Naomi Osaka has been serving more than tennis balls on tennis court for years. The four-time grand slam champion is also a fashion-forward athlete, merging her athleticism and her appreciation for style as a form of expression in every match she plays.
Now that the 2026 French Open, where Osaka showcased her latest look, is underway, WWD breaks down some of the customized Nike kits the tennis player has worn through the years.
2026 French Open
Naomi Osaka competes during the 2026 French Open.
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Osaka debuted her latest customized Nike kit on Tuesday at the 2026 French Open. Using an existing Nike template, Swiss couturier Kevin Germanier crafted a long black flowing skirt and a corseted top, which, when removed, revealed a shimmering gold Nike kit with a pleated skirt.
“I wanted to celebrate her strength, individuality and athleticism, while ensuring that her first step onto the court felt just as powerful and unforgettable as her game,” Germanier said of the design in a statement to WWD.
2026 Indian Wells
Naomi Osaka competes at the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden on March 8 in Indian Wells, Calif.
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Prior to the 2026 French Open, Osaka rounded out the first half of the hard court season with a leopard print Nike tennis dress with custom pieces provided by Filipino-American designer Chris Habana. Walking on court, Osaka wore gold jewelry pieces, including statement septum and nostril hoof cuff.
2026 Australian Open
Naomi Osaka walks on court of the 2026 Australian Open.
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Osaka kicked off the 2026 tennis season at the Australian Open in January. She walked on court wearing a custom Nike kit that included modifications and design from couturier Robert Wun. The wholistic piece, which included flowing, pleated white pants and a jacket with tentacle-like embellishments, gave off a distinct jellyfish aesthetic homage. Osaka also wore a hat with a butterfly appliqué, a reference to her 2021 Australian Open moment when she tried to move a butterfly off the court.
2025 US Open
Naomi Osaka competes during the 2025 U.S. Open.
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At the 2025 U.S. Open, Osaka wore two Nike kits in distinct colorways. The athlete’s first look was a red tennis dress with a bubble hemline and sequined top. Her entrance look also included a long-sleeve jacket in the same shade of rosy red. Crystalized roses were added to Osaka’s hair for added symbolism.
Naomi Osaka walks on court of the 2025 U.S. Open.
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Osaka wore the same kit in purple during the tournament as well. Throughout the 2025 U.S. Open, the four-time grand slam champion brought out new customized Labubus on court and shared their tennis-inspired names, including Billie Jean Bling and Arthur Flash — references to former grand slam champions and trailblazers Billie Jean King and Arthur Ashe.
2025 French Open
Naomi Osaka competes during the 2025 French Open.
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Osaka paid homage to Japanese manga series Sailor Moon with her 2025 French Open look. Working in tandem with artist Marty Harper and participating in the design herself, Osaka’s Nike kit was cast in pink tones with coordinated shoes, wrist bands and a visor. She also wore pink floral appliqués for an added touch to honor her heritage and emphasize the Sakura cherry blossom theme.
2024 US Open
Naomi Osaka competes during the 2024 U.S. Open.
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Osaka’s 2024 U.S. Open “Lolita” Nike kit included references to Harajuku-inspired tennis collection. The outfit was designed in collaboration between Nike and Yoon Ahn, the creative director of Ambush. Her daytime look was cast in colorways of vibrant green and white, while her evening session iteration was designed in black and white.
Naomi Osaka walks on court for the 2024 U.S. Open.
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To walk on court, Osaka added a voluminous tutu style skirt, which covered her classically pleated tennis dress, and a cropped Nike jacket with a large bow on the back. Bows were also affixed to the back of Osaka’s Nike tennis shoes.
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