Every sport has its fashion trophy—a reliable wardrobe staple that always feels right, enhancing both your mood and your performance. For tennis, it’s the dress. This quintessential court staple is celebrated not only for its versatility (toss a chevron-stripe sweater on top and you’re instantly ready for a post-game lunch), but also the vast range of styles that go from preppy adjacent to sport-forward. If you want to get in on the tennis look, it starts with this key piece.
Vogue’s Favorite Tennis Dresses:
Retro athletic attire has been a welcome trend for a while now, primarily courtesy of Tory Burch and Staud Sport for their vintage-inspired designs. For heritage sports brands like Nike, Lacoste, and Wilson, the tennis dress has always been a staple; but emerging brands such as Serves and Sporty & Rich have taken it in a trendier direction with more street style appeal. Alo Yoga and Lululemon’s technically advanced styles appeal to players looking to improve their performances, while also providing an elevated ensemble that’s spot-on for days where your time is split between the tennis club, errands, and maybe a quick coffee catch up. Pair any of these options with a sporty white sneaker or, perhaps, a tennis bracelet for a little shine, and you’ll be court ready.
Read on to discover 32 of the season’s best tennis dresses, below.
Classic Whites
Channel the Wimbledon ethos of head-to-toe tennis whites when stepping out onto the court, with preppy polo collars or racerback tanks. Tory Burch’s chic all-white, A-line dress is a favorite pick, as is Alo Yoga’s dress made of soft brushed jersey that also includes a built-in bra. Keep things on theme by finishing off with a bright white sneaker and ball cap.