What To Wear To Wimbledon in 2026

If the heatwave wasn’t enough to make it official, the return of the Wimbledon Championships means that summer has finally kicked off in London. Get the Pimm’s on ice, get the cream on the strawberries – we’re ready for the quintessential British tennis tournament to begin.

If you’re lucky enough to have bagged a ticket to summer’s hottest tennis tournament – we know there’s an outfit to be planned. While the players themselves follow a strict all-white dress, there are no official rules for Wimbledon spectator dressing. But because The Championships are very much a British institution, most attendees tend to approach Wimbledon dressing as elevated summer event dressing.

So whether you care more about serving aces or serving looks, we’ve created looks that take the guesswork out of dressing for a day of champagne, centre-court drama, and navigating the iconic grounds.

From elegant summer dresses to chic jumpsuits, this lineup is where practicality meets style. Game, set, match.

Dresses (especially when they’re lightweight and breezy to beat the heat) in summer colour palettes remain a popular choice for Wimbledon. This year, we’ll likely see butter yellow, chocolate brownand soft pastels as the key frontrunners – alongside prints like polka dots and florals.​

To strike the balance between refined elegance and summer fun, go for midi-length dresses over a mini style. And in case the weather turns (this is the UK, after all), choose a light jacket or jumper to drape over your summer dress.

Don’t fancy saying yes to the dress? For an effortless and versatile look, try an oversized blazer with matching shorts for a comfortable finish – ideal for long, warm days courtside. When styling co-ords, try a less-is-more approach by keeping the accessories minimal yet modern. Think open-toe sandals and statement sunglasses to lose any risk of the old school corporate feel of the tailoring. You can also mix and match your co-ord for a variety of looks. One of our favourites this summer is the Brown Tailored Short and matching Double Breasted Blazer.

Fancy making more of a statement without sacrificing less comfort? Jumpsuits are your star player here. Perfect for the Wimbledon style scene – especially if you’re leaning toward a bright option. Choose styles made from breathable, lightweight linen for easy styling and elevated comfort.

Primary colours or bright patterned styles will hit the right notes for the elevated summer casual dress codes of the tennis tournaments.

While Wimbledon’s all-white dress code is only mandatory for players, a pretty white dress (mini or midi length) in linen or cotton is a hot weather essential and a super chic take on tennis tournament dressing – especially if you are more of a minimalist.

Different textures can add visual interest to an all-white look, too. Think a silk organza skirt paired with a linen vest top or a broderie shirt paired with white wide-legged trousers.

If you’re going with separates, play with pieces across the spectrum of white shades. An ivory coloured top can add warmth, and when paired with brilliant white trousers, will create a striking contrast – especially if they’re finished off with a stack of gold jewellery.

The right accessories will really make sure you ace your looks. Non-negotiables for the tennis courts include sunglasses, hats, and scarves for both sun protection and extra style points.

If you’re paring back an understated look, opt for shoes and belts in neutral shades of black, brown or beige with metallic jewellery. Or, if you’re going bold, add pops of brighter colours and reach for bags and shoes in Wimbledon’s signature purple and green.

Considering the Championship is in its 139th year, it’ll come as no surprise to hear that there are a number of forbidden items including ripped jeans, running vests, heavily branded items that could be used as sneaky court-side advertising and dirty trainers (as if you'd ever dare!).

But sometimes, dress codes and unspoken fashion rules can create the most fun opportunities to reimagine your style with an added sense of elegance – even if just for the day. We’ll look out for you court-side on our screens at home…