As the oldest tennis tournament in the world, Wimbledon boasts tradition and represents, for many, the very best of British. One of the politest parties, you can expect a respectful atmosphere — there is total silence while players rally — with a prim and proper dress code to match. Will you pay homage to the game in crisp whites or showcase the competition’s signature green colour with your look? Our style guide of what to wear to Wimbledon offers both options and more below.
Is there a Wimbledon dress code?
While there isn’t a strict dress code for spectators at Wimbledon, smart casual attire is generally encouraged, especially for those attending Centre Court or Court No 1. Think of it as more garden party than Royal Ascot — fascinators should be left at home, while summery panama hats or boater styles are encouraged.
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What to wear to Wimbledon 2025
Dresses
Carolina Herrera belted floral-print faille mididress
Inspired by vintage wallpaper, this belted tea dress from Caroline Herrera won’t look out of place in SW19. Pair yours with matching blue block heel sandals, a cashmere cardigan and sweet basket bag, for a quintessentially British summer time look. £2,320, Carolina Herrera at Net-a-Porter
DÔEN Tahlia lace-trimmed floral-print silk-charmeuse mididress
Founded in Los Angeles by the sisters Margaret and Katherine Kleveland, Dôen is known for its romantic and feminine designs, and this silk-charmeuse dress with its intricate lace trim and floral print is a brand signature. £516, DÔEN at Net-a-Porter
Altuzarra Lydia striped cotton mididress
Consider this striped shirt dress from Altuzarra the answer to all your smart-casual dress code conundrums. Lean into Wimbledon’s preppy atmosphere and wear yours with box-fresh white trainers. £735, Altuzarra at Mytheresa
Shirts & Blouses
Zimmermann Crush pleated floral-print crepon blouse
Invest in Zimmermann’s unabashedly romantic blouse and you’ll most likely be able to find the rest of your outfit for Wimbledon already hanging in your wardrobe — think white tailored trousers and a classic clutch. £725, Zimmermann at Net-a-Porter
Loro Piana Patricia tie-neck silk-organdy blouse
Cut from a silk-organdy, Loro Piana’s baby pink blouse features a detachable neck-tie that can be artfully draped or tied neatly in a bow depending on the occasion. £2,245, Loro Piana at Net-a-Porter
Alaïa cotton-poplin blouse
Similarly dramatic, Alaïa’s crisp white collarless shirt is cleverly crafted from a cotton-poplin so that the architectural sleeves keep their voluminous shape. £1,200, Alaia at Net-a-Porter
Skirts
Gucci cotton canvas skirt with embroidery
The beauty of an A-line midiskirt, like this pretty pink iteration from Gucci, is that it can be worn with both sporty pumps and classic block sandals. £1,100, Gucci
Brandon Maxwell the know cotton poplin maxiskirt
A white cotton poplin skirt might seem like the most obvious choice for Wimbledon — it is a classic for good reason. Despite this, finding the perfect summery maxi is a near impossible task. However, the American designer Brandon Maxwell has made life a lot easier by producing this heavyweight, A-line iteration you’ll wear again and again. £937, Brandon Maxwell at Net-a-Porter
Erdem floral cotton blend midiskirt
If Erdem’s beautiful floral dresses feel a touch too dressy for a day watching the tennis, one of the brand’s midiskirts paired with a staple white T-shirt may be a better choice. £668, Erdem at Mytheresa
Tailored trousers
Hugo Boss relaxed fit trousers in virgin wool
A pair of tailored trousers are a great choice for cooler summer days at Wimbledon. Crafted from woven wool, Boss’s pink wide-leg pants come with a matching blazer, waistcoat and merino knit T-shirt all in the same pastel shade. £149, Hugo Boss
Ralph Lauren collection silk linen Greer wide-leg trousers
Ralph Lauren is the official sponsor and outfitter of Wimbledon and symbolises the mixture of polished, preppy and sporty that the sporting event has become synonymous with. We particularly like the exaggerated pleats on these silk and linen blend trousers. £1,785, Ralph Lauren at Harrods
Eleventy double-pleated tailored trousers
These double-pleated tailored trousers from the Italian quiet luxury brand Eleventy are a great comfortable alternative to a white cotton skirt. £450, Eleventy at Harrods
Accessories
Boodles platinum, mixed gold and diamond classic tennis bracelet
Arguably one of the most timeless pieces of jewellery in history, the tennis bracelet was originally known as the eternity bracelet in the roaring 1920s. However, the accessory took on a new meaning in the 1970s and 1980s when the American player Chris Evert wore a diamond bracelet during her matches. Trust Boodles to pay homage to the sport’s history by adding a playful 18ct yellow and white gold charm in the shape of a tennis ball to its platinum and diamond design. £42,000, Boodles at Harrods
Miu Miu rectangle-frame acetate sunglasses
A pair of sunglasses are essential to ensure you never miss a match point and don’t have to squint at serves. £341, Miu Miu at Selfridges
Aspinal of London midi Mayfair 2
Handcrafted from full grain leather, the iconic Mayfair design from Aspinal of London is a great option for summer social events — it has a top handle and crossbody strap and the midi size is the ideal size to keep all your daily essentials while still being compact enough for you to take into the stands. £695, Aspinal of London
Shoes
Valentino Garavani Bepointy VLogo leather slingback pumps
Despite sitting within the green stands for most of the day, Wimbledon often also involves walking, so to keep things comfortable opt for trainers, loafers or kitten heels. Valentino’s nude slingbacks have been given a pretty and playful update with the addition of a patent leather bow, baby blue toe vamp and signature gold-tone hardware. £664, Valentino at Mytheresa
Jimmy Choo archive collection: flat nubuck mules
Summer in a shoe, Jimmy Choo’s flat loafers are crafted in Italy and defined by their soft nubuck leather and mint green hue. £595, Jimmy Choo at Harrods
Loewe flow logo-appliquéd shell, leather and suede sneakers
Go full sporty with Loewe’s leather and suede sneakers — the gripped, rubber soles are not only practical, they also give this pair a cool, retro feel. £595, Loewe at Net-a-Porter
