The press tour for the movie Challengers just might be the most iconic series of looks that 2024 has seen so far. The film was of course about tennis, and every look Zendaya wore on global red carpets showed off a tennis-inspired ensemble, from black-tie to casual. My favorite detail was the pair of stilettos that pierced a tennis ball in Rome. Now, that’s a fashion moment we won’t be forgetting anytime soon.
Tennis has been top-of-mind for the past few years since the tenniscore aesthetic resurged. Content creators such as Morgan Riddle and Paige Lorenze have a front-row seat at the matches thanks to their quite talented boyfriends, and this has led to a lot of tennis-inspired outfits on my feed. Since I’m pretty obsessed, below I’ve mapped out the looks and pieces you need to know about on and off the courts.
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This was a break-the-internet moment from Zendaya. None of us could get enough of this tennis-meets-red-carpet moment and the most iconic shoes we’ve ever seen.
A go-to for the tennis aesthetic is a little white dress that looks like it could be worn outside the stadium, too. I’m obsessed with the fit-and-flare silhouette on this dress, but it’s the tennis racket necklace that has truly caught my attention.
Another aspect of tenniscore that I love is the way that it matches the old-money aesthetic. This look worn by Paige Lorenze lives in my mind rent-free and is the perfect elevated take on tenniscore.
Shop tennis-inspired pieces:
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Alisa Top
The perfect top for on and off the courts.
Alo Yoga
Tennis Club Sweater Knit Skirt
A quite literal take on tenniswear, but I’m here for it with a chic sweater for brunch.
Sporty & Rich
Classic Logo Pleated Tennis Skirt
Sporty & Rich does it again.
J.Crew
Claudia Dress
If I had kids to drop off at a tennis court, this is what I’d wear to do it.
Mango
Check Tweed Miniskirt
I’d wear this as a set or as separates.
Sunday Best
Olive Midi Pleated Skirt
School-girl chic.
J.Crew
Pleated Mini Skirt
This outfit is the perfect example of how to style tenniscore for non-tennis excursions.
Staud
Wells Stretch Cotton Poplin Midi Fit & Flare Dress
My kind of tennis dress.
Mango
Long Vest With Buttons
Rich-auntie attire next to the courts.
Original Retro Brand
NYC Tennis Club Tee
I love a good oversize graphic tee.
Athleta
Momentum Seamless Polo Tank
A polo moment gets me every time.
Firstport
Greenwich Tennis Crewneck Sweatshirt
Always here for a Greenwich reference.
J.Crew
Textured Vest in Fine Bouclé
There’s always an excuse to wear a vest.
Sunday Best
Olive Mini Skirt
Here for this as a set or on its own.
Maje
Mesh Panelled Metallic Sneakers
These are on their way to me now.
mango
Contrast V-Neck Vest
Take advantage of the layering opportunities that come along with this one.
Sunday Best
Bubbly Mini Poplin Skirt
These bubble skirts are going to be everywhere this summer.
Firstport
Cannes Tennis Crewneck Sweatshirt
Manifesting my dream of playing tennis in Cannes.
Kule
The Women’s Tennis Sock
I always fall in love with a good pair of socks.
Celine
Triomphe Tennis Bag
If Celine is in on tenniscore, so am I.
PacSun
Beverly Hills Tennis Club Rolled Sweat Shorts
I have a newfound appreciation for sweatshorts.
Gaâla
Liza Mini Knit Dress
The perfect summer dress.
J.Crew
Cyan Strapless Sweater-Dress
Meghan Markle would approve.
Reformation
Anna Cotton Crewneck Sweater
A throw-over-the-shoulders kind of moment.
