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Naomi Osaka arrived at Roland Garros on May 27, 2026, making an immediate impression with a striking entrance look before her opening-round match. She initially appeared in a black corset-and-skirt ensemble, which she later swapped for a sequined gold Nike dress to compete on the clay courts.
The gold outfit, described by observers as shimmering under the Paris sun, drew widespread attention as an eye-catching fashion statement at the French Open. Some reports characterized the ensemble as a custom Kevin Germanier-designed black gown layered over the Nike tennis dress, creating a unique visual effect that stood out against the backdrop of the tournament.
Osaka's performance on the court matched the boldness of her attire. She defeated Germany's Laura Siegemund with a score of 6-3, 7-6(3) to advance to the second round. Following the victory, the tennis star addressed the media about her distinctive choice of clothing, linking its sparkle to a famous Parisian landmark.
What is confirmed
- Reported The outfit was described as a custom Kevin Germanier-designed black gown layered over a Nike tennis dress.[3]
- Reported The gold dress was described as sequined and shimmering under the Paris sun.[1][3]
- Reported The outfit drew widespread attention and was characterized as an eye-catching fashion statement at the French Open.[1][2][5]
Timeline
- — Naomi Osaka arrived at Roland Garros in a black corset-and-skirt entrance look before revealing a sequined gold Nike dress for her opening-round match at the French Open.
- — Osaka defeated Germany’s Laura Siegemund 6-3, 7-6(3) in her French Open opener, advancing to the second round.
- — In a post-match interview, Osaka said the gold outfit was inspired by the Eiffel Tower at night when it is sparkling.
Direct quotes
"I look like the Eiffel Tower at night"
— Naomi Osaka, 2026-05-27
