What to wear to Wimbledon
Every summer the world’s finest tennis players descend upon London, for what are universally recognised to be two of the world’s greatest and most prestigious tennis tournaments; Queens and the Wimbledon Championships. The history behind both events is unparalleled and it is this prestige and tradition that make them unmissable not only for the British public, but the entire sporting universe. That said, while Queens is a great event in its own right, Wimbledon is undoubtedly the main highlight. It is a quintessentially British affair, and strawberries, cream, picnics and boater hats are just as much of a mainstay as the tennis itself. Given the time-honoured tradition behind both Wimbledon and Queens, they lend well to those wanting to make an effort with their attire, so if you want to look well-turned out be sure to follow our handy gentleman’s guide to dressing for the tennis.
SMART, , For those wanting to go all-out, a tailored suit in a neutral shade will be spot on. You should be aiming for relaxed tailoring though, as opposed to a boardroom-ready three piece. This Canali linen suit ticks all the boxes, and, as it’s not cut too slim, it will ensure you stay comfortable through even the most gruelling of matches. Pair it with a crisp white shirt and brown suede derbies and you’ll be serving up a winner. Watch out for those strawberries though…
Canali Stone Siena-Shape Linen Suit, £1,075 from Mr Porter, Hackett Fulham Shirt, £95 from Hackett, Herring William II, £275 from Herring Shoes, Retro Superfuture Brown Tiberio Racer Sunglasses, £170 from Liberty, Paul Smith Polka Dot Stripe Socks, £16.95 from Harrods
SMART-CASUAL, , Whilst it is a broad term, smart-casual attire often allows for the most creativity, therefore making it perfect for the more eccentric of tennis spectators. Try mixing up your suits and swapping the trousers or blazers around. A pair of pastel shaded chinos would look great with a staple navy blazer, and instead of a dress shirt, opt for a polo shirt, giving your outfit a more informal edge that will look no less stylish.
AMI Slim-Fit Cotton Trousers, £160 from Mr Porter , Aspesi Slim-Fit Unstructured Cotton Blazer, £425 from Mr Porter, Brioni Cotton Silk-Blend Polo Shirt, £425 from Matches Fashion, Grenson G-Lab Leather Penny Loafer, £295 from Mr Porter
CASUAL, , If you’re after a more casual look, or if the weather is simply too hot, then you can’t go wrong with a tailored short and oxford shirt combination. Make like the pros and opt for white shorts and match them with a pink shirt. Accessorise with a striped canvas belt and signature Wimbledon straw hat, and finish off when a pair of boat shoes.
Hackett Mayfair Pinpoint Shirt, £95 from Hackett, Polo Ralph Lauren Classic-Fit Chino Shorts White, £110 from Ralph Lauren , Hackett Striped Ribbon Straw Hat, £70 from Hackett, Gucci Striped Canvas Belt, £160 from Mr Porter
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