Naomi Osaka has once again proven that the tennis court is her personal runway.
Yesterday, January 20, she shut down the Rod Laver Arena with an ensemble that was less sports kit and more high fashion spectacle for her first-round match against Antonia Ruzic.
Inspired by a moment reading to her two-year-old daughter, Shai, Naomi dreamt up a jellyfish-inspired look that was equal parts ethereal and chic.
Collaborating with Nike and the visionary London couturier Robert Wun, who is known for his work with Beyoncé and Cardi B, Osaka floated onto the court looking like she had just emerged from an avant-garde ocean dream.
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The entrance itself was pure theatre. A massive, wide-brimmed white hat, complete with a face-concealing veil, shaded her face as she gracefully carried a matching white umbrella.
The outfit featured a deconstructed white pleated mini skirt layered over wide-leg trousers.
This created an amazing, fluid movement, almost like delicate tentacles swaying with every step.
Her actual playing kit underneath was a stunning watery turquoise and green tie-dye, with even the warm-up jacket featuring subtle, frilly appliques to complete the jellyfish vibe.
For a sweet personal touch, both the hat and umbrella featured tiny butterfly details, a nod to that famous moment in 2021 when a butterfly landed on her face during a match.
Her creativity speaks to her desire to take control of her own narrative.
The 28-year-old told Vogue that this jellyfish concept represented her current chapter, which she describes as quiet, emotional, and layered.
It was a thoughtful and artistic expression that truly reflected a new, blossoming phase in her life, as both a champion and a mother.
All this fashion drama did not distract her from the game. She powered through a tough challenge, winning her opening match with a final score of 6-3, 3-6, 6-4.
So, the biggest question on everyone’s minds now is: What would she wear next?
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