“Stole the show”: Celebrity stylist Brittany Hampton gushes over Paige Bueckers’ nails for her WNBA draft outfit

Modified Apr 15, 2025 16:34 GMT

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Paige Bueckres didn't dissapoint with her WNBA Draft day style. It was a big day for the UConn star, who went No. 1 overall to the Dallas Wings. She was certainly dressed aptly for the momentous occasion and all the photo opportunities it presented.

Bueckers wore two unique outfits on Monday. She showed up to the orange carpet in a custom Coach three-piece suit covered in sparkles. For the actual draft, the guard settled for a two-piece black suit with a sparkly collar.

The UConn star's accessories really stole the show. On the orange carpet, Bueckers carried a black Coach purse and wore jewelry by Kay Jewelers.

However, celebrity stylist Brittany Hampton decided to draw everyone's attention to Bueckers's nails as she shared a closeup picture of the basketball star's hands on her Instagram story. Bueckers's nails, done by nail artist Mei Kawajiri, were a dark gray cat eye chrome.

"The cat eye nails by @nailsbymei def stole the show!!" Hampton's Instagram story read.

Celebrity stylist Brittany Hampton highlights Paige Bueckers' nails

Bueckers didn't spare a single detail in styling for the 2025 WNBA Draft, and her nails perfectly completed her brilliant look.

Paige Bueckers goes No. 1 overall in 2025 WNBA Draft

It was no surprise that Bueckers was the first pick in Monday's WNBA Draft. She was the consensus No. 1 prospect heading into the event. The Dallas Wings drafted the UConn star with the first pick.

The day before the Draft, Bueckers signed a three-year deal with Unrivaled, a three-on-three women's basketball league. In her final season at UConn, the guard had an NIL deal with Unrivaled, so it was widely expected that she would play in the league after completing college.

Her first year salary for the 10-week Unrivaled season will exceed the entirety of her four-year WNBA rookie contract.

Bueckers came to UConn as the No. 1 recruit in the 2020 class and thrived in her college career to become the No. 1 2025 WNBA Draft pick. This season, the guard led the Huskies in points per game with 19.9, and in assists with 4.6.

The UConn star is a solid two-way force, putting up 2.1 steals per game this season. She's also an impressive shooter, averaging 53.1% from the field, including 41.9% from beyond the arc. In her final college season, Bueckers helped lead the Huskies to their first national title since 2016.

After an excellent end to her college career, Bueckers will take her skills to the professional level, both with the WNBA and Unrivaled.

About the author

Lindsey Ware is a college sports journalist at Sportskeeda with over five years of experience working with publications such as The News & Observer, The Daily Tar Heel, Triangle Tribune and Cardiac Cane. She has also worked for Major League Baseball, The Holly Springs Salamanders, The Tri-City Chili Peppers, Tuffy Talk, Super Meteors Basketball, Just Good Network and Living Sport.

Lindsey has a Bachelor’s Degree in Media and Journalism from UNC Chapel Hill. Her education allowed Lindsey to gain experience in sports communication, which she honed in internships. Other than being a storyteller and sports fanatic, Lindsey is also a social media and marketing specialist.

Her favorite college team is UNC, although she grew up a N.C. State fan as both of her parents are Wolfpack alumni. Michael Jordan was a huge deal in North Carolina when Lindsey was growing up, and after a summer spent at UNC’s Sports Journalism Camp back in high school, Lindsey was set on being a Tar Heel.

Lindsey's favorite college coach of all time is Roy Williams. During her time attending UNC Chapel Hill and writing for The Daily Tar Heel, Lindsey was lucky enough to meet and speak with Williams a few times. He was like a celebrity on UNC’s campus and was beloved for his coaching style and success with the Tar Heels, accumulating three NCAA championship titles in 18 years.

When not watching or writing about sports, Lindsey enjoys reading, trying new restaurants and coffee shops, and spending time with my friends, family and dog. She also likes to journal, watch movies and paint.

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