Golf Fashion

SUMMER FASHION

By ED TRAVIS

The old saying is, “If you can’t play good, you might as well look good” and summertime fashion offers lots of ways to do that…even if we do play well. With that in mind California Golf took a look at the newest products available that are ideal for hot weather golf while offering a bit of fashion, loads of style and performance for your game.

Duca Del Cosma Flyer Golf Shoe

Style, comfort and high performance are all part of the Duca Del Cosma Men’s Flyer golf shoe story. The nappa leather uppers are a distinctive navy color stylishly trimmed in the lighter shade kobalt. The memory foam cork cushioned insole is anti-bacterial and even in the rain the Aqua sock sealed bootie keeps feet dry while the Duca nub covered outsole ensures traction needed whether walking the course or swinging the club. $229

Olukai Ulele Men’s Beach Sandals

Everyone seems to be wearing sandals and Olukai is known for making ones with an eye pleasing Hawaiian look of quality construction and the Ulele is perfect on the way to the course or on the beach. Uppers are laser-cut synthetic straps with microfiber on the inside and a soft toe post while the midsole is made of compression molded EVA. Outsoles are especially made of wet-grip rubber with a lug design. Eight colors $75.

Bettinardi Custom Belt Buckle

Bettinardi putters are known around the world, but your summer wardrobe would not be complete without a custom Bettinardi belt buckle of your own design. Milled from a solid block of stainless steel just like their award-winning putters, the buckle is 1 ½” wide and may be paired with one of their genuine full grain leather belts for a unique individualized look. Order by calling (708) 802-7400. Buckle $250 belt $75.

Kaenon Silverwood Polarized Sunglasses

Kaenon creates their sunglasses in California and makes them in Italy producing top quality models. The Silverwood Polarized model is great for golf since they are light weight, just 27 grams, and have flexible frames with corrosion-resistant hinges holding the SR-91 Polarized lenses. The recessed nose pads are hypoallergenic. Two color choices are offered: Matte Black + Tortoise and Matte Tortoise each priced at $179.

G/Fore Maverick Hybrid Short

Made from a soft, lightweight moisture wicking fabric of 90% polyester and 10% Spandex with a choice of two colors Monument or Onyx, the Maverick Hybrid short may well be your favorite. The 4-way stretch gives freedom of movement anytime. Pockets are mesh lined and the rear pocket has a zip closure for valuables. Everyone will appreciate the distinctive tonal grosgrain details at the pockets, loops, and band. $145

Linksoul Boardwalker AC Short

A do-anything, go-anywhere short, the Boardwalker AC looks great and fits great with the textured fabric perforated to help the wearer keep cool in the higher summer temperatures. Boardwalker’s are made from 92% poly and 8% Spandex, so they wear and wash just the way you hope all your shorts would. Five colors from which to choose: black, gray, navy, true black and army. Each pair retails for $76.

Linksoul Aldo Crew Tee

Every guy wears tees and Linksoul’s Aldo Crew Tee will become an instant favorite. The fabric is something new, a hybrid that is a blend of 58% organic cotton and 42% recycled polyester, so it is both comfortable and moisture wicking. The shirt is slightly fitted giving a trim yet casual look for everyday wear. $50 with a choice of seven colors including Cashmere Sand, Slate, Black, White and Sandalwood.

Melin A-Game Mickelson Hydro Cap

Designed in collaboration with Phil Mickelson this cap is a must for Lefty’s fans and features his logo on the front. The crown’s outside has hydrophobic panels laser perforated on the side and rear for breathability and the inside has a moisture wicking front panels with a hidden pocket for money or keys. The sweat band is antimicrobial, and the visor has a hydrophobic exterior. Custom soft touch rear snapback. $69

Raen Myles Sunglasses

The classic look of quality sunglasses has been tweaked making the Myles from Raen a distinctive statement on and off the course. The lenses are bronze-tinted CR-39 from Carl Zeiss Vision with complete UVA/UVB protection, and the frames are constructed of eco-friendly thermoplastic M49 Bioplastic or zyl acetate with strong five-barrel hinges. Five frame colors from which to choose priced from $140.