FIT FOR THE COURSE

She further pointed to FootJoy apparel as being one of the leading clothing lines for golf. “I think trends in golf apparel are ... new materials, textures and fibers to help [regulate] body temperature and dryness,” she said.

THE DRY TRUTH

Speaking of dryness, by now, everyone should know high-tech fabrics are what’s driving golf apparel. In fact, Dennis Rhodes, corporate and promotional sales manager at Pro Am Golf, St. Louis, said all the new trends focus on “lightweight, moisture-wicking fabrics” as what are keeping players comfortable on the course. “[These fabrics] also give UV protection, as well as [have] anti-microbial features woven into the garment,” he explained.