Preparations are already underway ahead of Chicago Sky star Angel Reese walking the runway at the 2025 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show.

The festivities start at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday night. As one would expect, this is an all-day affair for the people taking part. Photographers documented some of Reese’s experiences backstage:

The two-time All-Star announced on Oct. 9 she was selected to be a model for the famous event. It was another sign of her massive popularity as she’s the first pro athlete to receive the honor.

“I literally could not stop smiling!” Reese told People‘s Catherine Santino and Hedy Phillips. “It’s such a surreal and full-circle moment — just last year I was in the audience manifesting being on that runway, completely inspired and in awe of all the powerful women walking down the runway, and now I get to return as an Angel. This will be an unforgettable night that I’ll forever be grateful for.”

This isn’t a totally foreign situation for the 23-year-old forward. She has been among the WNBA players who have used pregame tunnel walks to showcase their fashion sense.

Fortunately for Reese, she doesn’t have to worry about whether she can get another double-double when the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is over.