Thankfully, golf just isn’t what it used to be; while it remains true that a round of golf may never be as action-packed as, say, a UFC match, it’s definitely no longer a dowdy sport for old-timers. Along with a younger, hipper generation of golfers has come the gear to match. Both traditional sportswear labels, as well as newer designer lines are racing to create fashion-forward golf apparel that raises the style stakes of the game beyond the pastel-colored polo shirts and argyle sweaters of yesteryear.
Today’s golf lines provide a wide choice of functional yet sleek and sophisticated garments that let you put together unique looks both on and off the course, so you’ll stand fashionably apart from cookie-cutter club members who haven’t clued in yet to the fashionable makeover the sport has received. For our picks of fashion-forward golf attire for men, read on.
J. Lindeberg Wesley argyle sweater
Yes, it may have started life as an argyle sweater, but once the clever designers at J. Lindeberg got through giving it a 21st-century spin, golf’s cozy standby is now far from staid and stuffy. A skillful blend of soft merino wool and a classic V-neck with an asymmetrical, graphic design are what make this sweater a thoroughly modern take on one of golf’s staples. Of course, everyone needs a knit sweater for cooler days or early morning rounds and this playful piece is your best choice for the season.
Tommy Hilfiger Cristobal Performance Pique polo
Ice-cream colors like minty green and bubble-gum pink are the hues most commonly associated with country clubs. Buck this tradition by opting for a fresh take on the polo with one of Tommy Hilfiger’s offerings for the season. This piece combines a dark black background with bright white contrasting cuffs, collar and front panel for an effect that’s considerably more dramatic than that achieved with your average golf shirt. The slim-fit cut of this versatile piece will also show off your physique, so you’ll look spectacular whether you’re chilling at a golf club or a nightclub.
William Hunt S2AW polo
If there’s one label you need to know when it comes to contemporary golf apparel, William Hunt is it. With the aim of revolutionizing the way golf enthusiasts dress, William Hunt’s GolfSexy line for 2008 is influenced by uber-smooth icons like James Bond, and the result is pieces that are pleasing to the eyes and sensual to the touch. This brown waffle-checked shirt is made from incredibly soft cotton, and Hunt’s Savile Row tailoring ensures it will fit you to a tee. All in all, this is definitely a shirt you’ll find yourself wearing for more than just a round of golf. Oh, and don’t be put off by the label’s association with Savile Row -- considering their versatility, the clothes are surprisingly affordable.
Lacoste cap
Lacoste is a label that is pretty much synonymous with a highly active, sports-loving lifestyle, and while the brand may predominantly evoke images of tennis or sailing, younger golfers have come to appreciate the brand’s light shirts and fun sweaters. Many of the company’s accessories also wouldn’t look out of place on the golf course. This cap from the spring/summer collection will keep the sun out of your eyes and your head from getting scorched, but its light gray color and zingy orange stripe are in keeping with the season’s color trends so you’re noggin will be fashionably covered.
Peak Performance Dave pants
Once upon a time, two Swedish guys out for a day of skiing realized the lack of options for sports lovers when it came to fashion. From there, Peak Performance was born. These check pants from the label’s golf range have the look of a pair of well-tailored, classic-fitting dress pants, but the subtle plaid pattern makes them seriously funky. FYI: Don’t be afraid to mix patterned bottoms with a patterned top -- just make sure everything is in the same color family.Ralph Lauren green’s shorts
Ralph Lauren has a knack for creating sporty basics that
make their wearers appear effortlessly stylish. Take these shorts, for instance. While they’ll certainly do the job when it comes to keeping you cool on hot days on the course, you could just as easily wear them while running errands in the city or for hanging out at the beach, and they’ll work with pretty much everything in your wardrobe. This year, they’re also available in a luminous blue, making it easy to try out the season’s trend for bright blocks of color without seeming like a fashion victim.
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