Naomi Osaka promised another unforgettable fashion moment for Roland Garros after her viral Australian Open “jellyfish” ensemble, and she delivered the instant she walked onto Court Suzanne Lenglen.
For her opening-round clash against Laura Siegemund, the Japanese star arrived in a dramatic layered look featuring a glittering black corset and a flowing pleated skirt that swept gracefully across the Paris clay. Underneath, she revealed a shimmering gold Nike dress accented with sparkling sequined stripes that caught the afternoon sunlight from every angle.
Naomi Osaka, tennis resident’s fashion icon. pic.twitter.com/QCubXEbs1l
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The outer black creations were designed by Kevin Germanier, the avant-garde couturier celebrated for transforming recycled materials into high-fashion statement pieces. The shimmering gold dress underneath, reminiscent of a glamorous figure skating costume, was custom made by Nike.
Commenting on the look, Osaka compared herself to Paris’ most famous landmark: “It’s very couture and also funny enough, I feel like I’m, you know, the Eiffel Tower at night when it’s sparkly? I kind of think I look like that a little bit.”
Naomi Osaka rocking another custom-made Grand Slam dress in Paris. pic.twitter.com/WsMBxMIh0e
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The four-time Grand Slam champion backed up her eye-catching entrance with a solid performance on court, overcoming Germany’s Laura Siegemund 6-3 7-6(3) to move into the second round. Next up, she will meet Donna Vekic, as she targets a return to the Roland Garros third round for the first time since 2019.
Honestly I’m not really a fan of this look. It feels like Naomi is trying a bit too hard with the fashion lately. And for me, the issue is that these big fashion statements aren’t really matching her tennis results.
I always think of Maria Sharapova: she was one of the most elegant players ever on court, but it never felt overdone—you could still feel that tennis was always the main focus.
And to be honest, I also don’t really understand Nike giving Naomi these signature custom outfits while there are several top Nike-sponsored players performing at a very high level who could deserve that spotlight too. Not sure what Nike’s strategy is there
Its hideous, the color on her skin tone, the shoe color against the clay, its all in the same shade,
The only saving this outfit is the bling reflecting against the sun.
Nike & Naomi failed to make this look works.
I’m undecided about the total look but am wondering what the dress is made of/ what’s the added sparkle? Guessing it’s breathable and light, yes? But I never get adding anything distracting to the playing kit.
Hamza, I’ll have to agree with you here. Sharapova’s fashion moments, as well as those of Serena and some other stars of the time, felt very organic, while for some reason Osaka’s outfits seem forced. Although I like the idea of tennis fashion being extravagant and attention-grabbing, there is something missing here and I can’t point my finger to what that is.
Ric, I actually think the color looks great on her skin and I like the fact that it blends with the clay.
Mart, the dress is made of breathable material for sure, and it is lightweight. The added sparkle should be sequins.