United News of Bangladesh

Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka once again grabbed attention for her fashion as she appeared in a striking outfit at the French Open on Tuesday. Osaka entered Court Suzanne-Lenglen wearing a stylish black skirt and a sleeveless beaded top, which she later removed to reveal a glittering gold dress for her opening match. After the match, Osaka said the outfit was inspired by the sparkling lights of the Eiffel Tower at night. “It’s very couture. When the Eiffel Tower shines at night, it kind of looks like this. I feel like I look a bit like that,” she said. She started the match in a layered look, including a structured top designed like armor and a long pleated skirt. After taking them off, she played in the gold dress and defeated Germany’s Laura Siegemund 6-3, 7-6 (3). Osaka said the gold playing dress was designed by Nike, while the outer outfit was created by Swiss designer Kevin Germanier. The four-time Grand Slam winner has become known for her bold fashion choices. Earlier this year at the Australian Open, she wore a wide hat, a veil and carried a parasol. At last year’s US Open, she styled her look with sparkling red roses in her hair and even brought a matching accessory. She also recently made headlines with a standout appearance at the Met Gala in New York. Speaking about balancing fashion and performance, Osaka said she has grown used to making dramatic entrances before matches. She believes athletes are also entertainers, and Grand Slam events give her a chance to express that side. However, she admitted she was slightly concerned that the dress might reflect too much sunlight during the match, joking that she worried the umpire might ask her to change. She said she kept backup outfits ready just in case. Elsewhere at the tournament, world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka also drew attention by wearing diamond necklaces during her match. Osaka said she enjoys expressing herself through fashion, adding that since she does not speak much, her clothes help her communicate her personality.