What to wear to Wimbledon
Netted Wimbledon tickets? Here's what to wear.
Britain’s most prestigious sporting occasion is world-famous for its stylish fans, so what should you wear if you’re lucky enough to have nabbed tickets this year?
There’s no strict dress code unless you’re in the Royal Box or VIP suite, but as a spectator, it’s only polite to nod to the grandeur of the occasion. Best leave your comedy tennis whites at home, then, and instead aim for a look as immaculately presented as the club’s famed grass courts.
Of all the quintessentially British things that are associated with Wimbledon, the unpredictable weather is up there with Pimms, strawberries and All England Club ties.
Though summer's looking pretty good so far, we never know what July will bring - but we’re hopefully things will continue as they are. Regardless of the weather, though, Wimbledon can be a great opportunity to dress up. In short: if you were waiting for a moment for a bold suit, this is it. We suggest a double-breasted suit with an airy knit and lightweight loafers for the full A-lister-in-the-Royal-Box look.
If you want to step it up even more, a teal cotton-wool-silk blend from Italy's oldest wool mill Barberis will look sharp on a grey day, as well as keep you cool on a hot one. It's up to you how you want to play this one - if you're feeling formal, combine a crisp white shirt with a tie crafted from Botinellii silk, or try a polo shirt in cooling pique-cotton – the original performance fabric – as a practical nod to the sport at hand. Add a pocket square and a classic pair of sunglasses for a faultless finish.
If you’ve not managed to get your hands on tickets this year, you might be meeting up with friends to watch the matches on a big screen. If so, we suggest an outfit in neutral tones as a summery take on smart/casual. Try a pair of chinos or shorts with a classic polo and a pair of smart trainers. Alternatively, a pair of wide leg pleated trousers will smarten things up just enough for a breezy pub garden.
And, even if you’re only watching along at home, it’s still worth a little effort. A linen blend t-shirt with drawstring linen trousers is a notch up from your usual at-home kit, but just as comfy.
