The world has no shortage of fashion icons to idolize or emulate. From influencers on social media to pop stars and movie stars, there are p...
The world has no shortage of fashion icons to idolize or emulate. From influencers on social media to pop stars and movie stars, there are plenty of places to find the biggest upcoming fashion trends. The best of these figures not only give you an idea of what is big at the moment but give you the knowledge you need to forge your own fashion identity.
Women have long had to carve out a space for themselves in male-dominated spaces and that is no different when it comes to fashion. Gwen Stefani became a style icon as the leader of the rock group No Doubt, turning her alternative flair for fashion into trends for generations of women that continues to this day. It isn’t just in the world of music where women have to fight to be seen and heard.
Poker can present similar difficulties. While there are a few different contests that players can participate in to prove their skills, the most famous poker tournament is still the World Series of Poker (WSOP). Here, people of all ages and sexes go head-to-head to be considered the best. Though women compete directly against men in tournaments, the vast majority of winners over the years have been men. The WSOP has had several prominent female competitors over the years, but only Lara Eisenberg managed to walk away with a winner’s bracelet in 2021. Still, over 600 women competed in the tournament, showing that there is interest from women in the sport.
Eisenberg might have been the only woman to walk away with a victory, but she is far from the most famous one to compete in professional poker. If you want to see what women wear when trying to make their way in a heavily male-dominated space, here are some of the top fashion tips from the best female poker players in the world.
Olivia Boeree
Coming from Kent, Olivia Boeree, normally known as Liv on the poker circuit, had several careers before turning to professional poker. She was briefly a TV host and even worked as a runway model, so she knows her fashion and how to look her best for the camera. Liv uses that experience to help dazzle her opponents with a highly polished and chic look every time she walks onto the tournament floor. Her fashion sense accentuates her femininity and self-confidence, never allowing herself to be pressured into dressing like one of the guys.
Samantha Abernathy
This Las Vegas native might have grown up around the most famous casinos in the world, but her more than £300k in winnings shows that it isn’t just hometown luck that she brings to the table. Her style shows that comfort doesn’t always have to look plain. Abernathy spends the hours at the table dressed in layers of denim and knitted wear that not only keeps her comfortable sitting and playing for several hours a time but means she is ready to grab a drink from the bar as soon as the playing is over.
Vivian Saliba
Brazil’s Vivian Saliba often takes a simpler approach to her tournament fashion, but her ability to have just the right accessory for her outfit gives each look something unique. Whether it is her bright sunglasses, a pair of silver earrings for luck, or a bold bracelet dangling on her wrist, Saliba can elevate the most laid-back look with small touches without sacrificing comfort. You can even catch her sporting her signature looks on her own Twitch channel where she plays poker with players from all over the world.
Not everyone needs to have a professional poker player's bankroll to make a fashion statement. If you’re wanting to look your best for the coming seasons, you can check out Love and Lemons' swim lookbook for inspiration.
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