Lovely people of the athleisure fan club, I’m excited to announce that the tennis skirt trend is still going strong. OG brands from Tory Burch and Brooks Brothers to newcomers like Recreational Habits are bringing forth full-on tennis collections for us to shine (sweat? glisten?) in. Allow me this moment to fully hold on to the adorable miniskirts-with-crewnecks combo.
You’re probably seeing polo shirts, pleated skirts, and crew socks paired with white sneakers cropping up on the reg around your neighborhood, whether there’s actually a tennis court in the vicinity or not. And if you were wondering where to get your hands on these adorable looks, I’m here to make life easier for you. Our fave brands brought us their best in 2022, but they have NOT slowed down in 2023 either. You can shop directly from the tennis queen herself with EleVen by Venus Williams’s sweat-approved apparel or go for the preppy-chic look with Lacoste’s iconic designs.
Before I present you the tennis merch (shop fun bags here) you all clicked into this article for, let’s first break down the anatomy of a tennis ’fit. For a head-to-toe vibe, you’re going to (obvi) need the skirt. Then, there’s the collared shirt, the sweater, some tall socks, white sneakers, a cap, and a cute tennis bracelet. But of course, you can always opt for a dress instead of a skirt and shirt combo or a playful pair of pearl earrings in lieu of a sparkly bracelet (that's more my vibe)! Ahead, we’re bringing you the best options out there to ace the look, no matter how advanced (…or nonexistent) your skills are on the court!
TENNIS SHIRTS
Tennis shirts might not exactly be made for working up a sweat, but if you’re going for a more casual, everyday look inspired by the sport, these cute tees are ideal.
Nike NikeCourt Victory Tennis Tank
Fabletics Universal Tennis Boxy Short-Sleeve Polo
Full Court Racerback Tank - Ivory
TENNIS SWEATERS
Somethin' about a tennis sweater that'll have you lookin' scholarly and ridiculously fab. Wearing one may even inspire ya to hit the court for some iconic IG pics!
Recreational Habits Steffi Cricket Sweater Vest
The Upside Rematch Yvette Crew
Sporty & Rich Blue Rizzoli Tennis Sweatshirt
Recreational Habits Hampton Interlock Cardigan in Ivory
TENNIS SKIRTS
Even if you’re not hitting the ball, the built-in shorts on these styles are worth it. No more stress when it comes to bending over or on especially windy days! That worry-free feeling is priceless.
eleven Kudos Tennis Skirt
Vitality Cloud II™ Tennis Skort
Recreational Habits Natasha Tennis Skirt with Green Piping
Angela Horton Wimbledon Tennis Skort
TENNIS DRESSES
Tennis dresses don’t seem to get the same level of love as skirts, but these cuties deserve a spot in your wardrobe! Just look at the array of sleek, comfortable styles to choose from. Plus, you don’t even have to give up the safety of shorts underneath for most options.
Wilson W Unmatched Tennis Dress
Outdoor Voices The Exercise Dress
Recreational Habits Chris Tennis Dress in White
CREW SOCKS
No tennis ’fit is complete without high ankle socks, since they’re the most common style worn by actual tennis players. That might be because higher socks absorb more sweat on your legs and are better at blocking out clay dust that comes off the court. Shop some fashionable ones below, and wear them with white Keds (highly recommend these leather ones) or any other athletic shoe.
The Women’s Tennis Sock
The Yves Sock
Brother Vellies Cloud Sock
Outdoor Voices Solid Crew Sock
TENNIS BRACELETS AND OTHER JEWELRY
They were actually called eternity bracelets before tennis player Chris Evert wore one in all her matches back in the ’70s, and from then on, they became ~tennis bracelets~. And obviii they’re not necessary at all to play in or even to seem like you play, but they’re just so pretty. If the endless bling isn’t your vibe, no sweat: These cheeky earrings and this dainty necklace pull inspo from the sport too.
morgan x lottie nyc ‘tennis bracelet’
Tennis Racket Studs White Gold
Bezel Crystal CZ Tennis Bracelet
Aliita 9-Karat Yellow Gold Racquet Necklace
MORE TENNIS-INSPIRED FASHION
Sometimes it’s more about the ~vibe~ than it is about the design. Maybe you don't need to look like you're off to the gym atm. Pastel knitwear, generally wearing the color white, and sporting caps easily give off the preppy, athletic feel without being too literal. You can wear tenniscore anywhere and we're so here for it.
Jacquemus Wraparound Cropped T-Shirt
NBD Prosecco Jumpsuit
Coach Kellie Leather Mules
Mejuri Bold Pearl Trio Hoop Earrings
Play Hard Tennis Jacket
Throwback Cardigan
Southampton Tennis Club Tee
Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien is the fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, writing weighty and witty stories that run the gamut of gushing over Zendaya to convincing you of everything you need in your closet! She began her journey in the industry with a fashion and faith blog and an internship at Elle about 10 years ago. Since then, she's also served as the style editor at The Haitian Times. The Haitian-American pageant queen is Miss Supranational Haiti 2024, a Syracuse Masters graduate, and the author of three books, including: Claim Your Crown. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok: @iamtarahlynn.
