Photo by Jeffrey Westbrook, Prop Stylist: Miako KatohFor those looking to ace fashion-meets-function, a pleated tennis skirt is the ultimate serve.
A sartorial statement that doubles as athleticwear, this preppy classic is, without a doubt, the most coveted wardrobe item of the season. It arrives haute off the release of “Challengers” — a buzzy film that revolves around the sport but is also decidedly all about the fashion.
(Costume designer Jonathan Anderson, creative director of Loewe, dreamed up the ultimate in spectator chic for the movie’s stylish star, Zendaya.) It’s no surprise that tenniscore and its polite aesthetic have gone viral (cue the delicate wrists-dripping-in-Rolexes round of applause here).
We’re partial to this stripy number (above) by Sporty & Rich, a Paris-based label founded in 2014 by Emily Oberg. The creative — who previously worked at Kith and utilizes a limited-edition drop approach — knows a thing or two about curating lifestyle lust. Oberg’s is an aspirational moodboard that celebrates sun-soaked summer days warming up on hard courts for rallies, followed by gossip-fueled gin-and-tonics at the country club.
Slip on the pleated skirt and these other tennis-inspired accessories for a truly ace look. Love all.
Gucci Racquet Bag
The Gucci Tennis Capsule Collection is available exclusively in-store at 725 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York and 17 Newton Lane, East Hampton, New York. From July 1. Courtesy of GucciRolex Sky-Dweller Watch
Courtesy of RolexArthur Ashe Racquets Tennis Polo
Courtesy of Arthur AsheWilson Roland-Garros Clash 100L V2 Tennis Racket
Courtesy of WilsonDorsey Kate Rivière Necklace
Courtesy of DorseyMarysia Serena Dress with Shorts
Courtesy of MarysiaJudith Leiber Tennis Ball Clutch
Courtesy of Judith LeiberChanel Aviator Glasses (similar style)
Available at 15 E 57 St, New York, New York and select Chanel boutiques nationwide. Courtesy of ChanelNike Women’s Summer Head Tie
Courtesy of Tennis WarehouseAdidas Stan Smith Shoes
Courtesy of AdidasNew York or Nowhere Good Sport Tennis Balls
Courtesy of New York or NowhereLacoste Unisex Cotton Socks
Courtesy of Lacoste