Sports such as women’s tennis have been trying to marry sheer practicality with a need for a more modern uniform, to mixed success. However, when it comes to golf apparel, super fashion-forward promotions are not necessarily in the cards for two reasons. First, because of the aforementioned goal of a long-lived item, “classic” must remain the watchword. And secondly, “Most golf courses still require a collared polo or mock neckline to be worn by their guests to play their course,” said DeGeare. Veering too far off the beaten path isn’t advisable, yet there are still ways to maintain a contemporary look. DeGeare noted design extras such as sueded fabric, accent piping and mesh inserts as fashionable new additions to Whispering Pines Sportswear’s 2009 line. Also, she and Waterman both confirmed that a broad range of colors is always welcome, as well as easy-care construction (no-iron, stain-resistant, etc.).