Indian Pickleball Fashion Trend: Pickleball in India is seeing a fresh wave of excitement as new fashion lines dedicated to the sport hit the market. Several Indian brands are now offering stylish clothing and gear designed just for pickleball. This comes as more players and celebrities join the craze across the country.
Pickleball is growing fast, mixing tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. According to the All India Pickleball Association, the number of registered players jumped from about 10,000 in 2021 to nearly 60,000 by the end of 2024. Courts are now common in offices, parks, and clubs, especially in cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru.
A Sport That’s Also a Style Statement
Famous names like Alia Bhatt, Aamir Khan, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh, Sharvari Wagh, Shilpa Shetty, Ranbir Kapoor, and Aryan Khan have all been seen playing pickleball. This rise in popularity has inspired designers to create clothing that blends sport with style.
Khushi Dalmia, who started playing pickleball recently, shared her thoughts. “Earlier, it was just about the game and having fun trying a new sport. There was no dedicated fashion line for it, like say tennis, which has its tenniscore. That’s changing now with emerging designers on the scene. It’s no longer just the sport that’s turning heads—it’s the fashion.”
Pranav Bimbhat, Co-Founder of FirstEdge Sports, agreed. “You know what they say, ‘When you look good, you feel good.’ And with pickleball being such a social sport, that couldn’t be truer. I play often, and it’s been so fun to see how the vibe on court has shifted not just about the game anymore, but also about personal style. Players are really leaning into fashion, and the best part is, that style totally works off the court too.”
He added, “People are matching their accessories to their racquets, twinning with their playing partners, and showing up with bright wristbands, cool caps, even customised paddle bags. It’s such a fun way to add a little colour and personality to your game. For women especially, skorts, dresses, and colourful co-ord sets have seamlessly become a part of the game.”
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Designers Step Up
Riddhi Chheda, Founder of NOYO, explained her vision. “As the pickleball craze sweeps the nation, so does the need for a wardrobe that matches your game—stylish, functional, and ready for anything. People want to level up their aesthetic, so we created activewear that blends high-performance fabrics with a sleek, urban aesthetic.”
She described her collection. “The Pickle Baller Signature T-Shirt takes away drab athletic wear, a practical pickleball bag that will help players be more organised with their gear, a customisable racket that will serve your looks and your performance and pickleball caps.”
Fabrics and Design Trends
Stuti Dhanuka, Founder of Terra Luna, spoke about material choices. “The best materials for pickleball wear would either be the technical quick dry kind of sporting apparel or super breathable cotton-based fabrics. Another factor which is very important is that the garments should be lightweight, so as to allow maximum freedom of movement. Khadi, for example, is the most breathable and lightweight of all fabrics. Which is why, our entire new collection is inspired by pickleball while using khadi.”
She explained which styles work best. “Well, it’s apt to have silhouettes that marry style, practicality, and comfort. Short sleeve boxy tees, which are roomy and slightly cropped can be worn on and off the court, plus fashion-forward athleisure cuts for short which are sporty and stylish enough to allow movement and comfort both.”
She also shared what’s trending now. “This season, matching sets are still very popular. Varsity colours and concepts are again very trending and suited to pickleball clothing,” said Stuti Dhanuka.
The fast rise of pickleball, along with dedicated fashion lines, shows how sports culture in India is evolving. As more brands enter this space, players can expect even more options to match their style on and off the court.
News in Brief: Indian Pickleball Fashion Trend
Pickleball is booming in India, inspiring new fashion lines blending sporty looks with everyday style. Brands like NOYO and Terra Luna now offer pickleball-specific clothes and gear. With celebrity support and fast-growing player numbers, pickleball is set to be both a popular sport and a style trend.
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