Tennis Skorts Are the Trend Princess Diana Did Better Than Anyone Else—And They're Finally Back

Out of all the gowns and tiaras that Princess Diana donned during the 1980s and 1990s, it's hard to choose just one iconic style moment that tops the rest. Actually, there are three, in my humble opinion. The first is none other than her over-the-top, puffy-sleeved wedding dress. The second is the black "breakup dress." Yes, that one. The last? Her legendary tennis skort outfit. It might not be quite as flashy, but it's inspiring the 2021 trend that I'm planning to wear all spring and summer long.

At the time when Princess Diana wore her baggy cardigan, tennis skirt with shorts underneath, and tube socks look, it stirred up some drama. It hit a few inches shorter above the knee (compared to her usual tea-length pleated skirts)—the audacity!—but I like to think it was her confidence in the outfit that ruffled some feathers. Now, tennis skorts are coming back more popular than ever before, and you don't need to have a racquet and reservation at the courts to rock it. You can pair the versatile skirt-short bottom with an oversized sweatshirt and sneakers á la Princess Di, or choose a more brunch-ready route with a blazer and pearls.

From longer options to punchy prints, these 11 stylish tennis skorts will have you ready and inspired to turn back the clock.