Tennis: Asics and A.P.C. bring style to the court

Japanese performance brand Asics and Parisian fashion label A.P.C. have unveiled a new tennis-inspired collaboration, blending sport and lifestyle pieces in a unisex capsule set to launch globally on April 5—two months ahead of Roland Garros. This marks the second collaboration between the two brands, following an earlier golf-themed release.

After exploring golf, A.P.C. is now serving tennis. The Paris-based studio has partnered with Asics to create a line inspired by the preppy aesthetic of the 1970s. With clean cuts and A.P.C.’s signature minimalist edge, the performance collection includes 20 pieces for both men and women—ranging from dresses and sleeveless tops to tees, shorts, and sports bras. The apparel is complemented by co-branded versions of the Gel-Resolution X A.P.C. and Solution Speed FF 3 A.P.C. sneakers.

On the court, performance pieces lead. Off the court, lifestyle takes over. Artistic director Judith Touitou has added her signature relaxed touch to the collection, featuring Gel-Kayano 14 A.P.C. sneakers and accessories like a denim racket tote made from Japanese organic cotton with a front pocket to hold your racket. The capsule plays with Kasane-inspired layering details and references traditional Japanese Shibori dyeing techniques. A.P.C.’s logo is seamlessly integrated with Asics’ emblem.

“This is our first complete tennis collection, and partnering with A.P.C. felt natural,” said Camille Eberhard, head of apparel at Asics. “Our teams worked closely to create a line that merges performance and style, giving athletes both confidence and freedom of movement. The court-ready looks combine timeless elegance with technical innovation, while the lifestyle range carries that same spirit into everyday wear.”

Judith Touitou, A.P.C.’s artistic director, added: “We wanted to design silhouettes that feel as pure as possible—highlighting the beauty of Asics athletes in motion. We carried that same mindset into daily life, adding a playful note through our gradient print on the nylon pieces.”

Asics tennis athletes will wear pieces from the collaboration during major European tournaments in the coming months.