A'ja wilson's carry-on: inside the aces star's essential bag
Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson doesn't just dominate the court; she navigates life with a meticulously curated arsenal of essentials. A peek inside her Louis Vuitton tote reveals a blend of athletic necessities, personal comforts, and a few unexpected indulgences – a snapshot of a high-performing athlete balancing fierce competition with everyday life.
What's in the bag of a champion?
The bag, a Louis Vuitton OnTheGo GM tote priced at $3,650, is a testament to Wilson’s demanding schedule. Alongside the expected, such as two pairs of glasses and congestion relief spray, the contents reveal a personality: an Uno deck, an octopus Squishmallow matching her boyfriend Bam Adebayo's, and a generous supply of Sour Patch Kids – blue being the preferred flavor, naturally.
Three Labubus, including a Nike A'One collection one gifted by fans, dangle from the bag's handles. Wilson emphasizes the importance of self-care, stating, “I try to at least make sure that my brows and edges are intact… I never wanted to lose the beauty of being a woman and a girl that can still hoop and still crush it on court.”
But the most treasured items are a Louis Vuitton Zippy wallet ($1,500) and either an Alpha Kappa Alpha lanyard or her late grandmother's coin purse. “It’s a reminder that she’s constantly with me. I don’t put coins in it because my heart’s in it,” Wilson revealed to Vogue. The bag also houses a Google Pixel 10 smartphone (available at a discounted $599 on Amazon), Mighty Patch hydrocolloid pimple patches, Dior Lip Addict gloss, and Cécred hair drops, among other beauty and personal care items.
The contents also include practical items like Tide To Go stain remover wipes ($18) and a Mattel Uno game ($7), underscoring the demands of travel and a desire for simple pleasures. The bag's contents are a reflection of a woman who understands the importance of both performance and personal connection.
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