What is Proper Tennis Apparel?
Tennis apparel has changed over the years. Some of the clothing has even become a fashion statement for the players wearing them. The only time remnants of proper tennis apparel can be seen is when watching Wimbledon, which is played at the All-England Club each summer. One of the key components of proper tennis apparel is that the items are always white or some light color.
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Tennis Shoes
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This is the most important item in proper tennis apparel. As with any athletic activity, improper shoes can cause injury. Tennis shoes are specifically designed for the back and forth and side to side motions of tennis and sturdy enough to support ankles. Tennis shoes also do not make black scuff marks on the court surface, as other types of athletic shoes do.
Men's Shorts
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The proper tennis apparel for men is tennis shorts. Shorts designed for tennis are made of breathable material that doesn't restrict their movement on the tennis court. Formal tennis players wear white shorts.
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Women's Skirts
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Although it is now common to see women wearing shorts on the tennis court, proper tennis apparel for women includes white or light-colored short tennis skirts with matching bloomers underneath.
Polo Shirts
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Both men and women wear polo shirts if they are playing a proper tennis match. These shirts either button up or zip, depending on the company making the shirt.
Hats
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A hat is a part of proper tennis apparel because it protects the eyes and head from the glare of the sun and dangerous ultraviolet rays.
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