Fashion Update: Après Golf
What to put on after the round is over? Whether you’re headed to the 19th hole, shopping or a relaxed dinner, we’ve got your style

By Dana Lauren Berry  

You’ve heard the term après skiwear, referring to outfits worn after a day of skiing. This same concept translates well to golf. There are many great looks to swap out after you play 18 holes, clothing that will keep you cool, comfortable and, most of all, stylish.  Many of today’s designers have come out with new spa/yoga/lifestyle lines that offer pieces perfect to wear après golf.

Lija
LIJA’s Spring 2010 Active and Tennis collection features an array of versatile pieces showcasing premium fabrics, dynamic styling and a unique color palette. This women’s collection incorporates long and lean silhouettes, tiers, ruffles, pleats and gathers in a wide range of garments perfect for the fashion-minded golfer. Designed to mix and match, the tops and bottoms are available in shades of slate, lace, aqua, optic and onyx.  Emphasizing comfort and movement, the line’s tank tops, t-shirts, dresses, jackets, capris, shorts and skorts are made from luxurious, lightweight fabrics.  Favorite pieces include the Fluid Destiny Pullover, $80, a long-sleeve layering top with a buttery soft feel and a modified hood and cowl neck; the Verve Jubilant Jacket, $120, a mid-weight jacket perfect to wear with layers and with great feminine styling; and the Verve Jaunt Capri, $90, with the same silky feel and a chic and urban look. lijastyle.com

Three Tees Golf
Malibu, Calif.-based Three Tees Golf has a dress that works for golf but is even better before or after golf. It’s perfect to wear around town, to a picnic or out to lunch. The sassy A-line golf dress, $45, comes in blue, green, orange, purple, white, black or grey. The v-neck with three buttons and a feminine, tailored short sleeve hits above the knee. It also looks great over leggings for a cooler weather look. The buttonless, three-quarter sleeve polo shirt, $35, is another must-have.  The flattering neckline and cozy pima cotton ensure this will be one of your favorite shirts. threeteesgolf.com
Girl Loungewear
The name of this line says it all. Girl Loungewear is just that, made only from fine fabrics with an ultra-soft feel and feminine, comfy fit. The lounge pant, $58, is something you will want to wear all of the time. Made from 100-percent cotton pre-shrunk French terry, the pant is garment dyed with a special wash that gives it a buttery feel. The hoodie, $68, features the same soft French terry. Both are available in 11 colors, from basic black and white to bolder aqua, melon or light pink. girlloungewear.com

BornFit
BornFit is a line of active wear intended for moms, with a tagline of “apparel to fit your active mom life.” Although great for moms, the clothes obviously work for non-moms, too. The Elyse Jacket, $88, in Tuscan Teal is a great piece for women on the go. Functional for golf due to moisture wicking, it’s made of super-soft brushed polyester/spandex and is wrinkle resistant, comfy and versatile.  The collar can be worn up or down, there are two hand pockets on each side and a fashionable asymmetrical zipper.  The jacket works for golf, but would also look great with jeans or capris. The new Fore Mom Golf Outfit Kit, $144, includes an Elyse Jacket in either Tuscan Teal or Black, and a golf Oxford skort with pockets that can hold golf balls and tees, along with a water bottle. It’s all packaged in a cute drawstring bag. The company also offers a line of maternity golf and fitness apparel. bornfit.com

Sun Mountain
Innovative golf line Sun Mountain has a new waterproof clothing line called Rainflex, and many of its pieces are as ideal for off the course as on it. The men’s HD Jacket, $220, comes in stylish colors of walnut, navy or black. It has numerous waterproofing features and a special RainShield fabric protector to repel water. The full-zip jacket, $195, is a lighter-weight version with the same water-repellent features. The men’s Thermal Flex shirt, $80, has a half-zip neck and stand-up collar, a chest pocket and a fashionable look in colors such as graphite, ocean and bone. For women, the slim-cut Alpine Vest has a removable faux-fur collar, zippered hand pockets, a tightly-woven windproof fabric and many other technical features that make it high performing yet with a trendy, sharp look perfect for après golf. sunmountain.com

Quagmire Golf
Canadian-based Quagmire’s retro-infused array of polos, sweaters, shorts, pants and outerwear for men are available in a variety of bold shades with cut-and-sew detailing throughout the line. They work for golf but are meant to be lifestyle pieces. Polos are crafted from Quagmire’s exclusive, environmentally friendly “Gud ‘N Dri” fabric, and are available in several textures including pique, interlock and a cotton. The 2010 collection also includes a new “Recycled Honeycomb” 100-percent polyester cloth. The 19th Hole Jacket, $89, in grey, white or black, is a great piece that is versatile for on or off the greens. Another great men’s piece is the Beach shirt, $69, a short-sleeve plaid button-down with a slim fit. quagmiregolf.com

“You don’t have to be a serious golfer to wear Quagmire,” says co-founder Geoff Tait. “Our styles are fresh and playful and designed to fit our customer’s lifestyle. Whether it’s hanging out at the bar Friday night, golfing on Saturday or hitting the beach, Quagmire helps you look good and feel great in what you wear, wherever you are.”

And that describes après golfwear…to a tee.

Dana Lauren Berry is a staff writer with Desert Golf Magazine