Game, set — and you’d better match your outfit when it comes time to hit the courts.
If you think a pleated skirt, sweater vest and a pair of white kicks are a match made in heaven, we have the perfect occasion to rock that set and more.
This warm summer weather is a great excuse to break out the tennis skirts and polo shirts and hit the courts, or at least pretend to play while wearing the trendy outfits out and about.
Even if you don’t have a game to get to, dressing in sporty chic clothes is trendy as ever, with tennis-inspired looks being served up on TikTok and Instagram in record numbers.
In a viral video, user @skinni_legend_kt filmed her take on the classic tennis skirt, styling it in various ways to fit any aesthetic.
Aside from regular tennis season, you can also start planning for next year’s U.S. Open, held at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York. Tickets are now back on sale for the 2023 games, from Aug. 28 to Sept. 10.
In years past, celebrities and fashionistas, including Kim Kardashian and Meagan Markel, were spotted in the stands and were even called out on TikTok by the official U.S. Open account.
To get on their tennis fashion level, we’ve curated a list of some of the best skirts, polos and sneakers. These stylish wardrobe additions are sure to get your head (and the rest of your body) in the game this spring and summer. Read on for options from lululemon, Nike and more to make your tennis style score read: you: 40, other sports: love.
Best tennis dresses
1. lululemon Court Crush Dress, $138
Crush the competition in this tennis dress from lululemon.
The dress comes in black and white, ranging in sizes from 0 to 14 and is made of super soft and stretchy fabric. More specifically, the Everlux fabric is also quick-drying and breathable for a hot day out on the court.
2. Halara Everyday Tennis Dress, $55
Make every day the U.S. Open with Halara.
The Halara Everyday Tennis Dress is perfect on and off the court, made with athletic material to keep you cool even when your game is heating up. The dress comes in white, light blue, light pink, green and more.
3. Adidas Tennis Y-Dress, $48, original price: $120
Don’t ask “why” when this dress is so obviously a necessity.
Adidas has the ultimate tennis dress, with a Y-shaped back to show off your back when serving and smashing on the tennis court. The dress comes with built-in bike shorts, too, so you can move with ease.
4. Terez Tennis Dress, $152
Combine your love for two sports with this ballet and tennis hybrid dress from Terez.
The dress comes with shorts under the ballerina skirt, making for a fashionable and functional take on a tennis dress.
5. Vuori One Shot Tennis Dress, $98
If you have one shot at getting a new tennis look, this is a good bet. The Vuori brand is known for being super soft and comfortable, which is a must when out on the court.
Best tennis skirts
1. lululemon Court Rival High-Rise Skirt, $88
Be the rival of all your tennis buddies when you rock this skirt on the court.
This lululemon skirt is designed for tennis, with a comfortable high-rise fit and built-in shorts with a pocket underneath. It also comes in fun summer colors, including pastel blue and red, in addition to black and white.
2. Nike Dri-FIT Advantage Women’s Short Tennis Skirt, $75
If you love Nike, join the club.
The tennis club, to be specific. This super cute skirt comes in green, black and white. Each skirt has built-in shorts underneath, pockets to store tennis balls, keys and whatever else you need for a day outside in the sun or a match on the court.
3. Wilson Limitless Skirt, $47, original price: $68
Feel limitless any time of the year, but especially during tennis season.
From Wilson, store their iconic yellow tennis ball in the pocket of the built-in shorts. The pleated skirt is made of mesh, keeping you cooler than a traditional skirt when playing outside in the hot sun.
4. Los Angeles Apparel Tennis Skirt, $58
Go bright or go home.
Los Angeles Apparel is the best spot to get amazing tennis skirts in an array of fun and exciting colors. The brand offers seven colors for each color in the rainbow, with sizing ranging from an XS to a 2XL.
5. Splits59 Venus High Waist Rigor Skort, $128
Embrace your inner Venus or Serena with this Venus High Waist Skort.
The skirt and shorts combo is from Splits59, the LA-based brand with an eye for both fashion and function. This skirt comes in the classic white and green combo, as well as black, white, and navy blue.
6. Pink by Victoria’s Secret Pleated Tennis Skort, $40
Win your match and match the court in this green tennis Skort.
Also a color, the Pink brand by Victoria’s Secret have a new skort perfect for the court, coming in green, white and black, each made with built-in shorts underneath.
Best tennis polos and shirts
1. lululemon Quick-Drying Polo Shirt, $54, original price: $78
Combine a stylish polo with the comfort of a lululemon top, and you get this perfect shirt for the courts.
The Quick-Drying Polo Shirt is designed for tennis but looks just as great off the court. It comes in pink, black and white to match any skirt or pants and ranges in sizes from 0 to 14.
2. Alo Yoga Choice Polo, $68
Here’s a great option if you choose to rock a tennis look.
Alo Yoga’s Choice Polo is a great cropped style for when you want the look of a collard shirt without the bulky feeling of a longer top. Style it with a tennis skirt for the complete look, or pair it with jeans after the game, as the versatile top comes in white, black, and sunny yellow.
3. Threads 4 ThoughtTiana Quarter Zip Tank, $37, original price: $54
Be mindful when thinking about your tennis outfit.
They do that at Thread 4 Thought, making each item with the planet in mind. This tank top is carbon neutral, offsetting 8.2 pounds of carbon by the brand’s estimates. The tank top comes in navy or white, ranging in size from an XS to an XXL.
4. Tuckernuck White Sleeveless Polo, $39, original price: $78
If you’re all tuckered out from shopping, grab this versatile top and be done. The polo is great for a game of tennis and then can be styled with slacks or a skirt for after the game, available in a sleek white color as well as in black, navy, blue and an assortment of other patterns.
5. SanSoleil Women’s Sunglow Long Sleeve Mock Neck Shirt, $104
For cooler days or a night game, be prepared with a long sleeve look. This top from SanSoleil features little rackets and a flattering quarter-zip, available in an XS to an XXL.
Best tennis shoes
1. On The Roger Centre Court, $189
Leave it to tennis all-star Roger Federer to develop the best tennis shoe.
In a collaboration between the world pro and brand On, The Roger is a streamlined white sneaker perfect for the game. Like Federer himself, the shoe has Swiss engineering, with On’s signature Speedboard and CloudTec lining and soles.
2. Cole Haan GrandPrø Tennis Sneaker, $140
You’ll feel like a grand pro with these tennis shoes from Cole Haan.
The tennis sneakers have a sleek and streamlined look, with a bit of off-white on the back, highlighting the Cole Haan brand. The white sneakers come in both standard and wide sizing, as do the black pair of the same style.
3. NikeCourt Vapor Lite 2, $80
Nike isn’t the household name brand it is today because it doesn’t make perfect shoes for every sport.
Try the NikeCourt line of sneakers for everything tennis-related. The Vapor Lite pair are also super stylish, with an all-white look and silver accents to add a bit of flare. For those who want a pop of color, these shoes also come with red accents and two black variations with white or blue swooshes.
4. Cariuma OCA Low Green Canvas Sneakers, $79
For a tennis look to rock off the court, these Cariuma shoes are where it’s at.
The green pair is a game-changer, but they also come in bright yellow, white and other colors, too. Speaking of colors, you can also choose to add on different laces, as seen in the photo, to get a few different looks out of one pair. Plus, each purchase equals two trees planted in the rainforest, making this an ace investment for you and the planet.
5. Babolat Women’s Tennis SFX 3 All Court Tennis Shoes, $93
These sneakers are streamlines and ready for your next match. The Babolat brand shoes are made especially for tennis, and come in white, pink and blue.
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