Morgan Riddle Brings Polka Dot Trend in Alessandra Rich to Wimbledon
Riddle styled a set with a navy blue base fabric and white polka dots, echoing a classic pattern with a streamlined silhouette for Wimbledon's historic, formal atmosphere. The long-sleeve blouse of Riddle's sartorial statement featured slightly puffed shoulders with a plunging neckline adorned by a feminine bow. Beneath the bow on Riddle's blouse, a shimmering silver gem button could be glimpsed.
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Riddle's cropped blouse paired with her high-waisted skirt, which also featured the silver gem button motif to the side. The skirt include a slight slit and minimal fabric draping for added tension and juxtaposition. Riddle paired her look with white, pointed-toe kitten heels. She accessorized with a few rings and a pair of gold sunglasses with brown lenses.
Polka dots are having a revival in 2025, appearing on runways and in street style alike. Brands such as Jacquemus, Acne Studios, Fendi, Isabel Marant, Moschino, Altuzarra, Brandon Maxwell, Carolina Herrera and Valentino have all embraced the pattern this year, featuring polka dots on everything from dresses and knitwear to statement coats and accessories.
Since Riddle and Fritz began their relationship in early 2020, Riddle has become a major fixture at several of Frtiz's matches. Riddle was previously spotted in Fritz's player's box at the 2025 French Open last May, where she styled a similar look to Thursday's Wimbledon attire. She styled a sleeveless black-and-white polka dot dress with a vintage-inspired bustier element. The French Open also served as the site where WWD had the opportunity to chat with the influencer about the rise in tenniscore looks.
'Tenniscore is in,' Riddle told WWD in her profile from the 2024 French Open. The tenniscore trend saw a major moment of synergy in 2024, thanks in no small part to the film 'Challengers' starring Zendaya. Throughout her press tour, the actress styled several looks that spoke to the tenniscore trend, orchestrated by image architect Law Roach.
For spectators at Wimbledon, however, business attire and more tailored, streamlined looks have been the sartorial order when watching matches in the stands. Cate Blanchett styled a suited look by Giorgio Armani with the Prince of Wales pattern on Tuesday, while Princess Beatrice of the British royal family wore a Sandro coordinated look for the tournament on Monday.
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