A Weekend in the Desert: Ace The Moon at Advantage Fair

As we head into the busy Spring/Summer tennis season, the "tennis" look is stronger and more eclectic than ever.  The "all-whites" look is so 2025! We are seeing lots of great colors and fits for both on and off the courts. Here is a look at some of our faves!  1. Common Courtesy — Pastel Court Set 🔗 https://commoncourtesybrand.comA fresh LA-based label leaning into soft color palettes and feminine silhouettes. Their lightweight matching sets feel optimistic and understated—perfect for spring match play or an après-tennis coffee with besties. 2. Grand Slam Tennis — Advanced Beginner Tee 🔗 https://grandslam.laNot just a brand, but a cultural hub, Grand Slam is helping to redefine tennis fashion and culture.  Located on the east side of Los Angeles in the Los Feliz neighborhood, Grand Slam'  carries a mix of original and vintage tennis pieces—think ‘90s Agassi-era energy—are arguably the most authentic way to tap tennis style right now.  Their "Advanced Beginner" tee is our fave and brings lots of smiles.  3. Ace the Moon -Reversed Varsity Letter Tennis Tee  acethemoon.com I mean, we can't write a blog without including a couple of our own pieces, right? With graduations around the corner, we wanted to feature our Reversed Varsity Tennis tee.  We made these tees in a heather grey and green.  These guys came out super soft, are perfect under a button down for your nieces graduation.  You can find more info and purchase here. And shop all of our newest releases to discover more great fits for the summer. 4. Racquet Society —Vintage Tennis Vibes All the Way! 🔗 https://racquetsociety.comRacquet Society is a lifestyle brand, devoted to vintage tennis and the fashionably social lifestyle it exudes on and off the court. Our pick: We love their rotating collection of vintage Sergio Tachini polos!   5. Laurel Canyon Tennis Club — 1972 Tennis Active Dress 🔗 https://laurelcanyontennisclub.comPsychedelic prints meet classic tennis silhouettes. Complete with built-in bra and extra-stretchy shorts with pockets, our 1972 Active Dress impresses on and off the court. Inspired by Chris Evert’s 1972 Wimbledon look, we illustrated a new 70s-inspired rainbow print, complete with special details, printed it on our signature 88% recycled performance fabric and paired it with rare deadstock fabric finds in three colorways for the ultimate vintage tenniscore look. Ethically made in Los Angeles. Designed, printed and sewn in Los Angeles, California Sustainable, small-batch local production Rainbow floral striped print illustrated in-house and printed in LA on moisture-wicking luxury activewear fabric made with 88% Recycled Poly (made from recycled water bottles) and 12% Spandex  Black stretch fabric made in France with special honeycomb texture and quick-drying functionality Built-in bra includes removable cushioned bra inserts for support and shape Built-in black shorts have extra stretch and two pockets for phone and tennis ball Designed for a mini length _____________________________________________________________________________ 6. Ace the Moon- Buttery Soft Sunset Hoodie acethemoon.com We made a small batch of these hoodies, using some extra soft buttery fleece:) They are built with raglan cut shoulders, giving them a more athletic look and feel.  They are perfect for a brisk warmup and cool down sesh, hanging with your tennis besties. You can find more info and purchase here. _____________________________________________________________________________ 7. Driveway Paradise — Pickup Shorts 🔗 https://drivewayparadise.com Performance meets streetwear. Their retro-inspired shorts use plant-based fabrics and relaxed fits—ideal for multi-sport days that start with tennis, though may end up on the basketball courts or driving some clubs down the fairway with your golf bro's. 8. Outside Lines — Teal Rip-Stop Tennis Shorts outsidelinestennis.com A nod to late-90s/early-2000s tennis, reworked into modern fits. Great example of how heritage references are shaping the current wave. These shorts are light weight and a nice fit for on and off the courts.  Final Word Tennis fashion in 2026 isn’t about uniforms—it’s about identity. The most compelling looks come from smaller brands rethinking what tennis style can be: expressive, versatile, and rooted in culture. Los Angeles is at the center of it—but the movement is global. And it’s just getting started.

