Kamilla Cardoso Leaving No Stone Unturned as Chicago Star Makes Strong Decision to Level Up Her Fashion

“I’m all about normalizing that you can live both lives,” Angel Reese said. She proved it during her rookie WNBA season, lighting up the court with her play and turning tunnel walks into high-fashion moments. However, she was not the only rookie last year who redefined fashion. Kamilla Cardoso was right in the mix. A year later, and she is still making it clear: she didn’t come to the league just to dominate in the paint. She came to turn heads in the tunnel, too.

Cardoso was picked third overall last year, but what stole attention was her draft night outfit. A hot red pantsuit with strappy pointed-toe heels that made waves online, not just for its elegance but for how confidently she wore it. Cardoso later admitted she didn’t even have an outfit ready until days before the draft, but sometimes, pressure brings diamonds — and that outfit was her breakout fashion moment.

Since then, Kamilla’s been on a mission. She’s now teamed up with stylist Haylo — the same creative eye behind NBA and NFL stars like Norman Powell and Javon Bullard. “We’re starting to plan now. I’m really excited,” Kamilla said, teasing tunnel looks that are to drop before the 2025 season begins. No spoilers, though — she’s keeping those fits under wraps for now.

Kamilla Cardoso has been training on her defensive switches and mid-range shots.

She’s also hired stylist Haylo for her tunnel fits for the upcoming @WNBA season. #WNBA pic.twitter.com/xdetyJ1lNY

— Angel And Kamilla (@AngelAndKamilla) April 21, 2025

But while we wait for them, do you know what’s her go-to look? Skirt, crop top, and boots — a combo she says makes her feel powerful walking down the tunnel. “When I know I look good, showing the body and walking down the tunnel, it makes me feel very confident and ready for the game.”

So, fashion isn’t just a post-practice hobby for her — it’s becoming part of her identity. She’s a fan of high-end labels like Chanel and Diesel, but she’s also all into trying new trends and wears even fast fashion brands like Shein or Fashion Nova. “Try them all,” she recently said. “If it works, it works.”

Her style journey hasn’t gone unnoticed by brands, either. Kamilla already has endorsement deals with Nike and AT&T — the latter putting her front and center for their “She’s Connected” campaign to spotlight women entrepreneurs. Just this month, she was in Tampa repping AT&T alongside A’ja Wilson and other WNBA legends at the Final Four, where she also cheered on her former Gamecocks teammates.

Of course, Kamilla’s not new to this fashion game — fans who followed her college career know she was already leveling up her style long before the pros. Before facing Kentucky in February 2024, she turned heads with a short cargo skirt, cropped top, and jacket. The Gamecocks dominated 103-55, but Cardoso also scored big in the fit-check game.

She’s been giving “Instagram Baddie” energy ever since — whether it’s an edgy beige combo in Paris, a sporty bikini top and denim skirt moment, or a sleek black silhouette with a high-slit skirt and fire red hair. Her September 2023 look — an all-black ensemble paired with a diamond ‘K’ pendant — had fans raving. And don’t forget the high-slit brown cutout dress paired with a silver purse and dazzling necklace. Stylish, strong, and unapologetically herself.

Now, with the 2025 WNBA season set to tip off May 16, Kamilla’s got two goals in mind: stay healthy, after missing part of last season with a shoulder injury, and show the league that she’s just getting started. On the court, she’s grinding. Off the court, she’s plotting her next style move.

And if you ask her, a Birkin bag wouldn’t hurt either. “I’m aiming for Birkin. I just want a black one, simple,” she laughed. “We ain’t there yet. I’m working on it, though.” With her tunnel looks locked in and practice reps stacking up, Kamilla Cardoso isn’t just dressing to impress — she’s training to dominate.

Kamilla Cardoso’s Global Grind: How a Breakout Offseason Set the Stage

When the WNBA tips off on May 16, Kamilla Cardoso won’t just be rejoining the Chicago Sky — she’ll be stepping into the spotlight with a game sharpened across continents.

Her offseason? It was anything but quiet. After a strong rookie year, Cardoso headed to the Women’s Chinese Basketball Association, joining the Shanghai Swordfish. There, she didn’t just show up — she dominated. She averaged 21.5 points, 10.5 rebounds, and shot a scorching 64.5% from the field. Her stat lines were loud: a 40-point, 17-board night here, a 37-15-8 masterclass there. But beyond the numbers, it was how she played — quicker decisions, more confident mid-range shots, and smart positioning.

Her coach in China, Wengui Li, called her the most polished offensive import in the league. But he also slipped in one key note: “ Please, fans, do me a favor—remind her to lower that center of gravity!” It was part warning, part fatherly tease. 

In a recent Bustle interview, Cardoso admitted she’s been working on exactly that — staying low, staying grounded, adjusting how she moves in the paint. And her growth hasn’t gone unnoticed. Sky head coach Tyler Marsh is keeping a close eye, knowing she’s coming back with a fuller skill set and a bigger role to fill. Before China, she spent a few days back home in Brazil — a short reset that helped her return to training mentally sharper and physically ready. Every rep since then has been about one thing: leveling up.

Now, with the season here, Cardoso isn’t just returning to compete. She’s returning to lead — to show that her global grind wasn’t just a phase. It was preparation. And starting May 16, the league’s about to see the difference.

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