Kate Racker has declared 2026 her rebrand year—and she’s ready to launch during the Sundance Film Festival. The single mom was thrust into the spotlight during Season 2 of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, when she was introduced to the world as Chase McWhorter’s new girlfriend at a Halloween party. Racker and McWhorter have since broken up, but Racker has earned a regular spot on the Hulu reality series as a minor cast member.
“Through dating him, I got really close with some of the other girls and was able to go to the events,” Racker says. “I feel like I get the best of both worlds because I’m not a committed cast member that has to be there every day, but I get to go to the fun things. I feel very lucky.”
Fun things have evolved beyond parties, as Racker’s star power continues to rise. Since making her debut dressed as Hailey Bieber, Racker has been featured in major media outlets around the nation and has started receiving offers to rep brands. Through it all, Racker is aiming to stay grounded—and true to her authentic self.
“I really want to step into a version of myself that feels more intentional, confident and honest—both personally and creatively,” Racker says. “I want to experience everything and be more intentional with how I show up online. It’s less about chasing trends and more about building a brand that actually reflects who I am.”
As the Sundance Film Festival prepares to open this week, Racker dives into what fans can expect to see from her during the fest and why style begins with confidence.
Photos courtesy of Kate Racker
Q: How would you describe your style?
Racker: “I’m very intentional with what I wear and how I show up, and I love creating balance in my looks. I’m usually trying to highlight one part of my body at a time. So if I have something with a really high neckline and it’s really structured, then I’ll probably wear tights or show off more of my legs. It’s about contrast and confidence. I honestly feel that if you put a plastic bag on your body—and you have the jewelry and the hair and you’re confident—that could be called fashion.
Q: What fashion trends are you drawn to?
Racker: “This winter, especially, colored tights and the monochrome vibe have been in. I love to wear all green or all maroon. Fur coats are really fun right now, and I’m also drawn to timeless silhouettes. I love elevated basics, clean lines, pieces that feel chic and mixing masculine with feminine elements.”
Q: What are you looking forward to at the Sundance Film Festival?
Racker: “Sundance has really had this magic: running into celebrities at coffee shops and everyone’s talking about the films. [It’s] that feeling that when you go up there, anything could happen. I’m really excited to soak that up and be a part of this last chapter and really honor what Sundance has meant for independent creators.”
Q: How would you describe fashion at Sundance?
Racker: “It’s folklore indie vibes in the mountains, but it’s also less about perfection of the outfit and more [about] authenticity. I actually love that more because it’s more about the arts. It’s not so much about what they show up in.”
Q: What do you plan to show up in at Sundance?
Racker: “The whole vibe I’m going for is elevated cozy—but also realistic because it’s going to be cold. When I think about Sundance, I think about layering. I think about fur coats, fur shirts, fur shoes and comfort. It’s about the films and the creators, and you want to be able to talk to these people and get to know them and be comfortable.”
Q: What advice would you share for dressing for Sundance?
Racker: “So much of it is just confidence. As long as you’re comfortable and confident, you can’t go wrong. You can wear a sweatshirt and a giant jacket and you’d be fine. [Sundance] is about the arts. It’s about the people, the connections and it’s about the films. It’s not New York Fashion Week. We’re there for the films. As long as you’re comfortable and you feel confident, send it, wear whatever you want.”
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