what to wear to wimbledon & other classy sport events

Are you a tennis fan? Even if you’re not, it’s worth attending Wimbledon or one of the Grand Slams for the sense of occasion, the atmosphere and the strawberries of course. But what to wear to Wimbledon? What are the best Wimbledon outfits to choose? Whether you’re heading to London or maybe planning a trip to the US Open later in the year, you’ll find the inspiration you need below…

Wimbledon outfits

When watching Wimbledon, you probably have one eye on the action on the court, and one eye on the crowd. The Duchess of Cambridge is a regular and the Duchess of Sussex has joined her in the stands. Actress Sienna Miller has also often been spotted looking chic among the crowd as has Downtown actress Michelle Dockery. So, if you’re lucky enough to go, you maybe (almost) rubbing shoulders with royalty and A-listers.

Wimbledon dress code

So, is there a dress code when you attend Wimbledon? Are there must wears and must nots? Well, while the dress code on court is strictly enforced, there’s no official Wimbledon dress code for spectators beyond not wearing torn jeans or dirty sneakers.

However, Wimbledon spectators do usually dress up, particularly if they are attending center court. Think about what you would wear to a summer wedding. Although, in this case, it’s absolutely fine to wear white (you’ll be showing solidarity for the players!)

Claudia @beafitmom.nl above shows how you could wear white to Wimbledon with a stylish blazer dress.

Get her look with this similar blazer dress (another option here), pumps and fedora hat.

Your upper half will be more visible

While a summer dress is the perfect outfit for Wimbledon, your top half will be what is on show for most of the match, given you’ll be sitting down. So you may want to concentrate on the details on the upper half of your outfit.

Don’t forget a cover-up

British summertime is notoriously unpredictable. So, while center court now has a rectractable roof, you’ll still want to make sure you have a layer to stay warm.

Try plain or classic patterns

Block colors always look classy. Or you may want to think about choosing a timeless pattern like stripes or polka dots.

Consider bringing a hat

It may be sunny and the roof will then be open. You’ll want to protect your face while looking stylish in the process. Check out our tips on how to wear a hat.

Wimbledon outfits

Now that you know the basics about dressing for Wimbledon, let’s take a look at how you could put your Wimbledon outfits together. Then you can tuck into some strawberries and cream and enjoy the action.

Tops to wear to wimbledon

A classic white shirt always works for pretty much every occasion. Eileen @eileenternullo above wears hers with pink pants and matching shoes.

Check out this similar shirt, pants, mules, handbag, hat, necklace and earrings.

You could also think about adding sunny yellows, cool blues or stripes to your outfit.

Nordstrom Drape Neck Short Sleeve Top – Sanctuary Real Love Gauze Blouse – Halogen Knit Off the Shoulder Top – Nordstrom Everyday Stripe Poplin Button-Up Shirt

Jackets and cardigans

You may need a cover-up at Wimbledon, to make sure you stay warm and look smart. Angela @angelamashelle above opts for a striped dress, blazer and crisp white sneakers that would be perfect.

Steal her look with this similar dress, blazer, sneakers, handbag and earrings.

A classic cover up to choose would be a blazer, but you could also opt for a cozy cardigan as long as you keep the rest of your outfit smart.

Halogen Relaxed Blazer – Treasure & Bond Stripe Linen Blend Blazer – Treasure & Bond Linen Blend Crop Blazer – Polo Ralph Lauren Linen Cardigan

dresses

A dress is a classic Wimbledon option. You can opt for a knee-length, a midi or a maxi, depending on your preference. Emms @beautifuleveryday_uk above looks lovely in her white maxi dress and straw hat.

Check out these lace dresses from Bdcoco and ECOWISH, hat from Camptrace and earrings from PAVOI. 

The yellow dress (below) is similar to one that Kate Middleton was spotted in at Wimbledon.

COS V-Neck Midi Dress – COS Ruffle Sleeve Midi Dress – Karen Millen Soft Tailored Pleated Sleeveless Shirt Dress – Max Mara Leisure Stripe Shirtdress

pants and skirts

Jeans are fine to wear to Wimbledon as long as they aren’t ripped. I would stick to a darker color like Carmen @carmen_gimeno above as this looks smarter, and keep your top half more formal.

Check out this similar top, jacket, jeans, sneakers, clutch, necklace and sunglasses.

You could choose wide-leg or slim pants, and knee or midi-length skirts. If you want to add interest, you could look out or a skirt with some asymmetry.

VICI Collection Belted High Waist Wide Leg Pants – Boden Richmond 7/8 Pants – Caslon Solid Linen Blend Midi Skirt – Ted Baker London Rafaele Asymmetric Column Skirt

shoes

I would opt or a low-ish heel or a flat style for Wimbledon. You can wear sneakers, but make sure they are clean and smart. Beth @styleatacertainage above (read her style interview here) chooses a pair of espadrilles.

Steal her look with this similar dress (actual piece here), espadrille sandals, handbag, earrings and necklace.

BP. Frankie Ankle Strap Sandal – Greatonu Slingback Kitten Heel Pump – Soludos Wedge Lace-Up Espadrille Sandal – Ted Baker London Haliana Sneaker

accessories

You can elevate your Wimbledon looks with stylish accessories like Wendy @fashionoverfifty.wendy above who chooses pearls and a clutch bag.

Get her look with this similar dress, heels, clutch, necklace, bracelet and sunglasses.

Think about taking a hat with you. You don’t want to block anyone’s view, but you may need a shade from the sun. Take sunglasses with you, and you could play around with your accessories by adding a print handbag.

Ted Baker London Jorjey Flower Eyelet Flap Crossbody Bag – VANINA ‘Échappé Bag – Marc Jacobs 56mm Rectangle Sunglasses – Nordstrom Paper Straw Panama Hat – Ettika Chunky Crystal Chain Necklace – Nina Haloed Triple Drop Earrings – Nordstrom Cubic Zirconia Drop Earrings

Your Wimbledon outfits together in one place

Below, you can see how you can put together the clothes, shoes and accessories from above to create your wimbledon outfit. Do you have a favorite?

shop some of the items above here:

Brands to check out

A good starting point if you are starting to search for what to wear to Wimbledon, are the brands below which are timeless and smart.

1. Ted Baker
2. COS
3. Polo Ralph Lauren
4. Boden 

Have you ever been lucky enough to go to Wimbledon? What did you wear?

Continue reading:

1. What To Wear To The Races
2. What To Wear To A Casual Wedding In Summer
3. How To Fit A Blazer – A Comprehensive Guide On How To Select The Right Blazer

Feature image by Emms @beautifuleveryday_uk

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