Lululemon Launches Tennis Collection
Lululemon is gearing up for its latest match.
The athletic apparel , accessories and footwear brand will soon enter the tennis game with a new men's and women's tennis collection.
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"The new spring '22 lineup brings Lululemon 's signature designs and technical performance to the tennis court, to make even the toughest shots feel effortless," the company said in a statement.
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The collection, which includes an assortment of apparel and accessories , launches online and in select stores in North America on March 29, with more pieces coming this summer. Technical features include four-way stretch, "feather-light" fabrics, advanced wicking and quick-dry materials.
The retailer has enlisted Canadian professional tennis player Leylah Fernandez as an ambassador to wear Lululemon pieces on the court this season.
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"When I'm on the tennis court, I don't want to think about anything that I'm wearing," Fernandez said. "I'm just there to play tennis, to have fun and to put on a show for the people. When I put on Lululemon, I feel confident and ready to take on any challenge that's in front of me."
The tennis collection comes just weeks after the Vancouver-based firm unveiled its inaugural assortment of footwear . Other recent creations include Lululemon bags made from mushrooms and Team Canada 's outfits at the recent Olympic Games.
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