Did you know that it’s almost been close to a century since golfers started wearing polo shirts? The short-sleeved knitted marvels became the standard for golfers back in the early 1940s. They go together like Scooby & Shaggy.
But why?
Simple. Polo shirts effortlessly nail that sweet spot between comfort and class, making them the MVPs of golf apparel. Let’s tee off on why this particular garment still remains a hole-in-one for golf clubs, communities, and associations looking to up their merch game.
Swinging in Style
Picture this: You’re lining up a putt on the 18th hole. The sun’s beating down, sweat trickling, but you’re cool as a cucumber. You can thank your polo for that. We now have polo shirts that wick moisture really fast and keep the players dry and focused while looking sharp and elegant.
Peak Versatility
Polo shirts are just plain versatile. They can be dressed up or down, and can easily transition from the course to the clubhouse. Get them customized with a club logo and they instantly make great uniforms for the club staff. Get them customized for a player, and a statement is made. The garment’s versatility works wonders even in corporate environments now.
Merchandising Potential
Yet another testament to the polo shirt’s versatility is their merchandising potential particularly among the golf community. They have grown popular enough to ooze golf club swag with even the tiniest of decorations. Members love owning a polo when they are out on the green. Another kicker is that polos are equal opportunity flatterers. Got members shaped like drivers, putters, and everything in between? Modern polo designs come in all the right fits. Oversized polo shirts are all the rage now for the younger demographic. There’s a polo for every body type. You could say polos are seen as a piece of the club now. Like a wearable VIP pass.
Killer Customizability
No one’s going to notice that cool cap you’re wearing when golfing if you’re wearing a suave, embroidered polo. Apart from being a great choice for embroidering a club crests, polos also go well with stylish prints and even patterns. Color-block polo shirts are trending in many golf communities now.
The customization options are plentiful.
Color Variety
Polos come in a surprising variety of shades. It’s really easy now to nab a polo that perfectly matches a club’s signature color. With their wide color options, any player can stand out on any course.
Functional & Supportive
There are polo shirts built specifically for golfers. Today’s golf polos are made of high-tech fabrics with a variety of features like anti-odor technology, UV protection, stretchability, sweat-wicking and more. And these don’t come as expensive as they used to.
SOURCING POLO SHIRTS FOR YOUR CLUB: TOP BRANDS
Not all polos are the same. Some brands deliver the best of them. For clubs, buying customized polo shirts retail will demand a heavy investment. If you want quality uniform polo shirts, the first step is to find a wholesale supplier that offers a lot of options. Then comes the shortlisting. There are quite a lot of brands that offer polos golfers will just love.
Performance-focused polo shirts from Sport-Tek are a great example. Sport-Tek polos are pretty durable and come at incredibly reasonable prices. Then there are mid-range polos that are borderline premium, offered by brands like Port Authority and CornerStone. But if budget isn’t a problem, you can go for the absolute peak in quality, comfort and reliability with brands like Nike Golf, Under Armour, TravisMathew, and Mercer + Mettle. The tricky part is to find a supplier that offers the best per-piece pricing on bulk purchases. This way, the club can spend less and save more.
If green is on the course and in the heart, clubs can go for eco-friendly polo brands as well. Polos made of recycled materials or brands known for sustainable manufacturing practices are in demand.
Wrap Up
And with that, we conclude the ultimate lowdown on why polo shirts are your ace in the hole for club gear. They’re versatile, stylish, and just perfectly captures the vibe of golf. Polo-up your golf game with the right picks for merchandising and uniforming. That’s how you stay ahead of the game.