Presently, Aryna Sabalenka may be known for her partnership with Nike, but her latest accessory has everyone buzzing about another luxury brand—Cartier. During her US Open 2024 semi-final match in September 2024, Sabalenka sported a pair of stunning Cartier earrings that have gone viral. Those $11,400 earrings were the statement piece no one saw coming.
Aryna Sabalenka playing US Open Quarterfinal, Sept 2024
Cartier @Cartier ‘Étincelle de Cartier’ brilliant-cut diamond stud and jacket earrings in 18k white gold ($11400)
: Jamie Squire pic.twitter.com/Az0Pt8iEDu
— off-court outfit intrigue (@nontennisfits) September 4, 2024
Until then, Sabalenka was one of the few top athletes who wasn’t aligned with a high-end watch brand. It is possible that her connection to Cartier and that viral post could have played a role in Audemars Piguet, the Swiss luxury watch brand, signing her up after her US Open win.
Sabalenka gave Cartier a huge spotlight with her bold fashion choice. The earrings themselves remain a part of Cartier’s Juste un Clou collection, featuring the brand’s iconic nail design. Made with 18K white gold and encrusted with diamonds, these earrings are available across Cartier’s U.S. boutiques and online platforms.
The sleek design and high-end craftsmanship make them a favorite for anyone looking to combine elegance with a touch of edge, much like Sabalenka’s style on the court.
Sabalenka isn’t the first tennis star to wear Cartier. Players like Maria Sharapova and Jessica Pegula have been spotted wearing Cartier bracelets during major tournaments, adding even more glamor to the game. But with Sabalenka’s earrings having gone viral, she has put her own stamp on the brand’s visibility in the tennis world.
It is now unlikely that Sabalenka would sign an official, formal deal with Cartier since she endorses one of their competitors, AP. However, the likes of Sharapova and Pegula have managed to endorse a particular jewellery and watch brand and yet wear Cartier separately. So Sabalenka could follow their path, if she is really that big a Cartier fan and her deal would allow her to do so or not.
