Many of us must have played enough table tennis just for recreation and never bothered much about what we should wear for playing this game. Most people wear whatever suits them and feel comfortable playing this game. 

Are you aware of what should be the proper table tennis clothing to wear, while playing this popular game? Let us try to know in this post what the importance is, of wearing the right apparel while playing this game. 

Wearing the most suitable sportswear is always important as this can affect your performance and also the outcome of the game. Any good quality of clothing for table tennis can suit every season and if you are a serious player then it is essential to wear them.

What is the right outfit for table tennis?

Having established that we must wear proper apparel while playing this game, it is now important that we should know what will be the right outfit as per the official regulations.

Generally, wearing certain clothing that is neither too tight nor too loose is considered a proper outfit. Therefore, a pair of shorts and a proper shirt having short sleeves will be right for this game. 

As for footwear, often players are required to put on socks and shoes having soft soles. The right costume for the table tennis game will basically depend upon which environment the game is played.  

Consider the following points while selecting the shirts:

1. Weather

The climate in which the match is being played will generally decide the fabric quality and kind. Different types of material will be needed for different kinds of weather situations.

2. Time

For different hours of the day or night, different colors and types of cloth are desired. It will be a good idea to have some extra attire on hand for some other occasions.

3. Price

Before you buy your shirts, compare the cost and purchase the right one. Any branded outfit may be expensive, however, online retail stores will offer the same at lesser price.

4. Fabric

The fabric quality must change as per the weather. Preferably during hot summers, make sure that your material must be breathable.

5. Styling

During summers you may prefer a bit loose-fitting while during winters go for a tight-fitting type of shirt. 

A few other table tennis shirts that are commonly preferred for table tennis are the following:

1. JOOLA T-shirt

This shirt is made with fine cotton having a design with a certain eagle chest imprint, and flag imprinted on the sleeve (right), and a solid color on the back.

2. Butterfly T-shirt

This t-shirt is made of good quality fabric having short sleeves with contrasting colors and mesh fabric so that moisture can evaporate under the arms.

Select your shorts from the following varieties:

1. Butterfly Apego shorts

These shorts are made of Quick-Dry type of nylon that can keep you dry. It features fabric that can resist stains and any foul odors.

2. JOOLA shorts

Such shorts also include an elastic waistband and also a string to enable you to adjust the size as needed.