If you’re a fashionmonger who’s deeply vested in pop culture, the current era of vogue is probably stylistic bliss for you. From mermaid-core for all the Little Mermaid enthusiasts (we are definitely part of that world) to Barbie’s pink prowess and now tennis-core, pop culture girls are up!
Fresh off the trails of Wimbledon, the athletic aesthetic is the internet’s latest billionaire cosplay effort (think quiet luxury). No, you don’t have to be a tennis enthusiast to serve looks in this TikTok famous aesthetic. As a matter of fact, it only cares whether or not you look like you own an off-shore bank account while doing it.
ZARA Women’s Cardigan
R769,00
The beauty of tennis-core lies in its simplistic nature andboundless versatility. A-line skirts, crisp linen, polos, neutral colours and sneakers are pieces that transcend seasons and can be mixed and matched to create an abundance of modish, ready-to-wear outfits. With that being said, it’s safe to conclude that if you invest in quality pieces you will still find yourself drawn to them for years to come.
R1299,00
The world of tennis has been inspiring fashion long before we ever added “core” to the end of anything. The proof lies in the thousands of ridiculously chic vintage Lacoste ads you can find on Pinterest.
Factorie Knit Vest
R349,00
Coming back to modern-day fashion, #tenniscore hashtag has surpassed 100,000 views on TikTok, with similar aesthetics like golfcore trailing behind. It joins the slew of other niche trends that have become popular lately for offering proximity to a certain fashion look and lifestyle.
With influencers and supermodels alike sporting the street style trend, tennis-core is the trend to ace before the end of summer. And of course, vintage fanatic Bella Hadid caught on. The supermodel was spotted in New York sporting an ultra-chic tennis core ensemble.
Nike Court Women’s Flouncy Skirt
R999,95
As is typical with on-court outfits, the tennis-core palette is understated silhouettes and colours: Whites, creams, yellows, greens, and blacks all look great against the hard green clay courts most associated with the sport. In the same vein, classic exercise dresses, ruffled skirts, cotton polos, and knit vests are also staples.
R 499,95
Adidas Aeroreact Sports Bra
R380,49
R549,00
Moreover, fashionistas on social media such as Mihlali Ndamase and Kefilwe Mabote have been adding their own personal styles to the fashion fad taking it from athletic to elegant and high class dinner ready.
Tennis-core may rely on this rather simple manner of dressing, but where the look really shines is in its use of “quiet luxury” accessories—think gold watches with ruby bezels, yard-length vintage pearl necklaces, and unnecessarily expensive designer water bottles.
