Simone Biles Styles
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She is the most decorated gymnast and is rightfully so, named the GOAT. That is, “the greatest of all time,” of course. She has won her country not only thirty-two Olympic medals but is the pride of America. By now, we’re sure you know who we’re talking about and if you haven’t, ladies and gents we’re talking about the one and only Simone Biles. Biles is already a historic athlete as well as a success story and is arguably the most passionate, determined and competitive athlete we will see from this generation. She has raised the bar so high, (pun intended) that no one gymnast has been able to top. Come on, the talented young athlete has actually invented flips and twists that now bear her namesake and is also the face of brands such as Nike, Athleta and Caboodles. Known for her shimmering and gleaming leotards while on the mat, which we should mention have an actual goat embroidered in sequins on them, we wanted to take a look at some of her off-mat looks and of course our editor Bunny and writer Kailyn chose a few worth looking at.
Look 1:
B: Ok. Wow. Let me start there. This is one of the most stunning images I think I’ve seen of Simone Biles - not on the mat of course.
K: I definitely agree. It really captures and communicates how regal she is and I mean, of course her body is out of the world phenomenal.
B: You know I think that the world or at least Americans kind of still see Simone as like America’s Sweetheart but still as a child. I simply love the floor length braid and that one hanging statement earring. This look to me says, I am here, I am patriotic but I’m sophisticated as well and I just adore it.
K: Yes I love the earring and the braid that is woven with red, white and blue silk fabric, it's such a nice and subtle way to illustrate that she competes and delivers for her country. What I’m really into is the half-skirt/train element here. She’s essentially still in her comfort clothes with the legging and cropped bra top but then that regality with the braid and heels and skirt take it to the next level for sure. 10/10 for me.
Look 2:
K: Okay so this look is from a WSJ article from only a couple of months ago in July. I remember this spread so clearly and absolutely loved the numbers they had Biles in.
B: Yes, there was a tweed, Jackie-O set and then I remember there was this great green color blocked sweater that I tried to track down for myself actually - haha!
K: Oh my gosh, yes, all so great but this look has such a subtle sexiness to it that I really appreciate. She has the lace bralette peeking through this great suit and then she’s barefoot which I thought was such a genius choice. Makes me wonder if she had something to do with that since she spends 90% of her time not wearing shoes!
B: You know what it is for me, it's the softness of it. The casualty of the look and somehow taking this suit which is so formal and somehow making it seem like casual loungewear for a lazy Sunday. And the color on her is just so gorgeous as well.
K: Yes totally love that as well. It’s so refreshing and different to see Simone in regular clothes, not a leotard or sweatsuit to keep warm so I love that this look shows a different side of her that we don’t always get to see and she looks great.
Look 3:
K: Okay so I know we said we wouldn’t do any leotard pics but technically this is a swimsuit so that doesn’t count right Bunny?
B: No Kailyn, I think we’re safe. You know this is one of those images that just reminds me how much our body is capable of. Obviously, Simone has an amazing, beautiful and powerful body but she’s truly all muscle and I mean, wow!
K: I love this swimsuit on Simone and it’s very similar coloring to the suit from the WSJ piece! I think maybe this is Simone’s color and we should just give it up.
B: HA! I think I agree. I love the suit, it's fun and flirty and looks amazing on her, and how darling is that hat? What I really love is seeing Simone so happy and lighthearted and just enjoying herself. She has that confidence that shines through, regardless of what she’s doing or what she’s wearing and that’s truly special.
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