2 min readThe 2025 U.S. Open is fast approaching (it runs from August 24-September 7)—and if you’ve been lucky enough to score yourself tickets for a match, it’s high time you start thinking about what to wear. As the final Grand Slam tennis tournament of the year, it couldn’t be a better opportunity to show off your spectator style—and what better place to do so than in one of the biggest fashion capitals of the world: New York City. While there is no official dress code, be prepared to flex your dressing know-how. In other words: the art of looking elevated but unfussy; photo-ready, but temperature appropriate.
To help finalize your outfit choice, we’ve pulled together our favorite celebrity fashion moments from the U.S. Open from over the years and the perfect pieces and styling tips to achieve each look. Read on for how to master spectator fashion.
The Prep
Classic style courtesy of Ralph Lauren. The navy button down keeps the look from feeling too high summer and too daytime, and the camel accessories pull everything toward polish.
Ralph Lauren Relaxed Fit Linen Roll Tab–Sleeve Shirt
Ralph Lauren Collection Denise Linen Shorts
Ralph Lauren Leather Wide D-Ring Belt
Sold Out NYC The Everything Shirt in Navy
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Brooks Brothers Linen Blend Culotte Shorts
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B-Low The Belt Kennedy Belt
The Knit Dress
The easiest way to look elevated but still feel comfortable is with a knit dress. All you need are sophisticated accessories to do the talking; for example: a block heeled sandal, or a shoe with a square buckle.
Gabriela Hearst Eyot Knit Maxi Dress in Denim Blue Cashmere Silk
Everlane The Cozy Rib Polo Dress
Sandro Paris Knitted midi dress with polo neck
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Roger Vivier Belle Vivier Slingback Pumps in patent leather
Margaux The City Sandal
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Bernardo Bowie Ankle Strap Heeled Sandals
The Mini
Much like the shorts ensemble, a miniskirt is a great weather-appropriate style. The key to keeping things mature? A tailored but not too oversized button down, and a sporty hat. Pro tip: wear sleek sneakers—maybe in a suede—for a little something extra.
With Nothing Underneath The Oversized
Favorite Daughter Favorite Skort
American Needle US Open 2025 Performance Hat
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ANINE BING Essie Classic Button-Front Shirt
American Needle US Open 2025 Performance Hat
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The Strapless Dress
We love a strapless dress for the balance it offers. Sure, the shoulders are bare, but you can wear a good pair of fall boots to create contrast. All around, a great transitional dressing staple.
Zara Strapless Poplin Dress
NIA Santal Dress
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Pistola Mavo Tube Top Dress
Sam Edelman Sylvia Knee High Boot
Loeffler Randall Indy Calfskin Tall Boots
Argyle Excellence
The argyle sweater, worn here by Katie Holmes, is a preppy classic for a reason. It’s colorful, interesting, and can be worn day to night. All you need to complement it is a pair of really good jeans.
Prada Cashmere Argyle Crewneck Cardigan
goodman Jockey Argyle Polo Sweater
Ganni Women’s Argyle Wool-Cashmere Cardigan – Tawny Port – Size XXS
Jamie Haller The Crease Jean in Worn Indigo
Mother The Hustler Roller Sneak
FRAME Le Sleek Straight
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All About the Jacket
The barn jacket is having a major moment. Make it evening appropriate with feminine, sculptural accessories.
Tna Vermont Workwear Jacket
Uniqlo Zip-Up Short Jacket
JENNY BIRD US Sées Hoop Earrings
Anita Berisha Tulips Earrings
Alexis Bittar Crumpled Large Post Earring
Show Your Stripes
When in doubt, a striped shirt is perfect for the occasion. Wear with white jeans and clog wedge sandals to complete the look.
Ralph Lauren Oversize Fit Striped Cotton-Linen Shirt
SLVRLAKE London Straight-Leg Jeans
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Tory Burch Studded Platform Wedge
Frank & Eileen Relaxed Button-Up Shirt
Aflalo Orwell Jean in Rigid Denim
Chloe Maxime Wedge Sandal
Cute & Coordinated
A matching set is your style ticket to looking effortlessly polished and put-together—without the fuss. Make sure to finish the look with one of summer’s hottest accessories: the luxury handheld fan.
Enza Costa Linen Tunic Vest
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Enza Costa Linen Trouser
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H&M Scalloped-edge Fan
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Posse the Label Nancy Gilet
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Posse the Label Parker Trouser
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Aspinal of London Hand Fan & Fan Case Collection
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Roxanne Adamiyatt is the Digital Style Director at Town & Country spearheading online coverage across fashion, accessories, jewelry, beauty, wellness. In her role, Roxanne regularly contributes pieces for the print magazine, often with a focus on the intersection of social media and luxury. Previously, she held the role of deputy digital lifestyle director from 2022-2024, and senior digital editor from 2018-2022 at T&C. Prior to her tenure at Town& Country Roxanne held roles at Us Weekly and InStyle. A life-long New Yorker, Roxanne received degrees Barnard College and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. When she’s not attending market appointments and writing about trends, you can find her scouring the internet (and thrift shops) for the very best vintage fashion & furniture to add to her collection.
Sophie Dweck is the Shopping Editor for Town & Country, where she covers all things fashion, beauty and lifestyle, shares her expertise on the most worthwhile luxury products, tests and writes in-depth reviews on the very best essentials worth investing in, as well breaking news about the latest launches, and of course, reports on the biggest sales and deals to shop no matter the day. Some of her favorite items to date are Gwyneth Paltrow’s ski trial cardigan, the Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser, and ZIIP’s microcurrent device. When Sophie isn’t testing state-of-the art beauty tech or breaking down TikTok aesthetics, she loves indulging in BonBon sweets (Sorbisars, for the win!) and finding the next trend before it goes viral.
