Francisco Tennis Short
A court short that revives the compact, graphic tennis language behind ellesse’s 1970s and 1980s image.
Story & heritage
The Racket Club page and men’s tennis section position the Francisco Short inside ellesse’s tennis offering, a sport the brand has been associated with since its early years.
Independent brand-history sources also point to ellesse tennis shorts as archive staples worn by leading 1970s and 1980s players.
Materials & craft
Official details list a 7-inch short in 80GSM woven four-way stretch made from 90% polyester and 10% elastane.
A lightweight woven body lets the short keep a performance role while the navy colourway stays close to retro tennis styling.
How to choose & style
Style it with a white polo and visor for a direct court look, or use it as a summer short with a sweatshirt and trainers.
Navy is the archive-safe choice; printed Racket Club versions make the short more playful.
