Natsu Takasaki’s tennis gear in Baby Steps reflects her grounded, determined approach to the sport. Her primary training outfit pairs a crisp white sleeveless top with an active pink pleated skirt, creating a bright silhouette that relies entirely on real-world athletic tailoring rather than exaggerated fantasy costuming.
Because the entire design is rooted in functional sportswear, recreating it successfully depends on getting the proportions and athletic textures right. Sourcing garments designed for real movement gives the finished outfit an authentic court presence while remaining exceptionally comfortable to wear throughout an event.
Assembling the Core Tennis Kit
Her top features a clean, sleeveless athletic cut that leaves the shoulders open for full arm mobility. Selecting a White Sleeveless Blouse with a neat collar and structured placket mirrors the classic tennis polo styling seen in her training matches. Breathable poly-blend pique fabrics or lightweight athletic knits drape smoothly over the torso without bunching, maintaining the crisp lines she displays on court.
For the lower half, a vibrant Pink Tennis Skirt provides the outfit’s defining splash of color. The hem should sit around mid-thigh, featuring defined knife or box pleats that flare gently with each step. Modern tennis skirts almost universally include integrated spandex compression shorts underneath, which not only keeps the skirt sitting flat against your hips but also makes moving through crowded venue spaces completely worry-free.
Court Shoes and Footwear Setup
Natsu spends endless hours running baseline drills at the Southern Tennis Club, so her footwear needs to reflect genuine court functionality. A pair of Rosy Tennis Sneakers introduces soft pink accents that tie cleanly into the tone of the skirt while maintaining an authentic court-shoe profile. Low-top trainers with flat, stable soles and clean white bases fit the anime’s visual style much better than bulky modern running shoes with oversized foam heels. Simple white crew or ankle socks pulled snug complete the lower-leg presentation without drawing focus away from the shoes.
The Tennis Racket and Handling at Conventions
A full-sized Tennis Racket is the essential prop that immediately clarifies who you are portraying. You do not need an expensive tournament frame; an entry-level recreational racket or even a thrifted vintage frame works fine. If you want to add a subtle detail that tennis players will appreciate, wrap the handle with fresh white or light-colored overgrip tape and let a neat band of finishing tape secure the top edge.
Managing a real racket over several hours of walking requires a little common sense. Most conventions classify tennis rackets as standard sports props, but carrying an uncovered frame by hand all day quickly becomes tiring. Keeping a lightweight single-racket shoulder case slung across your back gives you an easy way to holster the prop whenever you need both hands for food, shopping, or badges.
Wig Styling and Finishing Touches
Natsu’s hair is cut into an energetic, honey-blonde bob with soft layers and piecey bangs that graze her eyebrows. When preparing a synthetic wig, use thinning shears around the nape and perimeter to keep the silhouette light and feathered rather than thick and helmet-like. A quick mist of flexible-hold hairspray worked through the ends with your fingertips will keep the tousled, wind-blown texture intact throughout the day. Adding a simple terrycloth wristband on your playing wrist rounds out the active athlete appearance cleanly.
