The tennis bracelet gained it’s namesake from an accident that occurred during the 1987 U.S. Open. Pro tennis champ Chris Evert was wearing a gorgeous diamond bracelet which accidentally broke during the game (imagine that). The match was interrupted to allow Evert to recover her tumbling diamonds. Thus it became known as the tennis bracelet!

Though it is still worn by tennis stars like Serena Williams during matches, the tennis bracelet is a favorite accessory by many a woman—athletic or otherwise. It’s simple enough to wear for almost any occasion with almost any outfit, but classy enough to solely accessorize a gown on the red carpet.

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