At Court Suzanne Lenglen this week, Naomi Osaka stepped onto the clay in a spectacle of style. After an initial walk‑out in a dramatic all‑black corset and cascading pleated skirt, she revealed a glittering gold sequined dress that radiated under the Paris sun. The gold sequins reflected the heat of the day, and Osaka joked that she’d been worried the jumps might get flagged, but a contingency two‑back‑up simple dress was not needed.
The outfit—a collaboration between sustainable‑fashion designer Kevin Germanier and Nike—brought Osaka’s usual flair to the French Open. In a match that kept the spectacle alive, Osaka defeated Germany’s Laura Siegemund 6‑3, 7‑6(7‑3) to secure a spot in the second round.
When asked what inspired the look, Osaka quipped that she could almost see herself as the glittering Eiffel Tower at night. Tennis commentator Aryna Sabalenka praised the boldness, describing it as “sparkling” and noting Osaka’s confidence on court made the outfit shine even brighter.
Osaka’s fashion headlines continue from the Australian Open, where a jellyfish‑inspired outfit featuring an ocean‑blue tie‑dyed jacket and white wide‑leg bottoms appeared. Earlier in 2024, at the US Open, she sported a lime‑green and white ensemble decorated with bows and a standout back bow. Osaka’s series of shimmering, high‑profile entrance dresses illustrates how she balances style and sport.
In the tradition of stylish tennis stars, this season’s lineup also features other Grand Slam icons: Serena Williams’ 2004 US Open black head‑to‑toe look, Maria Sharapova’s 2008 Wimbledon tuxedo‑style top, Venus Williams’ 2010 French Open black corset, and Serena’s 2018 French Open superhero‑inspired catsuit.
With the French Open underway, Osaka’s next opponent is Croatia’s Donna Vekic as she continues to showcase both her skill and her sartorial statement.
