black women, that they must shrink to fit in.
For years, Victoria’s Secret’s image was synonymous with a narrow definition of beauty: tall, thin, Eurocentric, and often unattainable. But Angel’s presence redefines that narrative. Her wings didn’t just represent glamour — they represented growth. They signaled a shift toward inclusivity, empowerment, and the understanding that beauty and strength can coexist.
“I’m walking not just for myself, but for every girl who was told she didn’t belong in spaces like this,” Reese shared in a post-show interview.
Those words echo far beyond the runway. They speak to the silent struggles many women face — from self-doubt to body image battles to the pressure of perfection that often follows public success. Her walk was a reminder that mental and emotional wellness isn’t about fitting in; it’s about feeling whole.
Angel Reese’s moment is more than representation — it’s revolution.
It challenges every young woman watching to understand that femininity isn’t fragile. It’s fierce. It can exist on the court, on the runway, in the boardroom, and in every space where women are learning to own their stories unapologetically.
Her presence was powerful, but her message was louder:
You can be beautiful and bold, athletic and alluring, soft and strong — all at once.
This is what “Auesomely You” looks like in real life — a celebration of authenticity, advocacy, and the audacity to shine.
Representation like this isn’t just about visibility — it’s about rewriting the narrative.
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