Hi Tennis Friends! We are finally coming up for some air after a very busy few weeks. Ace The Moon took part in Advantage Fair, the Big Little Tennis Fair in Palm Springs on March 7th and 8th, in conjunction with all the great tennis action down the road at the BNP Paribas Indian Wells Tournament. A New Kind of Tennis Gathering Advantage, Advantage! This was a first of its kind, bringing together like-kind, independent brands, vintage curators, and community-driven experiences at the intersection of play, culture, and everyday tennis life. We met and got to know some awesome people in our tennis world. The Brands Shaping What’s Next We stood alongside a group of independent, emerging tennis brands shaping the future of the game — including Grand Slam, Common Courtesy, Laurel Canyon Tennis Club, Racquet Society, Outside Lines. It was a sign that tennis culture is evolving, and that a new wave of brands (including Ace the Moon) are helping define what comes next. Meeting the Community We met players, creators, and fellow tennis lovers from all over — people who care about style, story, and the spirit of the game as much as we do. It was really cool seeing people wear our gear, both at the event and at Indian Wells/BNP. What It Meant to Us Being there meant a lot to us. Because if you’re reading this, you’re part of how we got there. So whether you’ve been with us since day one or just joined recently — thank you for being part of Ace The Moon. We’re just getting started. See you on and off the court,— Ace The Moon

Being in the tennis industry for a few years now, I've met some pretty awesome tennis people.  I've found that tennis stringers are an entirely different breed unto themselves.  Strings and a good stringer are just about everything, especially as you get older and start dealing with wrist or elbow issues.  A good stringer can act like a therapist for your on-court woes, and can offer you key advice on what strings to use, what tension to string them your rackets and beyond.  I wanted to share a unique list with you... with a mix of the major shops as well as the more mom-and-pop stringers you wouldn't normally know about.  Here's my go-to guide to the best stringing shops across L.A. 1. The Tennis Garage: (Mar Vista) Why it stands out: Local Business – Operated out of his garage in beautiful Mar Vista, owner Paul Cochrane knows tennis! .  Paul is an awesome stringer and is very knowledgable on what strings and tensions you should be using based on your hitting style, frames and ailments.  Same‑day while‑you‑wait service Tennis-focused gear: Partnership demos (e.g. Wilson, Head, Babolat, Yonex). Customer love: Hanging with Paul!  He even has fruit trees growing in the yard, so grab an orange while you wait  ____________________________________________________________ 2.The Racket Doctor (Atwater Village) Why it stands out: Legacy & expertise – Serving SoCal since 1970, this is L.A.’s premier stringing shop Same‑day while‑you‑wait service by certified stringers. Tennis-focused gear: Partnership demos (e.g. Wilson, Head, Babolat, Yonex). Customer love: called “LA’s #1 OG expert pro shop” with killer selection Why it matters for Ace The Moon readers:A trusted choice for reliability, pro-level tuning, and access to premium gear — ideal for performance-focused players. 2. The Tennis Ace (Studio City) Why it stands out: Family-owned since 1996, led by ex-pro Bruce Man‑Son‑Hing  Rapid service with a personal touch. Full-service rackets, regripping, and apparel from popular brands Great for Studio City locals seeking quality and convenience. 3. Santa Monica Tennis Center (Santa Monica) Why it stands out: Full-service pro shop with custom-built stringing and same‑day turnaround santamonicatenniscenter.com. Uses HEAD 3‑in‑1 machine: measures weight, balance, swing‑weight—perfect for fine tuning. Competitive prices  Ideal for Ace The Moon readers:Offers quick, precise service near the beach — perfect when playing a few sets at Palisades Park or Clover Park. 4. Jem Strings (Alhambra) Why it stands out   Tips for Choosing the Right Stringing Experience Want pro-level precision? Go with Racket Doctor or Santa Monica — their gear and certified techs are top-tier. Looking for speed and ease? Tennis Ace offers friendly regional access, while A1 Stringing saves you a trip altogether. Special requests? Always ask about string types available (poly, natural gut, hybrid) and any diagnostics (swing‑weight/balance). Closing Thoughts In L.A.’s sprawling landscape, there’s no one-size-fits-all for racket stringing. Whether you prefer traditional shops with pro stringers, quick-turnaround local favorites, or the convenience of a mobile tech at your court, these top options have you covered. Keep your game sharp — and your racket sharper.