Serena Williams' Style File: Every Single One Of The Athlete's Winning Looks On And Off The Court
From the Met Gala and royal wedding to the French and US Opens, these are the best of Serena Williams' outfits.
With over 20 years in the spotlight, 39-year-old Serena Williams has mastered her red carpet style. A Versace devotee, the mother-of-one often opts for bold hues and cut-outs at black tie events. But, it isn't just at galas and premieres that the Olympian makes fashion statements - Williams has become famous for her headline-grabbing on-court ensembles by Off-White and Nike that eschew traditional tennis whites, too.
Whether she's on the court kicking ass, on the red carpet looking fierce, or at home with her adorable daughter Olympia, Williams' outfits are impeccable . Here are her best looks...
Serena Williams with husband Alexis and daughter Olympia attending screening of film 'King Richard'
Serena and Olympia wearing head-to-toe David Koma
Serena Williams with daughter Olympia at home, March 2021
Proving she's the funnest mum around, Williams shared an epic at-home photoshoot with daughter Olympia on Instagram showing the pair playing tennis all in their finest attire. The tennis pro wore a tulle gown by GLAUDI by Johana Hernandez.
Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian at the Met Gala, May 2019
Williams hid a pair or Off White x Nike trainers under her Versace gown at 2019's 'Camp' themed Met Gala.
Serena Williams at the French Open, May 2018
Serena Williams' catsuit made headlines when French Tennis Federation president Bernard Giudicelli said that 'it went too far', and reportedly banned bodysuits moving forwards. This prompted a considerable backlash, and a comment from Williams, who wore the outfit for health reasons post birth and later tweeted: 'For all the mums out there who had a tough recovery from pregnancy—here you go. [sic]'
Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian at the Royal Wedding, May 2018
The mother-on-one wowed in a dusky pink Versace dress for her friend Meghan Markle's wedding.
Serena Williams at the US Open, September 2018
Months after Giudicelli said Williams needed to 'respect the game' because of her catsuit, she wore a one-sleeved bodysuit, complete with tutu, By Off White x Nike.
Serena Williams at the Met Gala, May 2017
While pregnant, Williams wore an emerald green Versace gown to the 2017 Met Gala.
Serena Williams at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, February 2016
Williams wore an almost bridal gown by Galia Lahav.
Serena Williams at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, February 2016
Williams opted for an Angelina Jolie moment in this thigh-high split red dress by Ines Di Santo.
Serena Williams at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, February 2015
Williams looked like a mermaid in this white cut-out gown.
Serena Williams at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, February 2012
Williams wore a backless, sunshine yellow dress by Christiane King.
Serena Williams at the Met Gala, May 2011
For the 'Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty'-themed gala Williams wore Oscar De La Renta.
Serena Williams the Burberry Prorsum SS11 Show, September 2010
Williams glowed in a metallic green ruffled dress for the fashion show.
Serena Williams at the Sony Ericsson Open Player Party, March 2009
The tennis player looked like a Hollywood star in a leopard-print wiggle dress.
Serena Williams at the premiere of 'The Kingdom', September 2007
The tennis star looked angelic in a silver mini skirt and matching sandals.
Serena Williams at the 17th Carousel of Hope Ball, October 2006
Williams opted for a bold pink, corset-top mini dress for the event.
Serena Williams at the 'Get Rich or Die Tryin'' premiere, November 2005
Williams rocked this super tight teal mini with matching pumps for the red carpet.
Serena Williams at the VH1 - Big in '04 party, December 2004
Williams wowed in turquoise.
Serena Williams at the 'After the Sunset' premiere, November 2004
Williams paired a blush pink corset with fishtail wiggle skirt.
Serena Williams at the ESPY Awards, July 2004
We are obsessed with this cut-out, tangerine mini dress that Williams wore to the 2004 ESPY Awards.
Daisy Murray is the Digital Fashion Editor at ELLE UK, spotlighting emerging designers, sustainable shopping, and celebrity style. Since joining in 2016 as an editorial intern, Daisy has run the gamut of fashion journalism - interviewing Molly Goddard backstage at London Fashion Week, investigating the power of androgynous dressing and celebrating the joys of vintage shopping.
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