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Pickleball, Sun, and Style

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Sunset in Boca Raton would peek through the palm trees, casting golden shadows onto the pickleball courts. This was around the time you’d find Mimi picking up a paddle. Pickleball had become a big part of her life. She loved everything about it: the satisfying “thwack” sound when you hit the ball, the fast-paced rallies, and the community around the net. The high-fives. The post-game trash talking over iced coffee. Making instant friends over a tiebreaker. It was a lifestyle. A social club with a pickleball court at the center.

Except there was one thing missing.

Mimi would look down at her functional gear, then readjust her cheap sunglasses and compare them to the effortless, fly fits of the women playing pickleball around her. Something didn’t line up. Technical wear didn’t celebrate the game or movement the way she wanted it to. It certainly didn’t scream South Florida nightlife. Instead, it looked like something she’d wear to the gym.

She had a dream to create something that actually celebrated the sport. That dream is now a reality. It’s called Eleven Social Club.

Meet The Brand

Established by Mimi herself in Boca Raton, the club was designed with the athletic girl in mind. We recognize that being social isn’t limited to the time you spend on the court. The “Eleven” symbolizes that extra push. We’re talking about that player who runs that extra mile or that group of girls who always have your back. “Social Club” defines our passion for community and coming together as a movement of girls who enjoy being active and spending time with their friends.

IWSC was built on the concept that your lifestyle shouldn’t be limited to one type of activity. You go from meeting friends for coffee, to pumping iron in the gym, to playing a match. Why not dress for every occasion? Our collection was designed with this idea in mind. Each piece is designed to layer and pair effortlessly with the others. Our signature all-black and all-white garments allow you to pull off a clean, head-to-toe look. We believe in making your life easier and freeing you up to do what you love. Play with friends.

Meet The Newest Addition to The Everyday Athlete Line, The Isabella UPF 50+ Long Sleeve Pickleball Top

Isabella just so happened to be released in the softest, prettiest shade of Lilac. It’s classic but feels new and fresh. These beautiful colors paired with sun protection and insane athlete specs. It was made for pickleball.

Isabella is the long-sleeve solution for sun-damaged skin. You prep for hours in the sun by slathering on sunscreen. Halfway through a match, you forget to reapply. Or you forget that little spot on your shoulder, and suddenly you notice a bright red burn. Not with Isabella. Say hello to UPF 50+ protection.

It’s made with the lightest-performing fabric. The material feels like you’re not even wearing a long-sleeve shirt. It’s 85% Nylon, 15% Spandex. This blend moves so well with your body, and it is designed to perform well. Its moisture-wicking technology will keep you cool and dry as you battle it out on the courts. It’s also quick-dry, so if you forget to reapply sunscreen after your match, you won’t be wearing a soggy, wet shirt on the ride home. Literally created for pickleball players.

Every detail of Isabella was carefully thought out. You will love the mock neck for extra sun protection and a modern feel. It fits true to size. The model is 5’11 wearing a small, and it skims your body comfortably. It stretches with your movement and returns to its original form. Speaking of details, you can choose from:

  • Vintage Gray
  • Ivy Crest Green
  • Stormcloud Heather
  • Teal Pulse

The “Eleven” Icon is placed on the chest of Isabella. A small detail to remind you of the family behind the brand when you’re wearing it. You may be wondering why “United by play” is placed down the sleeve; it is because every time you grab your paddle to serve, you’re reminded that you are all connected. You are all out there playing the sport you love. Connecting with one another through pickleball.

The Bella High-Waisted Performance Skirt: Style That Moves

A skirt often makes the difference when dressing for pickleball, yet the Bella High-Waisted Performance Skirt slips into your routine as if it never left. Matched with the Isabella top, things click. No fuss, no extra steps needed. Comfort settles in thanks to its fit, holding steady through every match on court. While most ride up or pinch, this one stays where it should, leaving you free to reach, pivot, and swing. Distractions fade, and movement takes over.

