The 11 Best Tennis Dresses for All Styles and Budgets in 2022

if you have the Hailey Bieber and Gisele Bundchen’s Seal of Approval, then sign up. Austin-based athletic brand Outdoor Voices is known for their leggings flying off the shelves, but they also have a beautiful collection of active dresses. We love this one, in particular, because it has side slits; something rarely seen in a sports dress. But not only does it add a dimension of style, the cutouts make it more breathable. Plus, it comes in bright poppy colors like meerschaum and tangerine, if you’re looking for something more playful than your standard white sneaker. And the squort style is great because it has the illusion of a dress, but has built-in shorts with pockets deep enough for your iPhone.

Available sizes: XS-XL

Material: 86% polyester, 14% elastane

Color Options: 3

This racerback sports dress from Girlfriend Collective is based on their best-selling sports bra, making it ideal for medium-impact sports. Their eco-friendly fabrics are made from recycled materials, but feel very soft and supportive. And this particular style is great if you tend to sweat a lot (hey, who among us doesn’t?), because white can be unforgiving, which is why it comes in darker shades like deep green and midnight. Additionally, Girlfriend Collective is one of the largest active size brands on the market, with sizes ranging from XXS to 6XL.

Available sizes: XSS-6XL

Material: 79% recycled plastic bottles, 21% spandex

Color Options: 4

The Year of Ours athletic brand has the ultimate “effortless” aesthetic that works on or off the court. This stretch jersey dress has shorts inside for optimal movement, but it also has an elegant bodice detail at the front that sets it apart from your typical active dress. It’s functional enough for an intense tennis match, but you can also pair it with low heels and it instantly becomes a weekend brunch outfit.

Available sizes: XS-XL

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

Color Options: 3

Southern Tide is known for its college wear, if you went to a great college and want to show your school spirit. But they also have a range of tennis and performance dresses, like this zip front active dress in sky blue. It’s made of nylon and spandex, and the best feature is that the shorts are removable, not sewn to the dress, so you have options. Which is super handy because you don’t have to get completely naked just to take a quick bathroom break.

Available sizes: XS-XL

Material: 91% nylon, 9% elastane

Color Options: two

Venus Williams is the queen of her sport, so of course we had to include a tennis dress from her line, EleVen by Venus Williams. Side note: She also has a line of excellent sunscreens, the perfect combination for a scorching hot day on the pitches. If you want that classic Wimbledon look, go for the all-white racerback dress that has a scalloped design for an extra touch. But if you want to take advantage of your Barbie tennis girl, she also comes in neon pink.

Available sizes: XS-XXL

Material: 83% nylon, 17% elastane

Color Options: 1

Alo’s airbrushed material is super flattering and slimming and is a great option if you prefer an active dress that doesn’t have sewn-in shorts. It feels more like a “dress dress” but is active enough to wear to tennis. courts or during a very intense day of running errands. And you can easily dress it up by swapping your running shoes for a pair of leather sneakers.

Available sizes: XXS-L (note: Alo sizing is disappointingly limited)

Material: “Sculpting Signature Airbrush Fabric”

Color Options: 4

You may not realize it, but Reformation actually has a great selection of activewear and sneakers. And her Farrah Active Dress is our pick for the most stylish tennis dress. It’s made with attached shorts and looks stylish enough to wear while lounging on the French Riviera. It also comes in a pretty daisy pattern and a solid sky blue.

Available sizes: XS-XL

Material: 79% Repreve Recycled Polyester, 21% Elastane

Color Options: 3

If you’re looking for something comfortable and sporty, but not necessarily a “sports dress,” this cotton polo dress from Lacoste is your best bet. It’s stylish, breathable and relaxed, making it ideal for running errands off the court. It has that “I play tennis” aspect to it, even if you’ve never picked up a racket in your life.

Available sizes: 32-44 (size is limited, possibly due to selling price and inventory)

Material: Cotton

Color Options: 1

Athleta is Gap’s line of activewear, and at just under $70, this is the best budget option on our list. It comes in white, black and pepto pink, and has a mesh back pocket to store tennis balls between games. She doesn’t have built-in shorts, but she pairs well with her Ultimate Shortie athletic shorts.

Available sizes: XXS-3X

Material: recycled polyester, lycra

Color Options: 3

Nike, of course, is iconic. And this pick is the most classic and “athletic” tennis dress on our list. For one, it has the pleated skirt style, which many people associate with the traditional tennis look. It’s eco-friendly, made from sustainable materials, and Nike’s Dri-Fit fabric is designed to move sweat away from your skin for quick evaporation. And the dress’s mesh panels allow for added breathability.

Available sizes: XS-XL (apparently size is limited due to inventory)

Material: recycled polyester

Color Options: 1

If you want to splurge and be a designer, you can’t go wrong with Tory Burch’s performance tennis dress. It encapsulates that classic country club look: green and white colourway, v-neckline, and pleated skirt. It has a retro 70’s sportswear feel to it, and if you really feel like splurging, you can pair it with the outfit. Tory Burch Convertible Tennis Bag.

Available sizes: XS-XL

Material: performance jersey

Color Options: two