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The 20 Best Tennis Dresses for Serving Looks

Ace the aesthetic.

Headshot of Laura Lajiness KaupkeBy Laura Lajiness Kaupke
camille charriere wearing a green tennis dress with a plaid jacket on the street during paris fashion week in a roundup of the best tennis dresses 2023
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The best tennis dresses do much more than serve you well on the court. As one of the best exercise dresses, they certainly bring posh energy to a match. But they're also the ultimate sporty-chic look for a weekend out and about, a hot girl walk, or a few hours of errands. Of course, the timeless appeal also qualifies them as a modern preppy style essential. Meaning? The best tennis dresses appear perfectly elevated with a blazer, varsity jacket, or sweater tossed over the top with a pair of loafers or chunky lug soles for a daytime event or dinner.

In terms of each dress's design, "it has become a lot less about pique and collared dresses [and] pleats are done unconventionally or even not at all," explains Abby Gordon, vice president of design and merchandising at Alo. While these iconic details are quintessential and have endured decades, the newest tennis dresses have evolved to make an even stronger fashion statement. "We are seeing dresses that fit close to the body with unexpected necklines," Gordon adds. "Mini mini is also a trend we've seen from the runway, and it's finding its way to the court."

  • Court Dress

    Best Cut-Out Tennis Dress

    Outdoor Voices Court Dress

    $108 at Outdoor Voices
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  • Courtside Tennis Dress

    Best Sweetheart Neckline Tennis Dress

    Alo Courtside Tennis Dress

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  • Performance V-Neck Tennis Dress

    Best Classic Tennis Dress

    Tory Sport Performance V-Neck Tennis Dress

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  • Carina Dress

    Best Square-Neck Tennis Dress

    Varley Carina Dress

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  • Midnight Paloma Racerback Dress

    Best Compressive Tennis Dress

    Girlfriend Midnight Paloma Racerback Dress

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Whether you lean more timeless or trendy with your tennis fashion, a perfect fit, comfortable materials (like breathable, moisture-wicking fibers), and pockets—hello, functionality—are key in the best tennis dresses. "We obsess about fit at Alo, and having the perfect fit creates zero distractions when they are out on the court," Gordon tells BAZAAR. Adding, "Material is everything—[it] has to move with your body and keep you cool under the sun. I personally love a stretchy jersey."

No matter your preference, the market is rife with stylish tennis dresses from minimalist to bold, from new activewear workout brands to cult classics. Ahead, we've gathered the 20 best tennis dresses to shop now.

Best Cut-Out Tennis Dress

Outdoor Voices Court Dress

Court Dress
Best Cut-Out Tennis Dress

Outdoor Voices Court Dress

$108 at Outdoor Voices$65 at Nordstrom
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This cut-out tennis dress is a moment with plenty of support and function.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 86% polyester, 14% spandex

What reviewers are saying: "This was the first thing I ever bought from OV, and I was not disappointed. The cut-out in the back is super flattering, and the material is very thick and high quality. I have a small chest (32 B), and larger legs (M), and a small was perfect. The pockets on the shorts are awesome to hold my phone and keys, and I get SO many compliments on this dress. Would definitely buy again!"

Best Sweetheart Neckline Tennis Dress

Alo Courtside Tennis Dress

Courtside Tennis Dress
Best Sweetheart Neckline Tennis Dress

Alo Courtside Tennis Dress

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"This tennis dress is one of the top ten items to pack for a warm-weather destination," says Gordon. "The right tennis dress can go from the court to lunch with friends simply by draping your favorite chunky sweater over your shoulders and pairing it with really cute sneakers. It can also easily transition to a night out with your favorite blazer, heels, and jewelry."

Sizes: XXS–L

Material: Alosoft (polyester and elastane)

What reviewers are saying: "10/10 Would recommend it. I love wearing this when I do my workouts. It's so comfy, too, for everyday leisure wear."

Best Classic Tennis Dress

Tory Sport Performance V-Neck Tennis Dress

Performance V-Neck Tennis Dress
Best Classic Tennis Dress

Tory Sport Performance V-Neck Tennis Dress

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The ultimate modern classic, this Tory Sport style is a best-seller. We love the elegant conifer color this season.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: Performance jersey (polyester-spandex blend)

What reviewers are saying: " So chic! I purchased green and was so thrilled I purchased white, too! The pleats are magnificent and washes like a dream! Perfect cut for an athletic build, you may want to size up if more voluptuous!"

