The draft dress designer at WNBA’s Kiki Iriafen says the business is Bumin!
Published on April 18, 2025 at 12:30 AM PDT
The woman who designed Kiki Iriafen’s stunning WNBA draft night dress has seen her pockets get a little thicker as the former USC star rocks the look… We know TMZ Sports is exploding her business!
The heart behind the amazing ‘Fit is Nuneka C. Alexander… And when I spoke to her since Iliafen’s gold and bronze attire went viral, she said her DMs were crazy.
She told us that people were attacking her in search of some custom pieces, just like Iliafen, which rocked on Monday.
Alexander says that Iliafen’s dress actually came to life through Hooper’s vision of honoring Nigerian heritage. Alexander was handpicked to make it happen, and the stunning designs came together in just three sketches.
Why make a special moment even sweeter…Alexander was there to advance the dress to the new mystic in Manhattan’s draft night.
After Washington took her on her fourth overall pick, Iliafen took the stage in a beautiful gown.
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The former Trojan, who averaged 12.2 points and 6.4 rebounds per game in his four-year college basketball career, called the opportunity a real blessing, adding that he can’t wait to represent Nigerian roots professionally.
“I’m excited about DC,” she said. “There’s a huge Nigerian population over there too, so I can’t wait to get there!”
