What are The Best Luxury Tennis Clothes Right Now?

Would you play more tennis if the outfits you played in were incredibly chic? Um, yeah. We definitely would. So, what are the best luxury tennis clothes for women right now? Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has curated a list of the best luxury tennis fashion apparel brands for women, and the on-trend tennis clothes for summer 2020.

what are The Best Luxury Tennis Clothes Right Now?

Before the era of athleisure and stylish workout clothes, tennis was one of the only sports where the apparel was actually cute, femme and flattering. Of course there was figure skating – but that required 5:00 am practices. Hard pass!

taking a cue from the professionals

Nowadays, the professional tennis circuit is a veritable fashion runway. Its stars are incredible athletes but also style MVPs. Who can forget Serena Williams in her Black Panther inspired catsuit (and its subsequent unjust ban) at Roland Garros last year? Maria Sharapova and Caroline Wozniacki are always fashion forward. And Sloane Stephens is so elegant in her monochrome jewel-toned outfits.

As the temperatures rise in New York and elsewhere, and we prepare to resume playing outdoors, we went in search of the most on-trend and stylish luxury tennis attire that live up to our tennis style muses.

go from the court to the street

These are outfits to show off and wear all day as many of our friends do all summer. Popping up at the supermarket, the coffee shop and the park in full gear – the better to invoke envy from the rest of us over their lifestyle of leisure. And who can blame them? There’s something timeless, posh and elegant about a busy woman in smart tennis gear. If luxury is about evoking dreams of ease and plenty, it’s hard to beat showing up in a crisp tennis dress, sparkling white sneakers and a swishy ponytail.

a wide array of options for on-trend luxury tennis clothes

Of course, you can always opt for a big brand like Nike for tennis apparel. It’ll get the job done. But if you want to aim higher, you’re in luck this season. Depending on the look you’re after, you’ll find a lot of great choices in luxury tennis apparel right now.

Dressing for a game at an all-American Nantucket backyard court? Meeting your opponent at a country club that retains an all-white dress code? Aiming to achieve Serena Williams chic? Or European flair? Done, done, done and done. And don’t worry – these on-trend tennis apparel lines are also built for performance, not just for lounging around post-match.

Of course, should you choose to run around town in these outfits, in order to look as if you’re fresh off the court even if you don’t actually know how to play, we’ll totally understand. It’ll be our little secret.

The on-trend Luxury Tennis Clothes from the best apparel brands right now

Here are 12 of the best luxury tennis apparel brands and their on-trend clothes collections that will have you looking cute in no time – giving you more time to practice your serve.

1. LIJA

LIJA draws inspiration from global high fashion and Vancouver’s active lifestyle, to motivate women to move with confidence.

We love these unabashedly body conscious and flattering, feminine designs: lavender Echo tank ($85) and Drill skort ($85), abstract floral Baseline tank ($90) and Angle Skort ($80), and coral Bea tank ($85) and Center Point Skort ($90).

2. Tuckernuck

Tucknernuck is a lifestyle brand with a classic and preppy style inspired by sport, travel, family, friends and celebration.

Their tennis whites have an undeniable cheerful energy like this Pleated Tennis Dress with red and light blue trim ($88), Terry Dotted Tank ($55), and Trimmed Tennis Tank with a kelly green border ($55).

3. Tory Sport

Using high performance fabrics, Tory Sport imbues their tennis styles with timeless sophistication.

The Pique Pleated Collar Polo ($118) and Hem Skirt ($125) looks crisp and stylish. Feminine and functional, the Tech Pique Ruffle Polo ($138) is ultra-lightweight, moisture wicking and exceptionally breathable. Pair it with the Net-T Tennis Circle Skirt ($148) which stretches as you move. Tory’s signature Sleeveless Tunic Top ($125) and Side Slit Skirt ($135) is elegant enough for any country club.

4. F.WORDS

Our friend Kendel Neidermyer, Founder and Chief Everything Officer of the couture performance apparel line F.Words (for Fit, Fashion, Function, and Flexibility), has an excellent tennis-inspired collection. For on-trend tennis apparel, this is an excellent option. The pieces are meant to go seamlessly from court to club, and they’re all made in New York.

If you need to be in all-white, she’s got you covered. This Fuego design ($650) is a cocktail dress and tennis dress in one, made from performance double face scuba jersey. Or consider The Frequency Shirt with a flattering crossover paneling ($325) paired with the four-way stretch Flounce Skirt ($325). This stylish Freedom hoodie ($400 is noteworthy for its Outlast® technology neoprene which keeps you perfectly temperate always – no over heating, no chilling down.

