Match Point! Summer Tennis Picks for on and off the Court

By Bee-Shyuan Chang
June 20, 2011

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Tennis Star Style: Venus and Serena Williams, Vera Zvonareva, Ana Ivanovic, Maria Sharapova

From the lithe, golden good looks of Maria Sharapova to the outlandishly stylish Williams sisters to the cool Euro chic of Roger Federer, tennis buffs aren't just practicing their strokes; they're investing in some serious style, too. In the spirit of Wimbledon—the UK Grand Slam tournament famous for its preppy whites that kicks off this week—we've upped our game with some style-conscious picks. Suffice it to say, if you're backhand hasn't made any progress this summer, then at least you'll turn heads with a perfect little ensemble.

Classic Prep

Channel your inner country club grande dame by taking a tennis lesson (with a sufficiently buff pro, naturally) in classic tennis whites. Not only is head-to-toe white a prerequisite for playing at some of the country's most chi chi clubs, but a short white pleated skirt will also do wonders for your hard-earned poolside tan. Afterwards, hit the clubhouse with a striped v-neck sweater thrown over the shoulder for good effect.

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Adidas by Stella McCartney White Tennis Skirt

(current bid, $29.99)

Nike Women's Featherlight Visor in White

(buy it now price, $22.99)

Cable V-Neck Cricket Sweater

(buy it now price, $128)

Wilson Pro Staff Classic Tennis Shoe

(buy it now price, $43.90)

Butterfly Tennis Racket Case

(buy it now price, $29.99)

Match Point! Summer Tennis Picks for on and off the Court

Serena Williams (r) and Venus Williams of USA (photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

Polo Players

Aside from golfers, tennis players are probably best known for making collared polo shirts so popular. Catch a grand stand match in a classic Lacoste version, with it's trademark green alligator, paired with cotton twill shorts or an all-in-one polo dress. Add a wide-brim straw hat and tote for the midday heat.

Lacoste Orange Polo Shirt

(buy it now price, $29.99)

Lacoste Pink Polo Shirt

(buy it now price, $39.99)

Women's Chino Shorts

(buy it now price, $24.57)

Wide Brim Straw Hat

(starting bid, $7.99)

Tommy Hilfiger Polo Dress

(buy it now price, $59)

Vera Zvonareva of Russia (photo by ALEXANDER NEMENOV/AFP/Getty Images)

Juice Stands

The up-and-coming tennis guard, such as Serbia's Jelena Jankovic and Ana Ivanovic, have been brightening up the court with intense doses of color. Both players have recently been spotted in a spectrum that includes bright pink, tangerine and lime green. Whether you're in the stands or playing a third set tie-breaker, cheer up with these juicy hues.

Nike Pleated Tennis Skirt

(buy it now price, $24.99)

Nike Tennis Tank Top

(buy it now price, $11.99)

Adidas Climacool Tennis Skirt

(buy it now price, $22.99)

Babolat Tennis Racket

(buy it now price, $139.95 )

Wilson BLX Tour Six Racquet Bag

(buy it now price, $53.95)

Ana Ivanovic of Serbia (photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Dress Up

The latest tennis dresses are pretty enough to make an afternoon date out of court time. With flounces and asymmetrical necklines, they take cues from stylish heavy hitters like Maria Sharapova and number one ranked Caroline Wozniacki.