5 Fashion Editor-Approved Outfits to Wear to the French Open
The French Open has arrived for the 2026 season. It has brought some of the biggest stars in tennis, and there is palpable excitement as both the men's and women's tournaments will welcome new champions this year. The tennis event at Roland Garros has become one of the hottest events ahead of the summer season in Paris, and it will bring the biggest fans of the sport courtside.
Each season, the arena becomes more and more stylish. Often, looks take on preppy tennis codes, integrating pieces such as cable-knit sweaters and collared tops. Other outfits, though, bring a distinct sense of Parisian effortlessly cool style—pieces like cotton blazers come to mind—making the looks distinct from what spectators might wear at other big tournaments. Ahead, we’re sharing what to wear to the French Open with editor-approved outfits and shopping finds fit for the occasion.
The Dress Outfit
For a polished look, opt for a long white dress paired with elegant jewelry and heels.
The Denim Outfit
Nothing is more effortlessly Parisian than denim paired with a crewneck sweater and loafers.
The Blazer Outfit
Lean into tennis whites with a blazer and shorts suit set styled with sneakers.
The Polo Top Outfit
Go preppy with a knit polo. Then, add a pencil skirt and flat sandals.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear where she oversees luxury, runway content, and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co., and her style has been featured in publications including The New York Times, Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.