NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 01: (L-R) Roger Federer and Mirka Federer attend The 2023 Met Gala Celebrating “Karl Lagerfeld: A Line Of Beauty” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 01, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Cindy Ord/MG23/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)
Roger Federer’s recent attendance at the Met Gala has drawn much attention from fans worldwide. Many have complimented the former world number 1 and his wife. His outfit adorned the headlines of news outlets around the world. As the entire world adored the celebrity couple, the American tennis legend Chris Evert also jumped on the bandwagon and praised their choice of outfit.
Chris Evert is quite the fashion icon herself. The former WTA number 1 has worn several unique outfits during her heyday on the WTA Tour, which have made the news. However, her most significant contribution to the fashion world is a piece of accessory that came into being because of her.
Chris Evert praises Roger Federer and his wife for their stunning Met Gala appearance
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Although the Madrid Open is in full swing, it is Roger Federer, who acted as co-chair of the prestigious Met Gala, who is adorning the headlines. Federer’s outfit reveal had each attendee’s attention. He was trending even before he hit the red carpet with his wife. Many tennis legends also commended Federer’s choice of outfit.
The American tennis legend Chris Evert was one of the many who complimented the power couple. The Swiss Maestro shared a picture of him holding a glass of champagne in the tuxedo he wore for the Gala. He added the caption, “Let’s get the party started🥂“. Evert shared her comment on the post, “You and Mirka looked gorgeous!💪👍😉“.
However, the former ATP number 1 isn’t the only one who has made an impact on the fashion industry. Evert is certainly one of the pioneers in that aspect.
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Evert’s effort to bring back an iconic accessory
Chris Evert was one of the first players in tennis who inspired a new accessory. It is the tennis bracelet. In 1978, one of Evert’s matches was paused as her bracelet went flying off her hand. Jewelry designer Monica Rich Kosann was inspired by this event, and paid tribute to Evert’s iconic moment with a line of tennis bracelets.
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As per Evert, she wore a bracelet on her wrist to feel confident and empowered. She also added that it helped her bring a personal element to the game.
Can you name the other players who have made their name on the fashion industry? Let us know in the comments.