Wimbledon dress code: What to wear and what NOT to wear to the 2025 tennis championships

Cosmopolitan

5 days ago

British summertime has a few hallmarks: Pimms, picnics in the park, day trips to the seaside and, of course, the Wimbledon tennis championships. With our fave royals, celebs and socialites all flocking to sit court-side, it's no wonder spectators of all kinds want to put their best Manolos forward. From buttoned-up tailoring to ladylike dresses, we've rounded up the best celeb inspo to kick-start your Wimbledon wardrobe.
Wimbledon runs from Monday, 30 June to Sunday, 13 July in 2025. So you're safe! You've still got the perfect buffer time to queue up looks to get you through the tournament.
Not for spectators, unless you've scored those glorious Royal Box tickets. However, smart dress is encouraged (especially within Centre Court and Court One) and there is a small list of forbidden items: running vests, ripped jeans, dingy trainers, big designer logos, offensive slogans, and anything with a political statement. As oversized hats are also not allowed, it is worth leaving those in your hat box for our Ascot girlies.
Attendees tend to stick to a light colour palette to echo what we see on Centre Court, but you are welcome to wear whatever speaks to you. Take notes from Vick Hope's chocolate leather ensemble, Amelia Dimoldenburg's navy pinstripes, Jodie Turner-Smith's purple satin trousers, or Margot Robbie's polka dot dress – all below. Like the players, they might just have the winning formula...
Our Champions muse is very well-versed in chicly sitting court-side. Zendaya paired a traditional herringbone blazer with an undone button-up and jeans. Bonus points for you if you have a pochette-esque shoulder bag to top it off.
Unsurprisingly, Nicola Coughlan (aka Bridgerton's Penelope Featherington) knows how to dress for an occasion. Opt for a classic white dress with dreamy details like eyelets or touches of broderie anglaise paired with a neutral mule.
Perhaps we're a tad biased, but our April cover star (!!) Amelia Dimoldenberg nailed this look. A touch office siren and a touch traditionalist, Amelia paired a white-button down and fitted navy pinstripe suit with fun accessories like a knitted tie and grey pointed pumps.
A navy slip might just be the ultimate cheat code for compliments. Simone Ashley gets the low-effort / maximum style memo. Simply finish with a white peep-toe and you're ready for the match.
Controversial, but I love a bit of summer leather. Vick Hope goes all out in a chic brown leather co-ord worth copying. If an all-leather look seems a bit too daunting, swap the top for a lighter texture (think crochet or fine knit) in the same colour.
Nothing is as classic as a polka dot dres,s especially on Margot Robbie. Black finishing touches like her rectangular sunnies and leather mules add just the right amount of modernity. Monochrome girls, this is your calling!
You know we're fans of Bermuda shorts this summer, so it only makes sense that Emma Corrin's butter yellow version makes our list. Go for a polished brogue or a subtle heel for maximum style points.
Although divisive amongst traditionalists, jeans are allowed as long as they aren't ripped. We'd recommend a classic silhouette like a straight leg or a more contemporary alternative like a barrel. And stick to darker washes for a more formal feel.
Why not?! Maybe stick to a heel height or silhouette you are comfortable in. Luckily, mules and comfy wedges are all back in season, so there is no shortage of ways to feel good whilst looking polished.
Yes – metal and opaque bottles must be emptied before the security checkpoint, but once inside the grounds, you are able to top up at one of the many hydration stations.
Of course. However, there is a limit of one per person, and they must be no larger than 40cm x 30cm x 30cm (this translates into a small handbag). All bags will be searched at the entry point. Hardsided bags, picnic baskets and containers aren't allowed.
Angel Cordova-Todd is the Fashion Assistant at Cosmopolitan UK, Red and Prima. Having previously spent time at Elle UK, The Sunday Times Style, Net-a-Porter and The Outnet she's a budding shopping specialist. You'll typically find her overpopulating her online wishlists, prepping threads for our next cover star, swimming in Bermuda, or internally debating whether she should root for Piastri or Hamilton during a Grand Prix (most likely both..).