Naomi Osaka has already made a striking impression ahead of the 2026 US Open, stepping out at Arthur Ashe Stadium in a daring sheer orange ensemble that put her fashion credentials firmly in the spotlight. The four-time Grand Slam champion unveiled the look during practice in New York, giving fans an early glimpse of the style spectacle expected to accompany her tournament campaign.
The 28-year-old Japanese tennis star wore a strapless orange top and matching skirt with floral embellishments and flowing sheer fabric, pairing the statement outfit with a white handbag, dark brown heels and silver hoop earrings. With her racquet in hand, Osaka looked ready for tennis, but it was her fashion-forward appearance that quickly became the talking point.
Osaka Makes a Daring Orange Statement
The eye-catching ensemble marked a dramatic opening to Osaka's US Open fashion story.
Her strapless top featured delicate floral detailing and translucent sections, while the matching skirt fell in soft, cascading layers that moved around her legs. The sheer material gave the outfit a distinctly glamorous edge, while the vivid orange shade ensured she stood out against the tennis stadium backdrop.
She completed the look with a structured white handbag decorated with floral details and dark brown peep-toe heels. Silver hoop earrings added a simple finishing touch, while her tennis racquet brought the styling firmly back to the sporting world.
It was a carefully balanced look that blurred the line between tenniswear and fashion editorial, a combination Osaka has increasingly made her own.
Fans Say She Is 'Already Serving'
Osaka's appearance quickly drew enthusiastic reactions online, with fans praising the outfit before the US Open singles competition had even begun. One follower compared the look to Sex and the City character Carrie Bradshaw, writing: 'If Carrie Bradshaw played tennis.'
Another fan simply declared: 'Already serving.'
A further follower wrote: 'Serving on and off the court!', while another said: 'The tournament hasn't even started yet and you're already serving so hard.'
Tennis star Taylor Townsend also reacted to the look, commenting: 'So cuteeee.'
The response highlights just how closely Osaka's fashion choices are now followed alongside her performances. Her tournament appearances have become opportunities to tell a visual story, with each Grand Slam bringing another carefully considered look.
Fashion Has Become Part of Osaka's Game
Osaka's latest US Open appearance follows a year of increasingly ambitious tennis fashion.
At the 2026 French Open, she worked with designer Kevin Germanier on a couture-inspired ensemble featuring a semi-sheer pleated skirt and embellished corset top. She later wore a sparkling Nike set, with the overall fashion concept dubbed 'court-ure'.
At Wimbledon, meanwhile, Osaka embraced her Japanese heritage with a custom kimono-inspired look designed by Hana Yagi. She has previously explained that fashion helps her manage the nerves associated with walking on to court, describing clothing as a way of expressing herself.
That makes the orange US Open look more than simply a glamorous outfit. It continues a deliberate approach in which Osaka uses her entrance and appearance to establish a mood before she begins competing.
A Fashion Rival To Watch at the US Open
Osaka's growing reputation as a tennis style star reflects a wider change in the sport, where players increasingly use major tournaments to showcase personality and fashion as well as athletic ability.
Her creative team has previously described the Grand Slam looks as part of a wider narrative, with the walk-on, match and media appearances considered together.
Osaka has also established herself as one of the players most willing to challenge traditional expectations of tennis fashion. From elaborate silhouettes to heritage-inspired designs, her outfits have become an important part of her public image. Her latest orange ensemble continues that evolution, bringing a distinctly glamorous New York feel to her US Open preparations.
All Eyes on Her Next US Open Look
The US Open singles main draw is due to begin on 30 August, with Osaka returning to the tournament where she won titles in 2018 and 2020. That means her orange practice outfit may only be the opening act. With Osaka's history of dramatic Grand Slam appearances, fans will now be waiting to see whether her official tournament looks are even more adventurous.
For now, though, her fashion campaign has already achieved what it set out to do: grab attention. Before Osaka has hit a single competitive ball at the 2026 US Open, fans are already declaring that she is 'serving' on the court and off it.