5. InPhorm

Priding itself on delivering “feminine eco-forward active wear,” inPhorm is another great source for luxury tennis clothes. The brand’s fabrics are designed to preserve energy and resources and to lower demands on the environment via a special partnership with its manufacturer and mill.

Of course, all you’ll notice is comfort and beautifully detailed construction. Like this minty Mesh Tank ($90) and A-Line Inverted Pleated Skirt ($95). White with a tasteful floral trim ($125)  for when you want to stand out. Keep your cool on the court in this feather light Flounce dress ($130) with figure flattering black insert detailing.

6. Ivincia

Ivincia is a London label specializing in limited edition tennis outfits designed to be worn on and off the court. The high stretch fabric of the Amelia Tennis Dress ($244) features an intricate, hand-drawn daffodil pattern that is oh-so-pretty.

White need not be boring when you’re running after the ball in a cascade of ruffles in this Chelsea Dress ($219). The Primavera Tennis Dress ($455) has a built-in bra, and is made from power mesh lined with technical textiles. The strategic placement of the floral graphic makes the dress especially flattering.

7. L’Etoile Sport

Frustrated by a dearth of functional and feminine tennis wear, entrepreneur Yesim Philip launched L’Etoile in the summer of 2012 at the Meadow Club in Southampton. A professional athletic background influences her designs which – in honor of the sport’s sartorial history – are always offered in Wimbledon white. 

This Pointelle Trim Tank ($135) is an essential for any tennis player. Pair with the matching Team Skort ($165) or mix it up with this wavy Team Skort ($135) with attractive teal color blocking. This high neck Sports Bra ($115) is attractive enough to wear alone with its eye-catching graphic print.

8. Lacoste

Lacoste’s heritage good looks are always in style. And we admit, we have a nostalgic soft spot for that iconic embroidered crocodile. This season’s designs are bold and colorful like this red and burgundy chevron Cotton Pique Dress ($155).

Add a bit of quirkiness to the court with a limited edition Lacoste x Jean-Michel Tixier Print Classic Fit Polo Shirt ($145) and a raspberry Pleated Tennis Skirt ($90). Inspired by wetsuit fashion, we love the sporty look of this ergo dynamic Tank Top ($75).

9. Lilly Pulitzer

Lilly Pulitzer‘s entire tennis line is made with “Luxletic” fabric– a superbly soft meryl yarn that provides moisture management and excellent sun protection (UPF 50+ Rating). 

We want to snatch up all of these versatile, feminine tops: Martina Polo Top ($88) in a punchy pink, Frida Ruffle Polo Top ($118) in white, and the Frida Scallop Top ($138) in Zanzibar blue.

10. Outdoor Voices

We’ve been admiring Outdoor Voices on Instagram for their commitment to body diversity for a while now. Last year, we finally bought a pair of their popular color blocked leggings. And they lived up to the hype.

For tennis fans in search of stylish apparel, check out the Hudson short ($55) in “Pebbled Storm,” made with a lightweight quick-drying recycled polyester fabric featuring a comfortable knit waistband and built-in brief liner. Their popular, wear anywhere Exercise Dress ($100) is perfect for tennis with a built-in shorts liner and phone pocket. Or match up the Hudson skort ($55) with a high coverage Crop Top ($45) and get your game on.

11. Angle New York

Kathy Angele founded Angle New York in 2015 with the eternal athlete in mind. Angle draws inspiration from the “Original 9,” the group of nine professional female tennis players led by Billie Jean King who fought against the inequities in prize money between male and female players.

We love the retro stylings of the Kerry Dress ($100), Althea Tee ($85) with matching Skort ($135), and the throwback Americana look of the Helen Tank ($110). 

12. Tonic Active

Tonic Active is thoughtfully designed and manufactured in Vancouver, BC. Their training collection is developed with top-of-the-line Italian made textiles which offer UPF sun protection and compression qualities to enhance performance.

Designs are sophisticated and flattering like the beautifully draped Fern Skirt ($89), Tennis Dress ($112), and Holly Short ($54).

The Best Luxury Tennis Fashion for Women Right Now

There you have it: 12 on-trend tennis apparel fashion brands for women to up your tennis style game. Whether you’re actually playing or just posing, these will have you looking crisp and cool all summer long.

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Crediting her training as a cultural anthropologist at Wellesley College, Julie has immersed herself in various industries in the last 15 years including fashion design, event planning, fitness and even investigating police misconduct. Julie lives in NYC where she loves trying every ramen and dumpling restaurant with her husband and three children. She finds joy in bold prints, biographies of fierce women, kickboxing and spending way too long finding the perfect polish color to express her mood.

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