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Best Square-Neck Tennis Dress

Varley Carina Dress

Carina Dress
Best Square-Neck Tennis Dress

Varley Carina Dress

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This so-sleek square-neck tennis dress epitomizes modern style on or off the court.

Sizes: XXS–XL

Material: 86% polyester, 14% elastane

What reviewers are saying: "I'm obsessed with this piece. It fits so well and though it is short, the shorts peek from underneath (through the side splits) so it still looks very classy. It's soo cute I wear it as atheleisure with sneakers even when I am not playing tennis."

Best Compressive Tennis Dress

Girlfriend Midnight Paloma Racerback Dress

Midnight Paloma Racerback Dress
Best Compressive Tennis Dress

Girlfriend Midnight Paloma Racerback Dress

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Girlfriend turned its best-selling bra into a tennis dress, and all we can say is, thank goodness. It's a 10/10.

Sizes: XXS–6XL

Material: 79% recycled plastic bottles (RPET) and 21% spandex

What reviewers are saying: "Love this dress more than other brands because the shorts and built-in bra are much more compressive with thicker fabric to give support. Love the thought that went into this design along with all of Girlfriend's products!"

Best High-Neck Tennis Dress

Lululemon Court Crush Everlux Tennis Dress

Court Crush Everlux Tennis Dress
Best High-Neck Tennis Dress

Lululemon Court Crush Everlux Tennis Dress

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Choose this high-neckline tennis dress for extra support and a sleek, '90s-inspired look.

Sizes: 2–14

Material: 77% nylon, 23% lycra

What reviewers are saying: "For actually playing tennis, this dress is perfect. Not too short and very supportive and flattering."

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Best Plaid Tennis Dress

Marysia Venus Checked Tennis Minidress

Venus Checked Tennis Minidress
Best Plaid Tennis Dress

Marysia Venus Checked Tennis Minidress

Now 46% Off
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A pretty pink plaid breathes new-season life into Marysia's beloved tennis dress, featuring the label's signature scalloping and built-in shorts.

Sizes: XXS–XL

Material: Jersey (88% polyamide, 12% elastane)

Best Black & White Tennis Dress

EleVen by Venus Williams Switch It Dress

Switch It Dress
Best Black & White Tennis Dress

EleVen by Venus Williams Switch It Dress

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Venus Williams wear-tested this sustainably-crafted number herself. So, it's grand-slam-level good.

Sizes: XS–XXL

Material: 84% polyester, 16% spandex

Best Tennis Dress Skirt

Athleta Advantage Dress

Advantage Dress
Best Tennis Dress Skirt

Athleta Advantage Dress

Now 28% Off
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We love this fresh approach to pleating as much as the functional stash pockets, built-in shorts, and recycled performance fabric.

Sizes: XXS–XL

Material: 75% recycled polyester, 25% lycra

What reviewers are saying: "Love this tennis dress! The fit is perfect and love the pleats! So much fun to wear something different and unique on the tennis court. Great for playing tennis and for running errands afterwards. I received so many compliments from my tennis team when I wore this to drills! Total game changer!"

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Best Breezy Tennis Dress

Splits59 Airweight Scoopneck Minidress

Airweight Scoopneck Minidress
Best Breezy Tennis Dress

Splits59 Airweight Scoopneck Minidress

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Between the airy fabric and loose fit, this tennis dress is ideal in hot weather.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 81% nylon/19% spandex; lining: 81% nylon/19% spandex

Best Skort Tennis Dress

FP Movement Drop Shot Skortsie

Drop Shot Skortsie
Best Skort Tennis Dress

FP Movement Drop Shot Skortsie

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Take the tennis dress plunge in this modern silhouette featuring beautifully defined seams and built-in shorts for sleek functionality.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 20% elastane 80% polyester; lining 1: 75% polyamide, 25% EA; lining 2: 81% polyamide, 19% EA

What reviewers are saying: "The material is so soft and snug in the best way! I'm 6ft - 165 lbs, and the medium fits perfectly. The color is bright and fun, perfect for summer!"

Best Open-Back Tennis Dress

Ganni Appliquéd Cutout Recycled-Jersey Tennis Dress

Appliquéd Cutout Recycled-Jersey Tennis Dress
Best Open-Back Tennis Dress

Ganni Appliquéd Cutout Recycled-Jersey Tennis Dress

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Even better than the bold, open-back silhouette is the recycled jersey fabric for an eco-chic center-court moment.

