Wimbledon 2014: Get the game with fashionable tennis skirts
From Centre Court to the catwalk, the traditional tennis skirt serves a fashionable ace this season, says Natalie Rigg
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.There’s never been a better time to wear a tennis skirt – and it’s not just because Wimbledon began yesterday. This season, the high-performance piece scores major points in sporting and sartorial circles. Just ask Alexander Wang, who exercised a lesson in athletic rebellion by offsetting hip-hugging pleated skirts with mannish, deconstructed jackets and rubber-soled Mary Janes. DKNY added an active vibe to its sleek, city aesthetic, teaming crisp whites with oversized crepe tees, glossy ponytails and logo-stamped visors.
Neil Barrett championed a masculine interpretation: his skirt worn with an ivory sweatshirt and matching cycling shorts could have been borrowed from an adventurous boy. Victoria Beckham presented a luxurious version, teaming belted tennis-inspired cuts with satin bomber jackets and button-up shirts. Even the hyper-feminine house of Alberta Ferretti riffed on the theme, topping off glossy skater skirts with striped tops, ballet flats and mirrored sunglasses.
On the high street, Zara offers white, wrap-front designs that make a modern contrast to sleeveless knits and geometric-print blouses. Mango’s two-tone cream and navy take is an easy but elegant option for high-summer dressing and feels office-appropriate when worn with pointed flats and a tailored jacket. After hours, you can’t beat Topshop’s flirty black chiffon number with its racing-stripe waistband.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments