EXCLUSIVE Why men are getting Wimbledon dressing so wrong: From crumpled linen to scruffy trainers, the famous tennis fans serving up faults rather than aces

Daily Mail​

3 days ago

It's one of the most significant tennis tournaments in the world, and the fashion at Wimbledon is almost as important.
However, while there's no official dress code, many of the famous male attendees appear to have missed the unspoken memo to sport their finest summer clothes when visiting London 's All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club.
At least that's the viewpoint of some of the UK's leading fashion experts, including celebrity stylists Lisa Talbot and Oriona Robb, and personal stylist Angela Kyte.
Lisa said, 'Wimbledon has always been a fashion moment, but this year, it seems some of the men have served up more faults than aces when it comes to style.
'There's a fine line between casual and careless, and unfortunately, a few well-known faces have crossed it.'
Those with a special mention include Daniel Ricciardo, whose choice of shoes - Vans - are, according to Lisa, better placed at a 'beach BBQ', and Marcus Wearing, who had good intentions with his linen trousers, but 'the heavy creasing left them looking unloved rather than luxe.'
Elsewhere, the UK's heatwave appeared to have gotten the best of Chris O'Dowd, who turned up in shorts suitable for a 'pub garden', said Lisa, who also noted Frederick Windsor and Nick Jonas committing a sartorial sin of pairing white chinos with black shoes.
Here, Femail consults the fashion experts to reveal the worst-dressed men at Wimbledon 2025 so far.
'Wimbledon is more than a sporting event; it's one of the few cultural moments where British tradition and sartorial elegance intersect,' Oriona said.
She continued, 'It's not about overdressing, but about understanding the codes of refined, effortless style.
'True style at Wimbledon is never loud; it's intentional, polished, and quietly confident. Think linen done properly, tailoring that breathes, and footwear that respects the dress code without shouting for attention.'
Male attendees have shattered stylist's expectations, including Australian racing driver Daniel Ricciardo.
The 36-year-old arrived on Tuesday ready to watch the live action in a loosely fitted white shirt and black trousers, but it was his Vans 'Old Skool' trainers that breached standards.
'While Ricciardo's look may resonate with his off-duty Formula One persona, Wimbledon is an occasion that calls for elevated ease,' Angela said.
She added, 'Trainers can work if they're minimalist and refined – Vans, however, feel too adolescent and undercut the elegance of the setting.'
Then there was Marcus Wareing, who attended the same day as Ricciardo, and though the celebrity chef didn't wear trainers, he failed to iron his linen.
Marcus, 55, donned a navy polo shirt, paired with off-white linen trousers and matching boat shoes.
Unfortunately, the creases in his trousers distracted from the other positives in his outfit, said Angela.
She explained, 'Linen can be a beautiful summer fabric when executed with precision. But there's a fine line between relaxed and unkempt.
'Crumpled linen suggests a missed opportunity – with better tailoring or a light press, this could have been effortlessly elegant.'
Elsewhere, Chris O'Dowd, 45, of Bridesmaids and The IT Crowd fame, also let himself down with his choice of attire for his bottom half.
The Irish actor and comedian donned a varied ensemble, comprised of a light blue blazer, a brighter blue shirt decorated with lemons, perhaps most surprisingly, a pair of navy shorts, and boots with matching blue socks peeking through over the top.
While he attempted to stick to a colour theme, his decision to sport shorts missed the mark entirely for Angela.
She said, 'Wimbledon may have relaxed its codes slightly, but shorts remain difficult to execute gracefully in this setting.
'The overall impression felt too casual and disconnected from the timeless elegance Wimbledon embodies.'
For others, it was the shoes that lowered the fashion stakes, including Matthew Horne, who sported a pair of clogs with his suit.
The Gavin & Stacey star, 46, appeared to lean into the trend of clogs, as spearheaded by Birkenstocks, but according to Angela, the shoes aren't a match for Wimbledon.
'Footwear is often the undoing of an otherwise composed outfit,' she said, adding, 'Clogs may be trending in niche circles, but at Wimbledon, they lack the sophistication expected.
'The setting calls for something sharper – a loafer or sleek derby would have elevated the look entirely.'
Meanwhile, Frederick Windsor, 46, and Nick Jonas, 32, paired black shoes with chinos, a fashion no-no for many.
Angela said, 'There's a certain formality expected from someone of Frederick Windsor's standing, but this pairing felt overly conventional.
'The black shoes and chinos lacked polish and flair – an injection of colour, or a more contemporary silhouette, would have brought it forward.'
It was a similar situation for Nick of the Jonas Brothers, who arrived with his wife, Priyanka Chopra, in a navy blazer, white chinos, and chunky, black platform shoes.
'Nick Jonas often balances youth and style well, but here the proportions felt off,' Angela said.
She added, 'The heavy-soled shoe overwhelmed the outfit, and the cut of the chino didn't offer enough structure to anchor the look. A more refined, tailored ensemble would have served him better.'
Meanwhile, for Love Island alum Tommy Fury, it wasn't the shoes that rendered his outfit unsuitable, but the overall Boohoo-esque aesthetic.
The 26-year-old boxer and boyfriend to influencer Molly Mae Hague donned a crochet shirt, beige trousers, and suede loafers, which, according to Angela, 'Felt more brand endorsement than personal style.'
She said, 'Wimbledon is a space for quiet luxury – crisp tailoring, quality fabric, and understated elegance.
'This read too commercial and missed the chance to show a more grown, considered side of his image.'
Despite the unimpressive show of outfits so far, it's still early days for Wimbledon 2025, giving many more chances for male attendees to up the stakes.
When considering attire, stylist Oriona urges attendees to avoid gimmicks and focus on elegant displays.
She said, 'The elegance of Wimbledon lies in its subtlety; it's not the place for gimmicks or red-carpet statements. When done well, dressing for the event reflects both personal flair and cultural understanding.
'Wimbledon isn't asking for black tie – it's asking for respect. Those who get it right aren't necessarily the most dressed-up, but the most considered.
'Good style, like good tennis, is all about precision and control. At Wimbledon, clothes should whisper sophistication, not scream for attention.'
Oriona concluded, 'In an era of relaxed dress codes, Wimbledon still offers a moment to honour style at its most classic. The men who embrace that and avoid the urge to over-style or underdress are the ones who truly stand out.'