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When Phil Mickelson strolled to the tee at this year’s Masters wearing white shoes and a matching belt, everyone was talking. Was it a new trend or a bad choice? Spectators, bloggers and commentators were eager to weigh in. The choice, it seemed, was unbecoming of a man his age and on this side of the pond. While not every player or course in the country subscribes to the same etiquette, experts in the golf fashion industry agree on what it takes to be a well-dressed player. Here are some of their suggestions for looking your best on the links.  • Get fitWhether it’s pants, shirts or shorts, ill-fitting clothes are unattractive and uncomfortable. “I believe the perfect fit is something only the individual can determine,” said Andrew Gilkison of Carlsbad’s PAHR Golf, which makes men’s and women’s apparel lines. “Some like a fitted look and some like a looser fit. Remember, though, that different styles of shirts are designed with a certain fit in mind and you should go along with the design intentions.” Women, too, should be conscious of fit. “If pants or shorts don’t ‘smile’ in the front, if skorts don’t kick in the back, if tops don’t gather in the armhole because of a poorly constructed sleeve, and if you feel good in what you’re wearing, then you have the perfect fit,” said designer Lulu Faddis of La Quinta-based Trigelle women’s golfwear. • Beware of trends John Daly is known for many things, with outlandish slacks being his latest statement. But common sense is recommended if standing out is your goal. Anna Ott of Bellasport women’s sportswear in Valencia advises pairing a colorful pant with a plain shirt, for example. Women, too, are often violators of this rule. Caps, belts and shirts encrusted with rhinestones may be all the rage with 20-year-olds, but keep it off the course. Or at least limit the glam on apparel. “Dress your age,” Ott said. “You can still be fashion-forward, but just tone down the loud colors and bling.” And in no case are short shorts acceptable. Most courses do not allow them and, in fact, many prefer that skirts, shorts and skorts be at least 4 inches above the knee. The same discretion goes for low-cut shirts, tops that show off your midriff and knitted or jersey fabrics that are too thin and reveal too much. “Be conscious of your body type and wear what complements your shape,” Faddis said. “Be wary of trends. Not all trends have to be followed.”  • Tone it downLoud prints also have no place on a golf course, Ott said. “More mature golfers who are young at heart like to wear Ed Hardy,” she said. “But a golf course is not a place to wear these clothes.” While you might think your style is cool, others may not. “Have respect for the game and the golfers around you,” Ott said. • Dump the cargo The debate over cargo pants may never be over, but for many, it’s a foregone conclusion. “They have no place on the golf course,” Ott said. “Cargo pants, especially the ones with ties around the calves, look sloppy.” ALSO SEE: Play it cool — golf fashion trends for the fall |
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I totally desagree with this article as mens fashions have become bland and boring to the point of total lack of individualism and way too conservative. I don't dress for others, nor should others be concerned with what I wear. We are here to play golf and self expression is up to the individual. In the times of look a like boring fashion I find it refreshing to be traditional and colourful right down to my multy coloured wingtips and I am glad to say that most people I see on the courses I play continue to ignore this movement towards the bland and boring fashions pushed on us by the likes of profit mongers that Ms Ott appears tobe. I have great respect for the game and miss the likes of Doug Saunders and Payne Stewart.
| Comment at 10/9/2009 |
I think its time we bring the class back to the course. The courses are becoming like Las Vegas, without respect and no guidelines. Im glad you like your multy coloured wingtips, Im sure they are a reflection of your game. You obviously have a statement to make and require "standing out" and haven't been to Ms. Ott's store.
| Comment at 10/13/2009 |
