Venus Williams's Top 8 Extreme Tennis Outfits

Venus Williams is known for both her prowess on the tennis court and her fearless, if somewhat questionable, game-time fashion sense. Here, some of her craziest tennis outfits.

By Koryn Kennedy

January 19, 2011 4:39 PM
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Down the Rabbit Hole

Venus debuted this colorful, criss-cross number at the 2011 Australian Open. She said the "Wonderland Dress" was inspired by Alice in Wonderland because of its element of surprise, as skin-baring styles are rarely seen on the court.
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Double Take

Williams struts the court with the kind of confidence that only a frilly red tennis negligee can inspire. Crushing her opponent may also have something to do with it.
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Latin Fever

For safety's sake, Williams reserves headgear for awards ceremonies only.
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Grand Slam Glam

Williams shows off her fashion chops on the court with this lacy tennis dress.
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Naked Ambition

Having established a penchant for flesh-colored undergarments, Williams has been drawing attention for more than her serve.
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Hit or Miss...

After the success of the little red number, Williams had another made in black — a couple of layers of crinoline have been known to amp up a girl's game.
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The Softer Side

Part Little Bo Peep, part tennis powerhouse.
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Girlie Girl

Sure, she's got more lean muscle mass than a high school football team. But that doesn't mean she's not into pink. Bonus points for the matching nail polish.
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