Jennifer Lopez drew significant online attention for her choice of headwear at the Wimbledon men's singles final on Sunday, with her large Ralph Lauren hat sparking debate over the tournament's dress code.
Lopez was a notable attendee in the prestigious Royal Box at the All England Club, watching Jannik Sinner's victory over Alexander Zverev. While many celebrities were present, Lopez's floppy hat, described as nearly 17 inches wide, drew particular commentary.
The Royal Box adheres to a formal dress code, which advises female guests against wearing large or wide-brimmed hats that could obstruct the view of other spectators. While hats are permitted for sun protection, they are expected to be removed during matches if they cause a nuisance, according to Wimbledon's entry conditions.
As the day progressed and the sun receded, Lopez was observed removing her hat. The width of her accessory was noted to be comparable to the Venus Rosewater Dish, the trophy awarded to the women's singles champion, which measures 18.75 inches in diameter.
Social media users reacted to Lopez's hat, with some criticizing it as "obnoxious" and others comparing it to a "crumpled lunch bag." The discussion also brought to mind a similar outfit choice from the previous day, when Catherine, Princess of Wales, also wore a wide-brimmed hat to the women's singles final. As the royal patron of the All England Club, Princess Kate presented the women's championship trophy on Saturday and the men's trophy on Sunday.