Fashion is not straightforward and sometimes can be controversial, but if it grabs the world's attention, then maybe that's what it's all about. Friday's candidates definitely captured attention in Melbourne. These are the top styles from Day 5.

1

Serena Williams will not be winning her record-tying 24th major title in Melbourne, as she fell to Wang Qiang in the third round. She wore a black-spotted lavender Nike dress, which was met with mixed reactions.

Aussie Open day 5 
looks: Serena loses
in lavender

Aussie Open day 5 looks: Serena loses in lavender

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2

Alison Riske is into her first round of 16 appearance in Melbourne after defeating Julia Gorges 1-6, 7-6 (4), 6-2. The American rallied her way into the second week in a white Lotto dress with pastel green and royal blue trim.

Aussie Open day 5 
looks: Serena loses
in lavender

Aussie Open day 5 looks: Serena loses in lavender

3

Madison Keys couldn't grab the win against Maria Sakkari, but her colorful Nike dress was a clear winner in Melbourne. The NikeCourt dress is inspired by the colorful city of Melbourne, and many others are rocking it including Petra Kvitova.

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Aussie Open day 5 
looks: Serena loses
in lavender

Aussie Open day 5 looks: Serena loses in lavender