The Beginners Guide To Golf Attire And Style
Willie Jones
Golf is a major sport all over the world and is not likely to go
away any time soon. It is often said to be the rich mans sport
because it is an expensive hobby or occupation. But that doesn't
mean anyone is excluded by any means.
If you want to learn this wonderful sport and meet people that
have the same interests as you then golf is a great sport to
take up. Like any other sport golf takes a lot of trial and
error but it is through the bad grips and swings and landing in
the dreaded sand pits or ponds that you develop your game.
At the same time that you are learning the game itself, it would
be wise to learn about golf attire and style. In any sport you
take up there is a distinctive style and code of dress. If you
take up horse back riding then cowboy boots and hats are the
order of the day. In English riding the code of dress is
completely different. If you take up tennis then the short white
skirts serve to maximize ones game.
Each code of dress is not just for style alone but serves a
practical service. In western riding the hat keeps the sun out
of your eyes. The English riding attire is designed for comfort
and ease of movement but has extra padding where the most
chaffing occurs. In tennis the short skirts allow for maximum
movement while white or light colored fabric deflects the sun
and keeps you cooler. So it is with golf as well.
The style and quality of fabrics for golf has changed over the
years. You rarely see the knickers and the colorful knee length
socks any more. But who knows, at some future date it may come
back in style. Old styles are often brought back to fashion.
The current golf attire is designed for the most part for warm
temperatures. For this reason a good golf shirt must keep
moisture and perspiration away from the skin while ate the same
time maximizing comfort and sanitary conditions. One is after
all outside for hours at a time.
You've seen golf shirts in stores but just because you see it in
the store does not mean that it is going to do you any good on
the golf course. A good golf shirt can be expensive but is worth
every penny. The less attention you have on your sweaty clothes,
the more attention you can put on your game and your golf
buddies.
When looking for a good golf shirt, look for 100% cotton. Not
all cotton is the same though. There is regular cotton and then
there is Pima cotton. Pima cotton is superior cotton. This yarn
is longer, stronger and much more durable then regular cotton.
The result is a softer, silkier and more durable fabric and is
absolutely perfect for golf shirts and pants. Look for Pima
cotton on the label of the garment before you buy.
Now that you have comfort covered you also want to look good on
the course. There are dress codes that should be respected
though. Jeans and spandex are generally a no no. As a general
guide line for men, you might want; golf or polo shirts,
tailored shirts, golf pants or Bermuda shorts. For women; golf
shirts or blouses, golf pants, golf skorts or shorts (not short
shorts), dress pants or dress shorts. There is no real color
preference but due to warm weather usually lighter colors are
worn to stay cooler. The opposite is true for golfing in cooler
weather. You'll want to wear dark colors to capture the suns
warmth.
Golf shoes are also very important. During a golf swing the
golfer's weight is being transferred from the upper body to the
lower body and at the same time weight is being transferred from
the right leg to the left. If the right ankle is not stabilized,
then your body can sway, you overcompensate, and the ball goes
awry. A good golf shoe should cushion your feet while giving
good support. The best place to go for golf shoes is not in a
department store, but a sports store, or a specialty golf shop.
They are more specialized and will be better able to help you in
this.
A really good pair of golf shoes (and gloves) can improve your
game. They also need to be comfortable for the long trek through
the course. And of course you want to look your best and quality
really shows. People will know you are not only serious about
the game but they'll know you are also willing to play the part
of a well dressed golfer. And believe it or not, people will not
only judge you by how you play the game but also by how you
look. We do this in all aspects of our lives, every day, judging
people by how they look.
So spend the extra money for the quality. You'll see that it is
well worth it in the long run.
Happy golfing!
About the author:
Willie Jones is a freelance writer, researcher, floral designer,
and artist, for Art Inspires, Inc. Make sure you enroll in the
free motivational poster drawing at http://www.artinspires.com
http://www.artinspires.com/display_motivational.asp?s=Golf
Golf is a major sport all over the world and is not likely to go
away any time soon. It is often said to be the rich mans sport
because it is an expensive hobby or occupation. But that doesn't
mean anyone is excluded by any means.
