Shorts / Skirts from French Days
The selection of shorts and skirts for racket sports from the French Days dresses the lower part of your outfit for tennis, padel, badminton, and table tennis: skorts Tecnifibre Team with built-in shorts, Asics Court skirts, Erima, and Joma, two-in-one shorts Asics, Head, adidas, and Tecnifibre Team Stretch shorts, table tennis shorts Donic and Cuera, available in men's, women's, and children's cuts.
Move freely on the court at a discounted price.
Skort, skirt or shorts two in one: three cuts for the player
The skort combines a skirt and fitted shorts stitched underneath: it's the most common cut on the courts, as it stays in place during lunges and holds a spare ball in the pocket of the shorts. The Tecnifibre Team and Team Tech are two versions, the latter made from a more technical fabric. The simple skirt, like the Asics Court, the Erima Performance or the Joma Open, is worn over separate fitted shorts, allowing you to adjust the length and support. Finally, the two in one shorts Asics Court overlays loose shorts with fitted shorts, for those who prefer the look of shorts over a skirt.
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Inseam and pockets: men's tennis shorts
A men's tennis short is first judged by its inseam, measured from the crotch to the hem. The Asics Match short measures seven inches, or about ten-eight centimeters: it stops above the knee and allows free movement of the leg during low lunges. Longer cuts, around nine inches, cover more of the thigh. Then come the pockets: deep and wide enough for a ball, they hold the second serve ball without hindering movement. The Head Club and Easy Court and the adidas Ergo feature a lightweight and stretchy fabric that accommodates side movements, while the Tecnifibre Team Stretch announces its fabric's elasticity in its name.
Table tennis: the short shorts of the player
In table tennis, exchanges happen a few meters from the table, with quick small steps and bent legs: the table tennis shorts are therefore shorter and closer fitting than those for tennis, and do without ball pockets. Specialist brands, like Donic, of German origin, and Cuera, make them from lightweight polyester that dries quickly in warm gyms. In competition, the international federation's rules require attire whose main colour clearly differs from that of the ball, so the opponent can follow it without confusion. The Donic Basic and the Cuera Globe are suitable for both club training and tournaments.
Technical fabrics and junior cuts: choosing the right material
The bottoms for racket sports are made from a technical polyester that wicks sweat away from the skin and dries between sets. A bit of elastane gives it the stretch needed for lunges and squats, and a wide elastic waistband, sometimes paired with a drawstring, keeps it in place without being tight. For children, Tecnifibre offers the Team Stretch shorts and the skort in junior cuts that mirror the finishes of adult models; choose based on age and size, while allowing a bit of room for growth. A cold wash, without fabric softener, preserves the fibers and their ability to wick moisture away.
Frequently asked questions
Tennis skort: should I take my usual size or a size up?
Stick to your usual size based on your waist and hip measurements. The integrated shorts should stay in place when you squat, without riding up or compressing the thighs: if it feels tight, opt for the next size up.
Can you play padel in a tennis skirt?
Yes, skirts, skorts and tennis shorts are suitable for padel, which uses the same lunges and movements. A fabric resistant to abrasion is a bonus for players who often play close to the glass and netting.
Is a special short needed for badminton?
A tennis or table tennis short works very well for badminton. Choose it lightweight and stretchy for deep lunges towards the net; ball pockets are unnecessary, but a drawstring helps keep it in place.
How can I wash a white tennis short without yellowing it?
Wash it at thirty degrees with whites only, without fabric softener, and dry it in the shade: direct sunlight and the heat from the tumble dryer can yellow polyester. A gentle stain remover before washing can remove clay marks.
Why is white clothing mandatory at Wimbledon?
The London tournament has enforced an almost entirely white outfit since the nineteenth century, originally to hide perspiration stains deemed inappropriate. Shorts and skirts are no exception: only thin coloured trims are allowed.