Comfort shapes every detail, showing up in how the material drapes without trying. Part of the lineup, found in their primary store with recent releases. Not stiff or tight, instead it flows easily as temperatures rise. Moisture gets drawn off your skin, keeping you steady through extended play. Lightness defines the weave, working quietly whether you move fast or slow.

Something quiet matters more than it seems. Hidden shorts sit beneath, offering comfort without fuss while adding cover when needed. Pockets work like they should, no guessing, no struggle. A couple of pickleballs fit inside as well, leaving hands empty and attention sharp. The game stays front and center, not where to stash things.

Fresh lilac shades lift the Bella skirt into something special. Quiet confidence lives in its lines, never loud yet impossible to ignore. This one fits just right within a wardrobe that values calm presence over noise. Eleven Social Club nails subtle design, turning simple shapes into favorites that are often worn. Reach for it regularly because it simply works every time.

A Community Growing Together

Success shows up not only in sleek designs but also in who wears them proudly. Nowhere is that clearer than at elite spots across South Florida. The brand keeps turning heads where status matters most. Players now step onto courts at Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club clad head to toe in its lineup. That moment arrived when the women of the Dink Master League took the court fully decked out. Not long after, the men’s squad at Boca Bridges followed suit. Uniforms lined up, tones matching exactly, forming clean visual lines on match day. Style blends into cohesion each time teams move as one. This quiet power reflects what Mimi aimed to build from the start.

Beyond the baseline, the name appears where you might not expect. Some shops that care about taste now stock Eleven Social Club pieces on their shelves. Step inside the pro shop at Dixson Pickleball Club or slip into Lotus Edge to touch the gear yourself. Then again, Matchset waits carefully, packed with finds for players who want more than just equipment. Seeing it there? Like stumbling on a quiet truth few know. Proof that how people live around pickleball is shifting, one thoughtful detail at a time.

What Comes Next for the Club?

As sunlight stretches into the evening, the game finds its rhythm. Summer arrives without fanfare but full of motion. Fresh designs emerge, built around ease and how clothes feel together, not just how they look. Instead of only tight fits, looser shapes appear. Tanks ready for heat-heavy hours, tops that move like air. Shorts enter the mix, made for those who like freedom in their stride. Socks follow close behind, subtle pieces holding everything steady. Each item connects, not because it has to, but because it works. The whole collection moves like one long breath under sunlit courts.

One fresh item at a time slips right into what you already wear. This quiet strength defines how the club works. Try the Isabella top with old shorts from your drawer instead of buying more. A different path might be to wear it with the Bella skirt, same shade; the whole mood shifts. With every added style, options multiply, slowly shaping outfits only you would put together.

More Than a Brand

The brand begins right there, in joy. That moment a woman holds a paddle, just once, sparks something unseen before. A shared game turns into a deep connection, slowly building trust between partners. Time stretches when they play, sunlight lingers, focus narrows to one shot after another, then dissolves into easy laughs.

Starting with sunlit courts, confidence grows where protection meets ease. Smoothies wait afterward, yet style never shifts. What works at match point also fits the sidewalk. Mimi stepped into a space most ignore, linking how we play with how we move beyond it. Her name now sits quietly in every seam, like chalk dust on a fresh line.

Maybe you’ve played for years. Or maybe today’s your first time holding a paddle. Either way, picture yourself stepping into the shade when the heat climbs. Imagine clothes made to move as you do. People start talking and laughing between rallies. Outfits catch eyes without trying hard. There’s weight in belonging somewhere real. Lines on the court stay crisp under bright skies. When games wrap up, things keep unfolding. Moments stretch beyond scores. The gear keeps working even after victory shakes hands.

Head over to Eleven Social Club on the web if you are looking for a fresh outfit and want to join the group. The Isabella top is available now, while the rest of the lineup will be available when the site gets its update. Sunny weather ahead, matches worth watching, and people who care. These things bring everyone together without trying too hard.

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