If you want to learn this wonderful sport and meet people that
have the same interests as you then golf is a great sport to
take up. Like any other sport golf takes a lot of trial and
error but it is through the bad grips and swings and landing in
the dreaded sand pits or ponds that you develop your game.
At the same time that you are learning the game itself, it would
be wise to learn about golf attire and style. In any sport you
take up there is a distinctive style and code of dress. If you
take up horse back riding then cowboy boots and hats are the
order of the day. In English riding the code of dress is
completely different. If you take up tennis then the short white
skirts serve to maximize ones game.
Each code of dress is not just for style alone but serves a
practical service. In western riding the hat keeps the sun out
of your eyes. The English riding attire is designed for comfort
and ease of movement but has extra padding where the most
chaffing occurs. In tennis the short skirts allow for maximum
movement while white or light colored fabric deflects the sun
and keeps you cooler. So it is with golf as well.
The style and quality of fabrics for golf has changed over the
years. You rarely see the knickers and the colorful knee length
socks any more. But who knows, at some future date it may come
back in style. Old styles are often brought back to fashion.
The current golf attire is designed for the most part for warm
temperatures. For this reason a good golf shirt must keep
moisture and perspiration away from the skin while ate the same
time maximizing comfort and sanitary conditions. One is after
all outside for hours at a time.
You've seen golf shirts in stores but just because you see it in
the store does not mean that it is going to do you any good on
the golf course. A good golf shirt can be expensive but is worth
every penny. The less attention you have on your sweaty clothes,
the more attention you can put on your game and your golf
buddies.
When looking for a good golf shirt, look for 100% cotton. Not
all cotton is the same though. There is regular cotton and then
there is Pima cotton. Pima cotton is superior cotton. This yarn
is longer, stronger and much more durable then regular cotton.
The result is a softer, silkier and more durable fabric and is
absolutely perfect for golf shirts and pants. Look for Pima
cotton on the label of the garment before you buy.
Now that you have comfort covered you also want to look good on
the course. There are dress codes that should be respected
though. Jeans and spandex are generally a no no. As a general
guide line for men, you might want; golf or polo shirts,
tailored shirts, golf pants or Bermuda shorts. For women; golf
shirts or blouses, golf pants, golf skorts or shorts (not short
shorts), dress pants or dress shorts. There is no real color
preference but due to warm weather usually lighter colors are
worn to stay cooler. The opposite is true for golfing in cooler
weather. You'll want to wear dark colors to capture the suns
warmth.
Golf shoes are also very important. During a golf swing the
golfer's weight is being transferred from the upper body to the
lower body and at the same time weight is being transferred from
the right leg to the left. If the right ankle is not stabilized,
then your body can sway, you overcompensate, and the ball goes
awry. A good golf shoe should cushion your feet while giving
good support. The best place to go for golf shoes is not in a
department store, but a sports store, or a specialty golf shop.
They are more specialized and will be better able to help you in
this.
A really good pair of golf shoes (and gloves) can improve your
game. They also need to be comfortable for the long trek through
the course. And of course you want to look your best and quality
really shows. People will know you are not only serious about
the game but they'll know you are also willing to play the part
of a well dressed golfer. And believe it or not, people will not
only judge you by how you play the game but also by how you
look. We do this in all aspects of our lives, every day, judging
people by how they look.
So spend the extra money for the quality. You'll see that it is
well worth it in the long run.
Happy golfing!
About the author:
Willie Jones is a freelance writer, researcher, floral designer,
and artist, for Art Inspires, Inc. Make sure you enroll in the
free motivational poster drawing at http://www.artinspires.com
http://www.artinspires.com/display_motivational.asp?s=Golf
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