It's admittedly been a few years Challengers hit screens – all humid tension, love triangles, and Zendaya in Loewe – but we’re still looking for any excuse to channel our inner tennis star. Luckily, the global tennis schedule provides plenty of moments to really lean into the fashion of it all, whether at the Australian Open in January, Roland Garros in May, or Wimbledon in July.

While a host of sporting aesthetics have permeated trend cycles of late – from football jerseys to hiking shoes – tennis is one of the latest to make itself known on runways. From CHANEL to Jean Paul Gaultier – even Gucci recently unveiled its latest tennis-inspired collection, revisiting the sun-bleached aesthetic of its 70s archives with a cinematic new campaign (There’s even a co-branded racket with HEAD).

The sport’s visual codes have always straddled performance and prestige, making it uniquely suited to fashion’s current appetite for clothes that feel intentional and functional. Think pleated skirts that move as well off-court as they do on, crisp polos that work well with athleisure and a good pair of jeans, and sweaters that exude preppy charm. In other words, tennis fashion is spilling out of stadiums and into daily wardrobes. Whether you’re actually court-side or simply dressing like it, the appeal lies in the fantasy: sun-soaked afternoons, competitive glamour, and clothes designed to look good in motion.

If you're looking to get into the tennis-inspired fashion trend while it's hot, see the RUSSH team's favourite fashion serves below.

Lululemon RePleat High-Rise Tennis Skirt

Sporty & Rich Embroidered striped cable-knit polo sweater and pleated mini skirt

LOEWE x ON Recycled Mesh Sneakers

Tory Burch Pleated Tennis Dress

MIU MIU Slubbed Eyelet Poplin Skirt

LE SPECS x No Problemo Pluto

MEJURI Lab Grown Sapphire Tennis Bracelet

The Upside Clubhouse Reece Mini Skirt

Carner Barcelona Tennis Club Eau de Parfum

Racquet Embroidered Hoodie

VACATIONS Ball Boy Candle

Gucci Tennis keychain with Web

OIVAS Ace Dress

adidas Tennis Climacool Dress

Nike Court Collection French Terry Crew-Neck Tennis Top

Feature image via Gucci Instagram.