French fashion house A.P.C. is making a grand slam entrance into tennis wear with their latest collaboration. Interaction 27 pairs A.P.C.’s minimalist aesthetic with ASICS’ performance technology in a collection that arrives just in time for the European Tennis Tour.
A Historic Collaboration on the Courts
This partnership marks a significant milestone as ASICS’ first-ever head-to-toe tennis collaboration. The collection delivers both on-court performance pieces and off-court lifestyle items that blend technical innovation with A.P.C.’s understated elegance.
The 20-piece on-court collection embraces a crisp blue and white color palette that honors A.P.C.’s signature monochromatic approach. These designs channel 1970s preppy tennis style while maintaining the clean lines and refined details that A.P.C. devotees have come to expect.
Performance meets style in standout women’s pieces including a crew dress, sleeves top, and 2-in-1 short. For men, brand shirts and 7-inch sprinter shorts offer technical performance without sacrificing style. Each piece harnesses ASICS’ athletic expertise while maintaining the elevated simplicity that defines the A.P.C. brand.
Footwear receives special attention with tournament-ready editions of ASICS’ GEL-RESOLUTION™ X and SOLUTION SPEED™ FF 3 sneakers reimagined through A.P.C.’s design lens. Tennis caps, wristbands, and crew socks complete the on-court range, offering head-to-toe coordination for serious players.
Beyond the Baseline: The Off-Court Collection
The collaboration extends beyond performance wear with a comprehensive 30-piece off-court collection. Created under the direction of A.P.C.’s Creative Director Judith Touitou, these everyday pieces maintain the athletic inspiration while focusing on versatility and comfort.
The GEL-KAYANO™ 14 sneaker receives the A.P.C. treatment in this capsule, offering technical cushioning in a street-ready silhouette. Perhaps most covetable is the Tote Raquette, crafted from Japanese organic denim with a specialized front pocket designed specifically to accommodate a tennis racket—blending function with A.P.C.’s commitment to quality materials.
ATP Star endorsement
The collection gains athletic credibility with ASICS-sponsored players sporting the designs during the European tennis season. Look for ATP stars Alex de Minaur, Borna Coric, and Lorenzo Musetti alongside WTA talents Belinda Bencic, Harriet Dart, and Jasmine Paolini showcasing both the performance and lifestyle pieces on and off the court.
This thoughtful collaboration bridges the gap between performance sportswear and refined casual style—a space where both brands excel in their respective domains. While ASICS brings decades of technical expertise in creating equipment for serious athletes, A.P.C. contributes their meticulous attention to detail and commitment to understated luxury.
The Interaction 27 collection represents more than just fashionable tennis wear; it signals tennis fashion’s continued influence on mainstream style. By embracing the sport’s heritage through a 1970s preppy aesthetic while incorporating contemporary performance technology, A.P.C. and ASICS have created pieces that work seamlessly from match point to post-game socializing.
For tennis enthusiasts and fashion followers alike, this collaboration offers a refreshing take on athletic wear that doesn’t sacrifice function for style—proving that performance and aesthetics can indeed share the same court.
