Best on-court style moments through the years
As tennis players battle it out on the court, we can't help but notice the fashion statements they are making as they simultaneously make history.
Read on to see some of the best on-court style moments throughout time.
Katie Boulter's nail art
As many manicure fans know, a little art on your fingertips can be all it takes to brighten your mood
Though Katie Boulter of Great Britain lost her match against Australia's Harriet Dart, she delighted the onlookers at Wimbledon with her miniscule tribute to the historic tennis tournament.
On her nails was a Wimbledon-inspired manicure, sporting the classic white that players are expected to wear, as well as purple and green stripes.
The nail art design also featured strawberries on top of a white net background, for the net of the tennis court.
Strawberries and cream is a traditional snack at the historic tennis tournament, with it being reported that approximately 27 tons of strawberries and 7,000 litres of cream are consumed by spectators while watching the tournament.
The tournament appreciated the tribute, with the official Instagram page posting this image of Boulter's manicure. "You've nailed it once again, Katie," it wrote.
Coco Gauff's nails
The United State's Coco Gauff also sported a Wimbledon-inspired nail set during her match against Caroline Dolehide.
Gauff's manicure also featured the iconic strawberries, but she instead opted for a stripe of yellow in a French manicure design in honour of the colour of tennis balls, giving the mani a summery feel.
Marta Kostyuk's wedding dress-inspired tennis dress
Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine's Wimbledon whites have a meaningful story behind them, with the Wilson tennis dress being inspired by her own wedding gown.
Kostyuk enlisted the help of Wilson in the design of her wedding dress for her wedding to George Kyzymenko last year.
The sports equipment company created a comfortable and sleek gown that featured a plunging V-neckline and a ruched, cut-out back, covered completely in hand-appliquéd flowers.
Her game ensemble was much the same, though they opted out of the flowers and cut it into a mini-dress.
Kostyuk described it to Wilson as "light, comfortable, feminine [and] beautiful," adding, "Everything that was in my wedding dress is the same in the tennis dress because it's the way I live my life on and off the court."
The dress is now available to purchase on Wilson's site as "The Marta Dress", and also comes with a version with an overlay.
"I think after Wimbledon is over, I will put this dress in the frame and hang it on the wall somewhere for sure," she said, "It definitely will be one of the highlights of my life and my career. I mean what ... else can you ask for?"
Naomi Osaka's ruffles
Naomi Osaka chose to don a ruffle-filled number for Wimbledon 2024, with each of her movements being emphasised by the frills of her outfit.
Its reminiscent of tennis star Lea Pericoli's 1965 rose-trimmed tennis dress designed by Tinling for her turn at Wimbledon, which became famous for it's fashion-forward ruffle effect.
Lea Pericoli's 1964 feather skirt
Pericolo was not one to shy away from experimental on-court fashion. In 1964, the Italian tennis player wore a tennis dress with a skirt made from 500 swan feathers.
Venus Williams's Tina Turner dress
Another tennis star not afraid to push the envelope with on-court fashion is Venus Williams, who hosts a plethora of iconic on-court looks.
One such look was her 2010 Wimbledon outfit inspired by her icon, Tina Turner. It featured a halter neck, bustier-style top and a tassled fringe skirt that swished with every move she made.
"I think it's just a fun, elegant dress. Obviously, she's just an amazing, amazing artist, just a survivor. She reinvented herself. Plus she looks great. I've loved her forever. So the dress is really inspired by her," Williams told media at the time.
Serena William's trench coat dress
Her sister Serena is also one for bold fashion moves. Who could forget when she stepped out on court to practice for Wimbledon in 2008 in a white trench coat-inspired dress?
Serena Williams's black catsuit
Serena Williams stunned when she walked onto the courts of the 2018 French Open in a black catsuit that covered her head-to-toe, save for a striking red waistband.
Many praised the sleek outfit online, but French Tennis Federation President Bernard Giudicelli said that Roland Garros would be introducing a dress code after she debuted the outfit.
"It will no longer be accepted," Giudicelli said, "One must respect the game and the place."
Mnay questioned the decision, and whether factors such as race and body type led to it.
Williams also clarified at the time that she had chosen to wear pants after nearly losing her life following the birth of her daughter Olympia in 2017.
"I've had a lot of problems with my blood clots," she said at the time, "God, I don't know how many I've had in the past 12 months. I've been wearing pants in general a lot when I play, so I can keep the blood circulation going."
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