ACE - The Times & Style of Tennis

A look at the intersection of tennis and fashion, capturing the sport’s most iconic, stylish, and transformative moments, through the expert lens of fashion insider and author of CBK: Carolyn Bessette Kennedy: A Life in Fashion, Sunita Kumar Nair From starch whites at Wimbledon to bold statement pieces on and off the court, the history of tennis has long been intertwined with fashion. In this thoughtfully curated celebration of the sport, bestselling author Sunita Kumar Nair explores the sport’s most stylish moments, legendary players, and the designers who have shaped its aesthetic. With archival photography, exclusive interviews, and insider commentary, this book traces the evolution of tennis style--from the traditional ensembles of early champions to the revolutionary looks of Serena Williams, Roger Federer, and beyond. It also highlights how tennis fashion has influenced global trends, from preppy elegance to high-fashion collaborations with brands like Nike, Lacoste, and Louis Vuitton.

About the author

Sunita Kumar Nair is a fashion and creative director who has worked in the industry for almost 14 years with leading publications such as Sunday Times Style, WWD, and W magazine in New York. Working in the highest echelons of her industry, her clients have included Christian Louboutin, Estée Lauder, and Louis Vuitton. Her debut book, CBK: Carolyn Bessette Kennedy: A Life in Fashion, is a testament to her discerning taste and vision.

Product details

• Authors: Sunita Kumar Nair
• Publisher: Abrams
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 11.06.2026
• EAN: 9781419783999
• ISBN: 978-1-4197-8399-9
• No. of pages: 272
• Subjects: Guides > Hobby, home > Photography, filmmaking, video filmmaking; Humanities, art, music > Art > Photography, film, video, TV; Tennis, DESIGN / Fashion & Accessories, PHOTOGRAPHY / Subjects & Themes / Fashion, Fashion & textiles: design, Fashion and textile design, Special kinds of photography, Photography: subject-specific techniques and principles, SPORTS & RECREATION / Racket Sports / Tennis