Whether you're not sure what to wear to Wimbledon or want some style inspiration for elegant summer outfits in general, Zara Tindall's outfit from the 2024 championships is one that's worth reminding yourself about. She styled the ME+EM Shadow Berry maxi dress with a woven clutch and wedges to create a sophisticated ensemble that didn't feel too formal for the daytime.
The frock was covered with the most delicate botanical print, featuring green watercolour-esque leaves and tiny pink and yellow blooms that brightened up the white base fabric. If you're going to wear a patterned design, I'd advise going for something mostly neutral like this as it balances everything out and makes accessorising a lot simpler.
Recreate Zara's Wimbledon Outfit
This ME+EM maxi dress is crafted from a soft linen and viscose-blend fabric and not only is it breathable, but it has a crease-resistant finish which is always a bonus. The bodice is framed by short voluminous sleeves, and the zip neckline means you can adjust it easily.
Affordable and breezy, this dress has a midi-length skirt and flowy short sleeves. The intricate pattern of flowers, leaves and birds is beautiful and there's ruching on the waist and on the wrap-over neckline. Pair with wedges or sandals for the perfect Zara-esque outfit.
The Hobbs Florentina dress has a flattering fit-and-flare shape that accentuates the waist and there are practical pockets too. The subtle lace trims and puffed sleeves add a feminine flair and the blush pink flowers and green leaves in the print add a pop of colour without being too bold.
You can get this ultra affordable bag in various different colours and this muted green is gorgeous if you want to recreate a look like Zara's. It comes with a detachable longer strap so you can wear it as a clutch or crossbody. Made from woven straw it'll add a summery touch to any outfit.
The Zahra sunglasses by SOEK have a delicate vintage frame and are designed with an oversized 70s inspired silhouette. The classic champagne tone makes them simple to style and they're a brighter alternative to the always-popular black and brown shades.
Is there any shoe more summery than an espadrille? This pair comes in a variety of different shades and has a crossover strap on the toe that will frame your pedicure perfectly. The buckled strap around the ankle keeps them secure and they have a comfy platform too.
The subtle colour contrast in Zara's dress meant it had an understated feel and the silhouette was incredibly timeless. The fitted bodice accentuated the waist, the skirt fell to just above her ankles and puffed sleeves brought a feminine flourish.
Maxi dresses can sometimes look a little too much for daytime events but Zara Tindall knows the design details to look out for to avoid this. Her dress had an A-line skirt shape which meant it was more streamlined and didn't risk going into gown territory.
The material also helped increase the versatility of this ME+EM summer dress. It wasn't super heavy or lightweight and didn't have a sheen in the same way as silk and satin or the volume of tulle, which can easily make a dress look far more evening-appropriate.
Personally, I'd advise opting for cotton or linen frocks (or options with a blend including them) which are super breathable to wear in the heat. The royal didn't need to worry about this quite so much in July 2024 and draped a white blazer over her shoulders.
She wore white open-toe wedges by YSL and carried a green Anya Hindmarch woven leather bag. Both colours coordinated with her dress and added a sense of cohesion, even though they didn't match each other.
Zara's shoes and bag were a wonderful choice and were more relaxed than a structured top handle bag and heels would've been. Wedges also offer a level of stability that you often don't get from stilettos and whether you're enjoying a day at the tennis, or a family BBQ or outing, you don't want to risk getting stuck in grass or being uncomfortable.
Neutral framed Zahra sunglasses by SOEK completed Zara Tindall's Wimbledon outfit and were a nice contemporary touch in an otherwise very classic look. This was the last time that she and Mike went to the championships, having given the London-based tournament a miss in 2025.
Perhaps this is one of the reasons that this look particularly stands out to me but it's also just incredibly chic and easy to replicate. After all, you can't really go wrong with a floral dress, espadrilles and a woven bag - and you can adjust the combination to suit your own signature style.
