The Australian Open is one of tennis' most prestigious Grand Slam events, and attracts athletes and fans from around the world to the sun-drenched courts of Melbourne. But if you can manage to pull your eyes away from the action on the court momentarily, you might notice that the event has also become synonymous with stellar fashion.

Spectators are becoming more and more adept at putting together cute courtside looks, usually paying homage to the sport with white colour palettes and just a hint of athleisure detailing. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned Australian Open aficionado, deciding what to wear can be a challenge. The perfect outfit should account for the summer heat and Melbourne's unpredictable weather, while also keeping you looking (and feeling) good for what usually shapes up to be a long day at Melbourne Park, via breathable fabrics and plenty of sun protection.

Ready to start planning your look? Below, what to wear to the Australian Open 2025.

Serve style in a tennis dress

If method dressing is your thing, embrace the fervour of tournament with a tennis dress. Our pick? Demure mini styles that feel tennis-adjacent, without actually entering activewear territory.

Lacoste Heritage Tennis Dress

Sportscraft Maxine Milano Tennis Dress

The Upside Elsa Crochet Mini Dress

Look to linen

There's a reason linen is our favourite summer fabrication. Light, breathable, and just a little bit coastal, the Australian Open is the perfect time to embrace the chic, laid-back spirit of linens.

Tove Bella Linen-Blend Shorts and Ruby Linen-Blend Bustier

Faithfull Poet Mini Dress Oatmeal

Polo Ralph Lauren Australian Open Linen-Cotton Camp Shirt and Cotton Shorts

Deiji Studios Linen Mini Dress

White on white

Nod to the all-white dress code at Wimbledon with pieces in crisp, white shades. Even better, you're bound to get more than one wear out of this hue as the summer goes on.

Dissh Selene white top and Layne white maxi skirt

Posse Alice Mini Dress

Matteau Tie Back Midi Dress

Game, set, matching sets

When all else fails, matching sets are a sure-fire way to look put together, even when you don't feel it. Just add a hat, bag, and sunglasses, and you've got the makings of a courtside 'fit.

Camilla and Marc Pisces shorts and Pisces shirt

Lovers and Friends Ray Top and Ray Pant

Venroy Embroidered Linen Plunge Neck Top and Embroidered Linen Short

Sun protection in style

A hat, sunscreen, sunglasses — ample protection is a non-negotiable against the harsh Australian sun.

Miu Miu denim baseball cap

Loewe Frayed Fisherman Hat

Saint Laurent Sunglasses