Ralph Lauren Kicks Off the Summer of Sport With Its Latest Wimbledon Collection
Ralph Lauren first became the Official Outfitter of The Championships, Wimbledon in 2006, bringing an appreciation for heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless style to the iconic sporting event. Nearly two decades later, the brand remains the first and only designer in Wimbledon's nearly 150-year history to hold the distinction, dressing tournament officials, line umpires, and ball personnel while helping define the unmistakable visual identity of the Championships. In the years since, the partnership has become one of fashion's most enduring sporting collaborations, seamlessly blending Ralph Lauren's vision of American luxury with the elegance and tradition of tennis's most iconic tournament.
For 2026, Ralph Lauren unveiled its latest Wimbledon collections, including the debut of the first-ever Wimbledon Purple Label capsule alongside a new Polo Ralph Lauren x Wimbledon collection. Together, they bring impeccably tailored Italian-made outerwear and luxurious knitwear to modern interpretations of classic tennis whites, performance dressing, and heritage-inspired accessories, celebrating the longstanding relationship between sport and style through the brand's signature lens. Ahead, discover highlights from the Ralph Lauren x Wimbledon 2026 collection.
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.