The catwalk came to Centre Court today, as Maria Sharapova, Serena Williams and Roger Federer dusted off their tennis best and unveiled a brand new image for the 2009 Grand Slam.
Russian Sharapova led the way, entering the court for her match against Ukranian qualifier Viktoriya Kutuzova wearing an all-white majorette outfit.
The 22-year-old world number 60 sported a high-necked jacket with gold buckle belt, which she unbuttoned to whistles to reveal a full-skirted mini dress.
Military must have been the buzzword of the season among the tennis elite, as Switzerland's Roger Federer also brought his own brand of utility chic to the tournament.
The five-times Wimbledon champion wore a white combat jacket bearing a gold RF crest, trimmed with multiple pockets and gold Nike swoosh.
With his gold-panelled leather bag, it was all very hip hop, a look more associated with the likes of P Diddy than this serious Swiss smasher.
Nonetheless, Federer's new look seemed to please the crowd, who roared as he appeared.
Giving the crowd a wave and a smile, he unzipped his jacket to a chorus of cheers and catcalls, earning himself yet more whistles of approval for his gold trimmed polo shirt and shorts.
'It's kind of a little bit more modern - a bit more military this time, but obviously staying true to Wimbledon with the white colors,' Federer said of his new look. 'I hope people like it.'
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