TENNIS IS ONE OF THOSE RARE SPORTS WHERE STYLE IS JUST AS INSTRUMENTAL TO THE GAME AS A STRONG OVERHAND SERVE. GET READY FOR ACTION IN OUR COURT-READY COLLECTIVE OF SLEEK SPORTSWEAR AND ACCESSORIES, FROM COLORFUL SEPARATES TO DESIGNER DUDS FOR YOUR RACKET
BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA
Lululemon Peek Pleat Skirt & Polo Shirt Make the court your catwalk in this coral quick-dry top designed in a classic polo style. The matching high-rise skirt reveals tiny pleats along the sides with cobalt blue built-in shorts underneath. Skort $88, shirt $78, shop.lululemon.com
Lacoste X Djokovic Polo and Novak Short What does the top tennis player in the world wear? His own collection, of course, in partnership with the famous “alligator” logo brand. The colorful check-erboard print defi nes this athletic polo shirt with an ND signature at the sleeve. The made-for-champions bottoms are mesh lined with an inner drawcord. Top $120, bottom $90, lacoste.com
DeBeers Diamond Bracelet
Legend has it that the “tennis bracelet” was coined in 1987 when pro tennis player Chris Evert donned the bling to a match and it fell off. She later secured it and from then on, the opulent accessory became a household name. This stunning 5.79 ctw DB piece is com-posed of a single row of ethically sourced brilliant diamonds and is part of the Classic Lines collection. $29,300, nevesjewelers.com
Sergio Tacchini Ascot Jacket & Pant
A throwback from the ‘80s, this warm-up suit offers a new take on the retro colorblocked silhouette of the day. Both items are crafted from black tricot fabric then shot with injections of red throughout. Born for the rebels and rule breakers, the look defi nitely leans more Brooklyn than Wimbledon. Top $140, bottom $110, sergiotacchini.com
Lily Pulitzer Justine Pullover and Maryana Skort Keep your muscles warm in this fi tted half-zip with shirt tail hem, shirring detail at the shoul-ders, and contrasting coloring at the neck. The vibrant printed skirt offers a straight fi t with a convenient pocket on the undershorts. Both articles are part of the Luxletic line made of UPF 50 sunguard fabric. Top $118, bottom $98, lilypulitzer.com
Nike Court Air Zoom Vapor Pro 2 Sneakers
For the rally that won’t relent or the marathon match that you simply must win, these classic mesh runners will set you up for suc-cess. The Zoom spring and superior comfort will keep you supported and light on your feet, even on the most unforgiving of surfaces. Available in men’s and women’s. $120, nike.com
Louis Vuitton Suzanne Etui Racket Bag
Make a great call rocking the House’s monogram racket holder with a jacquard strap for easy toting and a pouch that includes 4 LV balls. Simple goldtone hardware and vachetta leather piping complete this overqualified accessory. $2030 louisvuitton.com
YSL X Wilson Star Tennis Racket
A collab between the iconic tennis brand Wilson and fashion house Saint Laurent seems unlikely, but together they dreamed up this sleek, 100% carbon fiber racket ready for all-day play. This lightweight, limited-edition star swinger will set you apart from the rest. $775, ysl.com