Searches For Tennis Bracelets Have Spiked Because Of Zendaya And Her (Flawless) Challengers Outfits

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by Julia Harvey |
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The tennis bracelet got its name after tennis player Chris Evert lost her diamond bracelet mid-way through a US Open match back in the 1970s. Fitting, then, that Zendaya would make it a staple of her wardrobe while promoting Challengers.

To complement her (impeccable) press tour looks, there was more than one occasion when Zendaya – and her stylist Law Roach – turned to the tennis bracelet as the ultimate accessory. As a result, searches for tennis bracelets, in general, have increased exponentially on Google.

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Specific brands are seeing a huge rise in interest for this timeless style, too. TheDiamondStore.co.uk reports that, the week Challengers was released, they 'saw searches and purchases for tennis-style jewellery increase (133% more searches than the week before, and +30% purchases more than the week before), showing promising signs that the tennis core trend is only resonating more and more with our audiences.'

Anya Taylor Joy in Tiffany tennis bracelets
Anya Taylor Joy in Tiffany tennis bracelets

On red carpets, a tennis bracelet can be seen on the wrists of everyone from Kate Middleton to Meghan Markle, who loves the Mini Bezel by Jennifer Meyer. Hailey Bieber and Anya Taylor Joy are both fans of Tiffany & Co's incredible tennis bracelets – Bieber's Tiffany Victoria style featured diamonds set in platinum, while Taylor Joy opted for diamonds and pearls (Florence Pugh wore the same one to the Met Gala).

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 01: Florence Pugh seen at The 2023 Met Gala celebrating "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty" at on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Raymond Hall/GC Images)

Famously, Ben Affleck gave Jennifer Lopez a diamond tennis bracelet by Harry Winston when they were first engaged in 2002, which she has taken to wearing again now that they're back together and (finally) married. But if you're not planning to hit a red carpet any time soon, then on your next night out or date night, try stacking up the sparkles in honour of being out-OUT.

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While Zendaya's bracelets are mostly Bvlgari, Swarovski, Monica Vinader, Mejuri, Daphine and Astrid & Miyu all have dazzling options at relatively affordable prices.

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On the flip side, a neat little row of gems makes an ideal companion to your everyday jeans, T-shirts and even PJs, especially if you follow the style of Kim Kardashian's gang. Thomas Sabo's classic tennis bracelet, which comes in either gold or sterling silver, is set with white zirconia stones, a perfect wear-with-everything addition to your jewellery collection.

Don't be afraid of mixing crystals with your sportswear, either. Emma Raducanu can often be seen sporting a tennis bracelet, natch. Hers are Tiffany & Co. but, If you're bored of diamonds (no judgement), then mix it up with colourful gems in fuchsia, jade and sunshine yellow. We love Roxanne First's tennis braceletto brighten up any drab day.

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For our edit of the best tennis bracelets to buy now – from lifetime investments to jewels that won't break the bank – take a look below...

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Despite being under-£100, this Pandora bracelet still looks incredibly expensive and will add sparkle to any outfit.

Available in gold or silver, Abbott Lyon's bracelet may be less than £60 but you wouldn't know it. It is water, sweat and heat resistant, won't tarnish and even comes with a two year warranty.

The bracelet seen many times on Meghan Markle, Jennifer Meyer's handmade gold style is a chic take on more traditional tennis bracelets and will be a truly special addition to any jewellery box.

Add some colour to your everyday jewels with Roxanne Assoulin's fun take on the classic tennis bracelet.

Handcrafted from sterling silver plated in 18ct gold vermeil, this bracelet is vintage-inspired and certainly evokes a kind of Old Hollywood glamour.

If you want something slightly different, try Thomas Sabo's colourful bracelet. There are even matching pieces available if you want to complete the set.

Rosie Fortescue's jewellery collection has an entire range of tennis bracelets in different colours and metals. It's hard to choose between them but the silver style makes for a classic choice.

Add a bit of luxury to your normal day with Mejuri's diamonds. This won't oxidise or discolour, meaning it really will last forever – and you can choose it in white gold, too.

For rose gold fans, Swarovski's bracelet is ideal. Slightly chunkier than other tennis bracelets, it will be a real statement piece when worn with dressed-down outfits like jeans and a classic white T-shirt.

If you're a fan of coloured stones, this bracelet is a real show-stopper. With round cut blue topaz, blue sapphire and tanzanite stones, you won't ever want to take this off.

Whether you wear this on its own or as part of a bracelet stack, you'll find it makes every ensemble feel instantly more polished.

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Price: £419 (was £669)

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Featuring 1ct of sparkling sustainable diamonds, this would make the perfect gift for a loved one or as a treat to yourself. Its timeless design means it will become a modern heirloom in no time.

Julia Harvey has been the shopping editor for Grazia for the past two and a half years, overseeing and editing all things shopping for the title from trend pages, gift guides and the best things to buy now in both print and online. Having previously worked at other women's magazines, Elle UK, Glamour and British Vogue, Julia has gained over eight years experience within the fashion industry since graduating from Nottingham Trent University with a First Class degree in Fashion Communication and Promotion.

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