Golf Shirts That Top Everyone’s Holiday Wish List

Antigua Long-Sleeve Polo

Sun protection may be the last thing on your mind this time of year, but it should be one of the first things you consider when planning a winter golf trip to sunnier climes. Antigua’s new Exceed long-sleeve polos for men and women are the perfect accompaniment. With a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) rating of 50, the Exceed’s light, comfortable fabric blocks 98% of the sun’s UV radiation, allowing just 1/50^th of the bad stuff falling on the surface of the garment to pass through to your winter-pale skin. 

And Exceed long-sleeve polos are a lot more comfortable than you think, even in warm weather. The polyester micro-flat pique features Antigua’s Desert Dry Xtra-Lite D2XL moisture management, which means the fabric won’t stick to your skin. They’re cut perfectly for full freedom of movement, too—something you don’t often find in a long-sleeve golf shirt.

Men’s styles have a three-button placket, flat knit collar, and open cuff. Women’s have a three-button Y-neck placket and the same collar and cuff. Both come in a range of popular solid colors. $50.

Bette & Court Tops

Bette & Court is a performance lifestyle brand that bridges the gap between active and everyday apparel. It’s not only functional, but practical and multisport—as well as fashionable.  With more women playing golf (and all sports) the company has introduced more refined shades. The hues of Blue Jay and Sky Blue are mixed with neutrals, for understated but long-lived style. $60.

Carnoustie Polo

Carnoustie Performance Polos fall into three distinct collections, the Classic, Resort and Desert, each with its own unique color scheme. The Classic collection features red, white, and blue, making it perfect for the 2016 Ryder Cup year. The Resort collection comes in black, white, yellow and a shade of daiquiri green whereas the Desert collection focuses on orchid purple and citrus orange. All feature Micro Poly fabric with Spandex, moisture wicking, anti-microbial treatment, and UV protection. $98.

Sport Haley

It’s not always just about golf, although Sport Haley’s premier lines are right at home on resort links just as they are on a cruise ship’s deck. This year’s collections are highlighted by Parrot Cay, a group of resort and cruise apparel expressing tropical chic that’s festive and fun to wear for any occasion. The Swarovski detailing adds a bit of shine, too. $88.