All pickleball players have their own style and look when it comes to pickleball apparel. Pickleball is both a highly competitive sport and an easy to learn, fun athletic activity where you know a perfect day is one you get to play the game you love.

Women's Pickleball Apparel

Tops

Pickleball is a sport that requires much less running than tennis but it still requires movement like side to side and even back to front kitchen charging. As a result, if you wear moisture wicking polyester fabric the comfort factor will be high.

Sleeve length is a personal choice in pickleball apparel but most will wear a short sleeve indoors and out especially if it is warm. You might find it handy to keep long sleeve sweat shirts in your bag to pull on if there are breaks in between pickleball games.

In hot conditions, going sleeveless is a common style in pickleball apparel that helps to address the desire to cool off. This style is just another option you are free to use or ignore if it is not for you..

 Women's Shorts

In competitive, tournament play, shorts are the standard. With soft, stretchy fabric often with a name brand endorsement, the style of choice emphasizes comfort and ease of movement on the pickleball court.

In more casual games, pickleball apparel will vary. Some players prefer shorts but others prefer long sweat pants which are great for staying warm.

The key here is to make a selection with the right size and fit. Plus size ladies will find plenty of available items that let them play and be comfortable.

Socks

Socks serve an important role in pickleball apparel. By absorbing perspiration, it will help keep your shoes as dry as possible so your feet don't slide around inside. They also will keep your shoes from accumulating that not too pleasant odor and save some wear and tear.

Men's Pickleball Clothes

Shirts

It seems like men always want to add yet another great shirt to their collection even if they have a few favorites that they love to wear all the time. There really is no exclusive style in shirts, but a selection of a moisture wicking fabric is always a sign of a shirt of the sort that will work for pickleball.

If playing outdoors in chilly weather, long sleeves are certainly ok and having sweats available to pull over your head while waiting for your next game makes sense. They will save you from needing to repeatedly warm up.

Shorts

While you are free to wear long pants, especially in cooler conditions, shorts are certainly the items of choice for men. On account of the ability to move around quickly and easily, this is close to the exclusive standard for pickleball apparel for men.

Socks

Socks are a low price item that deserve more attention from players. They will save your shoes from that nasty smell that can accumulate over time. Good ones can help minimize blisters too.

Pickleball Shoes

Specialized pickleball shoes are becoming increasingly popular for both men and women. Covering the entire court will win points and a good pair of shoes made for pickleball will save you from slipping and falling.

Some pickleball apparel is more about style than substance but buying quality footwear should be right behind finding the right paddle in order of importance. A sign of quality footwear is excellent lateral support to address the need to go side to side on the court. 

Solid Color or Print?

One of the great things about pickleball is that you are free to make this type of decision without worrying about what other players think. If your wardrobe is the type where black is the dominant color, well then, buy more black. If you want to wear a print - go for it!

Price of Pickleball Apparel

The price of quality clothing is worth the investment. A cheap price may be a sign the clothing is not well made or will not hold up in the washer and dryer.

However, it does make sense to shop for featured sales especially on the best known brand names. Pickleball is for everybody so finding quality apparel on sale is a real bonus to tell your friends about.

Just Starting Pickleball?

If this is the year for you to enter a pickleball group, the most important items are paddles, balls and footwear but having appropriate apparel is important too. This is especially true if you will join a club. As you join, be sure to check on any rules regarding footwear, apparel, paddles and even the mundane details like when the club doors open for the day and when the club will close.

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