‘Queen’ Serena to wow US Open

– After turning heads in Paris with her black catsuit, Serena Williams is out to wow the US Open in her brand new “Queen” collection for Nike, designed by American stylist Virgil Abloh, the sportswear giant said this week.

Abloh – artist, architect, friend of Kanye West and artistic director of Louis Vuitton – created two dresses for the court, one for the day in white and one for evening in black.

It is said to be inspired by the six-time US Open singles champion’s love of ballet.

They feature breathability in a dance-inspired skirt evoking a tutu and a bodice cut out that looks like a ballerina’s; it looks completely off the shoulder but is a visual trick – while still giving support and motion on both sides.

Abloh said: “I was trying to embody her spirit and bring something compelling and fresh to tennis.” –