Zendaya, the actress known for her impeccable fashion choices, recently attended the London premiere of her new film, Challengers, in a custom Thom Browne tennis dress. This sleeveless look, complete with a folded collar and buttons, perfectly captured the essence of tenniscore, a trend that combines sporty and preppy styles.
The bodice of her gown featured sequined tennis rackets, adding a touch of whimsy and playfulness to the ensemble. A drop waist detail and a thigh-high slit added intrigue, while the tri-color trim, a signature of Browne, lined the hem of the dress. This red carpet choice was a natural fit for Zendaya, as Browne is known for his preppy, formal designs.
What truly set this look apart, however, was the actress’s coquette accessory: a matching hair bow. Zendaya tied a long white ribbon into her braided hair, which has been fluctuating between shades of honey blonde and her usual brunette. This bow-braid combination perfectly accented the completely open back of her dress, adding a touch of prep to the sporty look.
Zendaya’s bold red lip, white heels, and blinding silver jewels from Bulgari completed the outfit, making it a true standout on the red carpet. This latest outfit, when compared to her shirtless tailoring at the film’s Rome premiere, took a more literal approach to themed fashion, with the hair bow and racket motifs, as well as more subtle nods like tennis skirt pleats and sheer neoprene fabric.
In a recent interview with Vogue, Zendaya opened up about her fashion choices, stating, “I love the idea of dressing up and feeling like a character.” With this tennis-inspired look, Zendaya has once again proven herself to be the master of theme dressing, blending sporty and preppy styles with a touch of coquette charm.
What do you think of Zendaya’s latest red carpet look? Do you prefer her more literal approach to themed fashion, or do you enjoy her subtle nods to the theme? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
