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The fashion verve of Venus Williams

STORY HIGHLIGHTS
  • Venus Williams: world-class tennis star and fashion maverick
  • Williams' provocative wardrobe selections look set to continue in 2011
  • Check out CNN's lowdown on their fashion statements down the years

(CNN) -- Venus Williams, renowned as a world-class tennis star, also has something of a reputation for her striking fashion sense. And if early signs are anything to go by, Williams' provocative wardrobe selections look set to continue in 2011.

Williams stunned the crowds on day three of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park, in her match against Sandra Zahlavova of the Czech Republic, with the colorful netted-ensemble detailed above.

The outfit proved no hindrance as Venus stormed to a 6-7 6-0 6-4 victory over her opponent, but it caused a stir among spectators and television audiences around the world.

It is not the first time one of the Williams sisters has worn a head-turning number on court, check out CNN's lowdown on their fashion statements down the years.