11 Tennis Skirt Outfits to Inspire Your Coastal Granddaughter Summer
Tenniscore is about to be your favorite trend.
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Have you ever thought to yourself, “I wish I had a comfy, sporty, flirty version of leggings that wasn't a pair of pants”? Enter the tennis skirt — the ‘70s courtside staple is back in style, and we have the cutest tennis skirt outfits for you to recreate ASAP.
There's no need to be playing the actual sport to take tenniscore inspo from casual players (like Princess Diana) and pros (like Serena Williams) alike. The tennis skirt, which comes in both straight and skater silhouettes, is perfect for achieving that leisurely, shoreside Coastal Granddaughter vibe. You'll also find that tennis skirts are an excellent substitute for your regular biker shorts, as most have built-in shorts underneath for comfort and modesty.
When it comes to styling, sometimes all you need is a matching sports bra or crop tank — perfect for a Hot Girl Walk™️ or a run through the park. Alternatively, you could tie a sweater around your shoulders, layer a polo under a varsity sweatshirt, or even style your tennis skirt with a leather jacket and combat boots for a grunge look. Whether you’re planning on breaking a sweat or just sitting courtside, here are our favorite tennis skirt outfits to wear this summer.
Courtside Prep
Polos and tennis skirts are a match (no pun intended) made in heaven. Loosely tie a sweatshirt over one shoulder for preppy vibes.
Fabletics Pleated Skirt With Built-In Short
Fabletics Pleated Skirt With Built-In Short
Vintage Cardigan
Wearing a soft longline cardigan over your tennis skirt and workout tank takes your look from athletic to totally cozy.
Halara Cloudful™ Air Comfy High Waisted Crossover 2-in-1 Side Pocket Flare Cool Touch Tennis Skirt
Halara Cloudful™ Air Comfy High Waisted Crossover 2-in-1 Side Pocket Flare Cool Touch Tennis Skirt
Tennis Dresses
Okay, so this isn't technically a skirt, but you can make your tennis dresses or traveler dresses look like skirts by layering a sweatshirt or sweater on top. It's practically a two-for-one.
Ewedoos Tennis Workout Dress with Built-in Bra & Shorts
White Before Labor Day
This all-white look is the serotonin boost we've been looking for. Colorful sneakers or sandals will look 10/10 paired with this 'fit.
Lululemon Mesh Pleats Mid-Rise Mini Tennis Skirt
Lululemon Mesh Pleats Mid-Rise Mini Tennis Skirt
Collegiate Vibes
Try wearing a tennis skirt with a varsity sweater — it's like the upgraded big sister of your favorite leggings + college sweatshirt combo.
Take It From The Pros
Planning some kind of sporty weekend activity with your friends? Serena Williams doesn't shy away from pops of bright color, so neither do we.
EleVen by Venus Williams Endless Tennis Skirt, Hot Pink
Grunge Energy
If you wake up in the morning feeling like the storm cloud emoji, look tough AF with a tennis skirt paired with a leather jacket and stomping boots.
SANTINY Pleated Tennis Skirt with 4 Pockets
OTW to the Courts
You can't go wrong with a sports bra and tennis skirt for hitting the courts. Take a leaf out of Bella Hadid's book and add a bolero-style shrug on top.
Preppy Layers
You can wear your tennis skirt on a totally non-athletic occasion by styling it with a lightweight jacket and boots.
A Touch of Gold
Emma Roberts knows how to luxify her tennis skirt with bling. Whether you wear a gold bomber jacket or lots of jewelry, more is more when it comes to this look.
Nike Court Dri-FIT Victory Flouncy Skirt
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