Naomi Osaka: An Australian Open Debut with a Bold Fashion Statement
Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka caused a sensation when entering the Rod Laver Arena’s center court, wearing an outfit that quickly became a topic of conversation. Osaka, known for her avant-garde style, paraded with an ensemble that combined unexpected elements. Pleated culottes peeked out from under her game dress, complemented by a wide-brimmed hat adorned with a veil. The design, a collaboration between Nike and Japanese designer Robert Wun, was described by Osaka herself as a mix of the “power of the jellyfish and the delicacy of the butterfly.” The playing outfit, in turquoise tones, reflected this duality.The tennis player, who has been number one in the world and winner of four Grand Slam titles, including the Australian Open in 2019 and 2021, as well as the US Open in 2018 and 2020, once again demonstrated her influence in the world of fashion. The Japanese player will face Romanian Sorana Cirstea in the next round.This outfit is now iconic. It’s inspired by a jellyfish and I’m glad I can do what I like. There’s a butterfly on the hat and also on the umbrella. It has to do with the Australian Open that I won in 2021.
Naomi Osaka
