TENNISCORE TAKES OVER: THE COURTSIDE TREND MAKING MOVES IN WINTER WORKWEAR
- Elizabeth Maguire
- Jul 17
- 2 min read
Tennis might be on break, but its fashion influence is at full throttle - and this season, it’s rallying hard in your wardrobe.
The aesthetic known as Tenniscore is having another viral moment, and SHEIN is leaning into it with a winter edit full of crisp layers, sporty silhouettes and elevated preppy pieces that are anything but match-day cliché.
What started as a summer trend - all pleated minis, polos and sock-and-sneaker pairings - has evolved into something far more office-appropriate.
In this new winter iteration, Tenniscore is less about the court and more about control. Tailored co-ords, varsity jackets, ribbed knits and boxy outerwear in neutral palettes are redefining what it means to “dress smart” in 2025.
The look is clean, confident, and just rebellious enough to break free from traditional corporate codes.
The appeal? It strikes that elusive balance between structure and softness.
Oversized denim jackets thrown over tonal separates. Cream-coloured trenches worn with track-inspired trousers. Cable-knit sweaters tucked into midi skirts with a sharp pleat.
And the ever-reliable white button-down - but now it's elongated, cinched, or layered beneath cropped knits and sleeveless vests.
It’s functional fashion that doesn’t take itself too seriously —a win for anyone who’s tired of stiff office dressing but still wants to look pulled together.
The resurgence of preppy style more broadly also plays into this shift.
Fashion’s obsession with collegiate vibes has been quietly building for seasons, from Miu Miu’s micro skirts to Gucci’s varsity jackets.
And now, with Gen Z adopting nostalgia as a lifestyle (hello, Wimbledon whites, Clueless plaids and Princess Di in cycling shorts), the line between athleticwear and everyday wear has never been blurrier or chicer.
This particular take on the trend, however, is all about subtle sophistication. It dials down the logos and amped-up colour blocking of classic sportswear, and replaces it with creamy knits, crisp cottons, and silhouettes that feel intentionally oversized rather than sloppy.
The accessories are just as important: leather loafers, sleek crossbodies, and minimal gold jewellery keep it polished, while a baseball cap or striped scarf adds a hint of play.
And while SHEIN’s fast-moving collections make it easy to tap into Tenniscore without the designer price tag, luxury fashion houses aren’t ignoring it either.
The final score? It’s a style that works just as hard as you do. Whether you’re heading into the office or out for after-work drinks, Tenniscore’s winter comeback serves a serious range.
The new uniform doesn’t just mean business - it aces it.
