Tenniscore is a fashion microtrend that emerged in the 2020s, drawing inspiration from the classic aesthetic of tennis apparel. Popularized on social media platforms like TikTok in 2022-2024, the trend reflects a renewed interest in the sport itself during the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Tenniscore incorporates traditional tennis attire such as pleated skirts, polo shirts, and tennis dresses, often in a classic all-white palette. However, the trend also embraces modern interpretations, with brands like Lacoste and Wilson collaborating with streetwear labels like A.P.C., Awake NY, and Kith to create updated silhouettes and incorporate contemporary design elements.[1]
Tenniscore has also influenced casual wear, with elements like cable-knit sweaters, sweater vests, and headbands finding their way into everyday wardrobes. The trend also includes accessories like visors and tennis bracelets, which have seen a resurgence in popularity.
History[]
Suzanne Lenglen
The history of Tenniscore is deeply intertwined with the evolution of tennis fashion itself. In the 1920s, tennis player Suzanne Lenglen, known as "La Divine," challenged the conventions of feminine clothing with her knee-length pleated silk skirt designed by Jean Patou, which allowed for greater freedom of movement.[2] From this point, fashion houses became more involved in creating attire for sports.
More recently, the 2023 film Challengers starring Zendaya has played a major role in popularizing the Tenniscore aesthetic. Zendaya's character's on-screen wardrobe, designed by Jonathan Anderson, features tennis-inspired outfits that combine sporty and high-fashion elements. Zendaya's own red-carpet appearances for the film's promotion helped popularize the trend, showing designer pieces with clear tennis influences.
However, the fashion world was already embracing Tenniscore before Challengers. In 2022, Miu Miu's collection featured cropped polos and micro-pleated skirts, reinterpreting the classic tennis uniform. Lacoste, a brand synonymous with tennis, also paid homage to its history with modern interpretations of traditional tennis wear. Other luxury brands like Gucci have also contributed to the trend. Gucci's "Gucci Tennis" collection draws inspiration from the brand's 1970s archives, combining classic tennis styles with contemporary design.
Fashion[]
The Tenniscore aesthetic centers around classic tennis attire with modern additions. Core pieces include pleated tennis skirts, polo shirts, and tennis dresses, often in an all-white color palette or with subtle stripes and accents in green, lime, or navy. These classic pieces are often reinterpreted with contemporary fits, fabrics, and design details. Tenniscore incorporates other athletic-inspired pieces like cable knit sweaters, sweater vests, and track jackets. Accessories play an important role, with visors, sweatbands, and tube socks adding to the sporty vibe. Jewelry, especially tennis bracelets, add a touch of luxury. Footwear choices within Tenniscore range from classic white sneakers to preppy loafers. The aesthetic is a nod to the vintage tennis style.
Media[]
Film[]
- Challengers (2023)
Gallery[]
References[]
- ↑ "How Tenniscore Came to Signify a New Era of Luxury Athleisure" on vogue.com
- ↑ "Zendaya et Bella approuvent! Le Tenniscore sera la tendance mode à suivre de l'été" on vogue.fr (in French)