Serve Looks in These Tennis Skirts, Sweaters, and Sporty Dresses

The Best Tennis Clothes for Women to Serve Looks On and Off the Court

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There’s no denying the strong sartorial qualities of the best tennis clothes for women. Those pleated skirts and preppy sweaters have the power to instantly put us all in the mood for a match, no matter the level of your tennis prowess.

Countless brands are emerging with trend-forward tennis pieces that are equal parts technical and stylish. Designers like Tory Burch and Rowing Blazers are releasing tennis dresses, skirts, and sweaters that hearken back to the chic retro sports gear that can be worn seamlessly on or off the court. Luxury retailers are also in on the trend, with sites like Net-a-Porter having launched tennis edits to cater to the growing interest in outdoor sports.

Whether you’re seeking out traditional head-to-toe tennis whites, retro tennis-inspired sweaters to keep warm in on chilly fall evenings, or tennis dresses and skirts with classic pleats to sport on your winter sun vacation (even when you’re not hitting the clay), meet your match with the sophisticated and stylish tennis wares ahead.

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On- and Off-the-Court Dresses

The tennis dress is as traditional as it gets, bringing quintessential class to the court. From Tory Burch's perfect pleats to Nike's sleek style, there's a dress out there for every type of player. And once your match is over, you can throw on a sweater and a pair of white sneakers for a country club chic look. 

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Tory Burch

performance V-neck tennis dress

Outdoor Voices

exercise dress

Marysia

Iga dress

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Thom Browne

RWB stripe sleeveless pleated tennis dress

Gigi C

Avery dress

Nike

Bliss mini dress

The Upside

Legacy Lucette pleated tennis dress

L'Etoile Sport

golf & tennis zip-front A-line dress


Form-Meets-Function Skirts

When you need a court-ready outfit in a pinch, turn to a tennis skirt to put a sophisticated flounce in your step. Whether you choose to opt for the classic white or go for something bolder (say, electric blue), the built-in spandex will hold the tennis balls as you smash your serve in style. Pair with an easy tank or sports bra for an effortless fit. 

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Tory Burch

pleated-hem tennis skirt

Hit the courts in style with a Tory Burch's pleated skirt.
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Nike

NikeCourt Dri-FIT Victory flouncy tennis skirt

Vuori

Volley skirt

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Girlfriend Collective

compressive stretch skirt

Fila

Heritage signature skort

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Alo

Aces tennis skirt

Splits59

Airweight tennis skirt

Recreational Habits

Natasha tennis skirt

Ciao Lucia

tennis skirt 2

Sporty & Rich x Prince

pleated striped tennis skirt

Game, Set, Matching Sets

There's something inherently elegant about an outfit that works together seamlessly. Achieve this elevated look with a matching set, from Girlfriend Collective's forest green streamlined set to The Upside's preppy striped knitted duo.

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Girlfriend Collective

Dylan recycled stretch sports bra

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Girlfriend Collective

compressive recycled stretch skirt

Live The Process

Crystal tennis sports bra

Live The Process

Malia ribbed-knit tennis miniskirt

Varley

Harcourt Performance striped tank

Varley

Kalmia pleated tennis skirt

Outdoor Voices

Double Time sports bra

Outdoor Voices

Court layered mini skirt

The Upside

Quinn striped vest

The Upside

Salima striped mini wrap skirt

Wilson

Everyday brami

Wilson

Midtown tennis skirt

Retro-Inspired Sweaters

For warm-ups, post-match, and strolling around town, carry vintage vibes around with you for the day. Between cozy cable-knit V-necks and printed polos, a retro-inspired sweater transports you off the court and to the good old days. You can also select a cardigan from Kule or Gucci to don over your dress.

Kule

The Whitney sweater

Polo Ralph Lauren

cricket sweater

Tory Burch

jacquard tennis cardigan

Have fun with the tennis movement in a statement-making cardigan.

Brooks Brothers

tennis sweater

Sandro

cable-knit sweater

Casablanca

Tennis Club Icon sweatshirt

Sporty & Rich x Lacoste

printed sweatshirt

Gucci

cotton jersey cardigan

Recreational Habits

Williams cropped crew

The Upside

Louie striped sweater

Tennis Accessories

Add the finishing touches to your tennis look. Reach for an iconic tennis bracelet to bring glamour to your wrist. Zipper your racket into a quilted tote bag for hands-free carrying. Top it off with a visor to shade yourself from the harsh rays. Now you're game ready.

Tory Burch

convertible stripe tennis tote

Blue Nile

diamond tennis bracelet

Caraa

tennis quilted backpack tote bag

Alo Yoga

captivate visor