The Open Championship has always served as a golf fashion runway for the second half of the year. While the leaderboard told one story, the fairways of Royal Birkdale offered an early look at the trends that will shape golf style through the rest of the season and well into the fall. Relaxed tailoring continued to gain traction, heritage footwear had another defining moment, and rich seasonal colors started elbowing the summer palette out of the way. From trendy trousers to the latest footwear collab and a brand delivering one of the strongest apparel weeks of the year, here are the biggest fashion stories from the week at the Open Championship.
FootJoy & Harris Tweed Create Another Legend
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For the sixth straight year, FootJoy and Harris Tweed have teamed up to create a pair of limited-edition Premiere Series shoes for the Open, and this year’s Packard model might be my favorite yet. Inspired by the traditions, textures, and storied links of the UK’s Golf Coast, it taps directly into the quiet luxury movement with authentic Harris Tweed wool handwoven in Scotland’s Outer Hebrides. The navy herringbone upper feels more Savile Row than sportwear, while the gold lace tips, eyelets, and spikes add just enough richness without distracting from the classic saddle design.
This collaboration tells its story through texture instead of oversized logos, and it paired perfectly with the sea of navy, grey, and beige trousers seen throughout the week.
Cam’s & JT’s Limited Edition Kicks
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While Keith Mitchell laced up FootJoy’s newest Harris Tweed collaboration, Cameron Young and Justin Thomas gave another coveted limited edition release plenty of airtime. Their croc-embossed Premiere Series came from FootJoy’s collaboration with New York fashion label Aimé Leon Dore.
More than a great-looking shoe, the collaboration reflects golf’s growing influence within the broader menswear world. Aimé Leon Dore elevated a timeless FootJoy silhouette with premium materials and refined detailing while staying true to the game’s heritage. It’s another sign that fashion labels see golf as culturally relevant. Traditional wingtips are replacing sneaker-inspired designs, and heritage styling has become the most desirable direction in golf footwear.
Adidas Shows Out
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On the apparel side, Adidas was the standout brand of the week. Its athletes showcased the depth of the latest collection with a wide range of colors, silhouettes, and styling. While much of the field blended into Royal Birkdale’s wispy fescue, Adidas’ pinks, maroons, purples, and blues brought energy to every round.
Collin Morikawa delivered my favorite look in a pink blossom print polo paired with maroon trousers that hinted at fall without giving up those summer vibes. Ludvig Åberg mixed classic stripes with colorful geometric prints to add depth, while Rasmus Højgaard leaned into the relaxed tailoring movement with a sharp pair of single-pleat trousers.
Jason Day and Malbon Keep It Classic
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Jason Day and Malbon have built a reputation for bringing bold statement looks to major championships. While Day broke out a camo wind jacket and shorts set during practice rounds, he took a more restrained approach once competition began, and I was all in. As much as I enjoy seeing Malbon push the boundaries, I still think Day looks his best in these updated takes on ‘80s Tour style. Chest-pocket polos, straight-leg pants, and high-crown visors feel fresh while remaining wearable for all golfers.
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Daydrifting
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During the slim-fit, athleisure era, Lululemon’s ABC pants became the blueprint for technical trousers. Now that more relaxed fits have arrived on the course, the brand’s new Daydrift Pant has unexpectedly become one of the most influential pieces in modern golf fashion.
Apparel free agent Tommy Fleetwood was one of the first Tour players to embrace the Daydrift, building most of his wardrobe around it. Lululemon ambassadors Min Woo Lee and Max Homa followed suit at Royal Birkdale. Together, they’re proving that relaxed pants, when tailored correctly, look polished whether you’re headed to the office, grabbing a pint after a round, or teeing it up in a major championship.
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What I like about the Daydrift is that it doesn’t look like a traditional golf pant. The straighter leg, higher rise, and fuller drape are pulled from today’s menswear conversation rather than a golf website. It projects confidence, sophistication, and a sharp eye for style without sacrificing the technical performance expected on the course.
Your Fall Color Palette
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Every Open Championship offers an early preview of the colors we’ll be wearing this fall. Vibrant pink remains one of the season’s biggest trends, and nearly every apparel brand has its own version. It carries the energy of summer while feeling rich enough to transition into cooler weather.
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As temperatures begin to drop, expect greens ranging from dusty sage to deep forest to take over. They’ll pair effortlessly with navy, black, and neutrals. Burgundy and maroon, especially in trousers, will continue gaining momentum, while brown is finally getting the attention it deserves and looks especially strong alongside off-white.
Viktor & J.Lindeberg Turn Back the Clock
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J.Lindeberg is celebrating its 30th anniversary by revisiting the designs that helped reshape golf fashion at the turn of the century. During the opening round, Viktor Hovland reached into the archives with a modern take on one of the brand’s signature looks. The oversized Bridge logo across the back of the polo, paired with track-striped trousers and the Bridger belt, brought back memories of Jesper Parnevik changing the way golfers dressed more than two decades ago.
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The Drippiest Caddie
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With his ZZ Top beard and bucket hat, Lucas Herbert’s caddie Nick Pugh is already one of the most recognizable loopers in golf. This week, though, it was his sneaker rotation that had sneakerheads on social media buzzing. On Friday, Pugh wore the Union x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 High OG Sport Royal. On Saturday, he switched into the Varsity Red Sport Royal colorway. It’s the kind of rotation that tells you that Pugh knows ball when it comes to sneakers and isn’t afraid to flex on the biggest stages.
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