Playing tennis doesn’t stop just because the temperature drops. Hopefully you live in a fairly warm country and you can still enjoy the courts outdoors. With the demand for tennis gear for this part of the season, many brands and companies are releasing seasonal collections that blend high-performance technical fabrics with court-ready fashion. This winter, it seems the focus is on sophisticated layering pieces that allow for maximum warmth during warmups and full mobility during play.
Strategic layering
The core principle behind these new winter collections is strategic layering. This involves a moisture-wicking base layer, an insulating mid-layer for heat retention, and a weather-resistant outer layer to protect against wind or light rain. Many of the newly introduced items are designed to function as versatile mid and outer layers, using materials like fleece and advanced technical knits.
Nike leads the charge with pieces designed for both warmth and comfort off the court in their winter collections. One option is the Nike Men’s Winterized Club Jacket, which provides insulation without the bulk, and the Women’s Winter Heritage Pant, offering a cozy, relaxed fit that is perfect for pre-match stretching or post-game travel. For bottoms, the Nike Men’s Winter Heritage Fleece Jogger and Women’s Core Club Jogger show the trend of using fleece lining for added warmth in training gear.
Most of these models can be found at our partners Tennis Warehouse (US, Canada), Tennis Warehouse Europe (10% discount using code TNERD10) or TennisOnly (AU).
Other tennis brands are adding insulation and classic style. The Adidas Men’s Fall Gameset Walk On Pant provides a tailored look suitable for the court and transition around the clubhouse. For mid-layers, the Wilson Men’s Autumn Club Half Zip Sweatshirt offers an easy pullover solution for adding a quick layer of warmth. Fila’s Women’s Center Court Advantage Track Pant is another great example of classic, reliable performance bottoms that offer coverage and comfort.
Other brands and accessories
For a retro or refined look, brands like Sergio Tacchini and Bjorn Borg have introduced strong outerwear options. The Sergio Tacchini Men’s Winter Nota Crewneck offers a stylish, heavier top for keeping muscles warm, also have a look at their track pants for both men and women (like the Men’s Orion Track Pant and Women’s Fall Terina Track Pant).
More fashion-forward brands are also offering premium options, such as the Travis Mathew Men’s Palisades Puffer Vest, which is perfect for core warmth while leaving the arms free for a full range of motion. For the ladies, we really like the Women’s Winter Moontide Bonded Vest (image below) from the same brand.
If you’re looking for stylish windbreakers, see the latest ones from Nordicdots, a great brand for tennis and padel players.
Check these from Nike as well; Fair Isle Beanie for those really cold days, or the Nike Everyday Cushion Crew Socks in great quality.
These winter collections prove that cold weather doesn’t mean sacrificing performance or style. Sometimes it’s worth it investing in these layered pieces, to stay warm, flexible and ready to compete even through the colder months.