Sizes: EU 34–EU 44

Material: 100% recycled polyester

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Best Multi-Strap Tennis Dress

Marine Serre Double Strap Tennis Mini Dress

Double Strap Tennis Mini Dress
Best Multi-Strap Tennis Dress

Marine Serre Double Strap Tennis Mini Dress

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Bring the Marine Serre energy to the court in this multi-strap dress with the label's crescent-moon logo.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: Viscose/elastane

Best Slit Tennis Dress

Year Of Ours Racer Tennis Dress

Racer Tennis Dress
Best Slit Tennis Dress

Year Of Ours Racer Tennis Dress

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You'll cause a racquet in this so-pretty pink tennis dress crafted from cloud-soft, moisture-wicking fabric.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 87% polyester, 13% spandex active stretch jersey

Best Printed Tennis Dress

P.E. Nation Wave Form Cutout Printed Stretch Recycled-Jersey Tennis Dress

Wave Form Cutout Printed Stretch Recycled-Jersey Tennis Dress
Best Printed Tennis Dress

P.E. Nation Wave Form Cutout Printed Stretch Recycled-Jersey Tennis Dress

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This tennis dress is for standing out, from the blurred digital print to the elasticated cutout back.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 72% recycled polyester, 28% elastane

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Best Fitted Bodice Tennis Dress

Reformation Milana Ecomove Dress

Milana Ecomove Dress
Best Fitted Bodice Tennis Dress

Reformation Milana Ecomove Dress

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Though minimalist in aesthetic, this tennis dress maxes out on function from the built-in shorts to the flexible eco fabric and wide supportive straps.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 79% REPREVE® polyester, 21% spandex

Best Zip-Up Tennis Dress

L'Etoile Sport Textured Stretch-Jersey Tennis Dress

Textured Stretch-Jersey Tennis Dress
Best Zip-Up Tennis Dress

L'Etoile Sport Textured Stretch-Jersey Tennis Dress

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A detailed bodice steers this classic collared tennis dress in a modern direction.

Sizes: XS– L

Material: 85% polyamide, 15% polyurethane

Best Detailed Tennis Dress

Gigi C Avery Dress

Avery Dress
Best Detailed Tennis Dress

Gigi C Avery Dress

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A little laser detailing goes a long way in this black tennis dress, designed with built-in shorts and a shelf bra.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 73% nylon, 27% elastane

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Softest Tennis Dress

Beyond Yoga Spacedye Movement Active Minidress

Spacedye Movement Active Minidress
Softest Tennis Dress

Beyond Yoga Spacedye Movement Active Minidress

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If you love Beyond Yoga's signature spacedye fabric (it's mind-blowingly soft), consider this your perfect tennis dress, complete with a built-in bodysuit with pockets.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 87% polyester, 13% elastane

What reviewers are saying: "Very comfortable and flattering dress. Thick, high-quality fabric. The inner lining provides nice built-in body shaping. No need to wear a bra with it. Love it!"

Best V-Neck Tennis Dress

Wilson Tiebreaker Dress

Tiebreaker Dress
Best V-Neck Tennis Dress

Wilson Tiebreaker Dress

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Classic plaid appears modern and fresh in this V-neck tennis dress silhouette, featuring stretchy built-in shorts with ball pockets and a phone slot.

Sizes: XS–XL

Material: 79% recycled PET, 21% spandex

What reviewers are saying: "I bought this dress to wear to a PGA tour event as a cute athletic dress, and I loved the material and everything. However, the only downside is that the shorts underneath are connected, so you have to take the entire dress off to go to the bathroom."

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Laura Lajiness Kaupke
Laura Lajiness Kaupke is a freelance writer and editor covering fashion, accessories, and lifestyle topics, including beauty, home, fitness, and travel. You can see her work across various outlets, including VOGUE, Harper’s BAZAAR, ELLE, Marie Claire, InStyle, Glamour, Esquire, Women’s Health, Brides, The Zoe Report, Popsugar, Refinery 29, Coveteur, Byrdie, Well+Good, The Editorialist, among other titles and brands. Laura has worked in the fashion industry for over 11 years and held senior fashion editor positions at Popsugar and The Zoe Report, with additional experience as a copywriter and fashion publicist.
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