Private sale of racket shorts and skirts
The private sale brings together shorts and skirts for racket sports: Court Asics skirts, Open Joma and Erima, Wilson dresses, Tecnifibre and Spiro, a two-in-one Asics short for female players, Asics Match shorts, Tecnifibre Team, Mouratoglou, Mizuno Amplify, adidas Ergo, Head and Cuera, and Donic shorts for table tennis. Technical fabrics that follow every lunge and change of support.
The player's bottom, at a reduced price.
Skirt, shorts or tennis dress: three player outfits
The tennis skirt, like the Asics Court, the Joma Open, or the Erima Performance, almost always includes a shorts or a tight short, which allows freedom of movement for lunges and holds the second service ball. The dresses, like the Tecnifibre Tech or Spiro models, combine top and bottom in one piece: nothing rides up or comes out of the waistband during service, and some versions include a supportive bra. The Wilson dress, unlined, can be worn with the tight short of your choice. The two-in-one women's Asics Court short combines a loose short with an inner tight, for those who prefer the coverage of a short.
The other textile items
The racket sports textiles also come in:
All the textiles on private sale are gathered on the textile page.
Length in inches and ball pockets
The length of a tennis short is often expressed in inches, measured at the inseam: the Asics Match short at seven inches, or about ten-eight centimetres, frees the thighs for quick movements, while longer models adopt a classic style. The deep pockets keep the spare ball without hindering movement. The Tecnifibre Team Stretch, made from stretchy fabric, is also available in a children's version; the French brand, established in 1979 with polyurethane strings, now outfits tennis and squash players. The Mouratoglou shorts, from the academy founded in 1996 by coach Patrick Mouratoglou, come in colours named Paris or New York.
Padel, badminton, table tennis: the dress code rules
The same technical shorts are suitable for all racket sports, with a few nuances. In table tennis, the international rules require that the main colour of the shorts or skirt is significantly different from that of the ball: a white short should be avoided in competition with a white ball. The Donic Basic short, from the German ping specialist, meets this requirement. In badminton, a short and light cut accompanies deep lunges and jumps. In padel, often played outdoors, breathable fabric and ball pockets are appreciated. At Wimbledon, finally, an almost entirely white outfit remains in order.
Stretch fabrics and care for technical outfits
Racket shorts and skirts are made from lightweight polyester blended with elastane, which stretches during lunges and returns to its shape. The fabric wicks sweat away and dries quickly between sets. The adidas Ergo short focuses on an ergonomic cut that follows the leg movement, the Mizuno Amplify on lightness, the Head Club and Easy Court on versatility in clubs. To last, these outfits should be washed at thirty degrees, inside out, without fabric softener, which clogs the fibers, and air-dried: the heat from the tumble dryer damages the elastane and silicone bands of the tights.
Frequently asked questions
How to choose the size of a tennis skirt?
Take your usual waist measurement: the elastic waistband should hold without being tight during lunges. Also check the length of the integrated tight short, which should neither ride up nor compress the thigh when you squat for a low ball.
Shorts or skirt for playing padel?
Both are suitable: the choice depends on individual comfort. On an outdoor court in summer, a skirt with integrated tight shorts or a short breathable short helps keep cool, and a ball pocket avoids holding it in hand between points.
Are tennis outfits suitable for squash?
Yes, tennis shorts and skirts are suitable for squash, which requires the same freedom of movement. Prefer a very breathable fabric, as the enclosed court becomes hot quickly, and a close-fitting cut for quick rotations.
How to keep a white outfit nice and white?
Wash it separately at thirty degrees with white laundry detergent, and treat any clay stains as soon as you return from the court. Soaking in water mixed with sodium percarbonate revives greyed whites without damaging the fibers.
Which model to choose for a young player?
A stretchy short with an elasticated waist, like the Tecnifibre Team Stretch in a children's version, follows growth and movement. Choose one with deep enough pockets for a ball and a length that leaves the knees free.
