Dress me for Wimbledon
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I'm attending as a fan, not a player. 
My usual style is coastal grandmother-but-more-tailored. I don't want to accidentally look like an umpire and I don't want to wear anything that will look crumpled and tragic after a long day of alternating sitting and standing. I'm attending for work so I need to look decently professional and polished. I'm neither tall nor slim and even if the weather ends up being fabulous, I don't like to have my arms bare. I keep picking outfits that look like a Spirit Halloween Wimbledon Fan Costume. I'm too excited to choose something normal and need an intervention. |
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No advice, but I am so excited for you!
I once stumbled into the Australian Open when I happened to be in Melbourne at the right time. It was incredible. Enjoy Wimbledon! |
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Short sleeve or elbow length very lightweight cotton or cashmere sweater, like this: https://us.boden.com/products/emilia-cotton-crew-t-shirt-bright-blue . Could do a pointelle or looser knit over a camisole if that appeals.
Midi skirt in linen, cotton, cotton voile, or other breathable, summer-weight fabric. Shape of skirt depends on your shape/preference. I would go with something pleated or a-line, this one is good: https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/zimmermann-illuminate-mouline-rib-knit-midi-skirt-0400022293884.html?dwvar_0400022293884_color=LEMON I know these colors don't go together, just showing examples of the types of things I'd look for. For colors, I'd stick to mostly solids, which tends to look more crisp, and choose whatever color is most flattering on you. A lot of people wear white but I personally would not want to deal with worrying about it and would go with blue or green or yellow. I'd personally wear flats or a small wedge because I don't want to wear true heels to a sporting event where I'm going to to be walking around, climbing up and down stairs, etc. For work attendance, I'd wear a full suite of jewelry but keep it all understated, which for me means my wedding ring, a small pendant on a chain that can be tucked into a crewneck if I want, stud earrings. Don't overdo makeup or hair. Wimbledon is usually not super hot -- like low 70s. Though sometimes there's a super hot day, and sometimes it's steamy (especially if it's rainy). You also might get a random 50 degree day. Check the weather before you pack and you might opt for something sleeveless or add a long sleeve layer (can't go wrong with a linen blazer) if necessary. Have fun! I'm jealous. |
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Melbourne is my dream! Lucky you! I think fashion for the Australian Open would be a bit easier and more fun. If I choose to sit in our firm’s seats, I realized that I’ll definitely be in camera. I love linen as a concept and some of these ideas so far but I’m the kind of person who sweats and rumples when it’s 45 degrees out. I don’t know how everyone looks so fresh and pulled together in these situations. I’m realizing I’m more of a rafters-at-the-US-Open kind of woman! |
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I remember walking into the Australian Open on the right side of the ramp, and, oops, being mowed down by those who were leaving who walk (and drive) on the “other” side, lol. I suspect that will apply to Wimbledon, too! |
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Unless you are Kate and Pippa, most others are sweating, too- so don’t sweat it, haha! Wear a linen shirtdress, and accept that it will wrinkle but that’s part of the look of linen. And as another poster said, it likely won’t be too hot. I know I’d need to wear my hair back or up to feel cooler, so that’s my addition. |
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| La di freakin da… |
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Geez who peed in your cheerios? It’s fun and exciting for OP. Why not try to find some vicarious joy in her good fortune rather than be bitter and spiteful?
Have a great trip OP!! |
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| Ew who eats Cheerios? I don't even feed those to my dog. |
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Lucky you! You'll have a great time!
I have been to Wimbledon several times and these are my tips: - Dress for comfort. Especially shoes. It's fun to wander around the "outside" courts where you can get really close to the action. Even getting to the show courts requires considerable walking up and down stairs. Most women there seem to wear (smart) plimsoles/trainers or wedge heels. - Unless you are a guest in the AELTC members' area, you don't have to be super-smart. People in the Debenture or corporate pavilions also tend to be a little bit more dressed up than the general public, but anyone who looks like they made too much of an effort stands out (for the wrong reasons). - Check out where your seats are. Some can be in full sun all day. If you're there on a sunny day you will definitely want a (straw) hat. Don't go for a really big one though - the people sitting behind won't appreciate that. - Alternatively, if your seat is likely to be in the shade (eg, high up towards the roof), you might find a light cardigan or jacket useful. - Don't worry about a statement purse. A good-sized (but not too large) tote is useful to carry a water bottle, snack, program, suncream etc. - You'll see all styles there from jeans to silk dresses. But most women wear smart casual - cotton dresses, or tailored pants. Dress as you would for a family lunch in a restaurant. And please come back to this thread and tell us how your day was! |
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Thank you! I didn’t think about the position of the sun nor navigating stairs. We will be down low so I need to look and see which side. I won’t have access to the members’ area but I think we will be in both the debenture and corporate areas. A dress is sounding like a good idea, and I’m working on a smart pants option in case the weather is grim. If it’s wet I will definitely want to work around nice looking sneakers because I hate the feeling of wet sandals or melty flats. I love watching matches on the outside courts at the US Open and will be at Wimbledon during the early days so there will be tons of outside court action. I’m very much hoping I can shake off some of my work obligations and/or convince a handful of colleagues to haunt the outside courts early with me to maximize our tennis. I can’t wait to see the courts and players up close! |
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