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The 7 Best Golf Shirts for Men, According to Experts

By Emily Lemon

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Until recently, even the “best” golf shirts were anything but cool. Every clothing brand from Nike to Under Armour was focused entirely on performance, forgetting that club-carrying men wanted to not only feel cool but look cool too. Thankfully, the (tee) time has come for fashion-forward golfers with the likes of everyone from Bill Murray to Mark Wahlberg to Macklemore getting into the golf fashion game.

If you’re planning to hit the links this year, it might be time to upgrade your golf wardrobe. These days, you don’t have to be a pro golfer or spend a fortune to wear the latest, cutting-edge golf apparel. Ideally, you want something that’s lightweight, quick-drying (to wick away sweat and moisture), and comfortable to wear for a long afternoon on the course. A dash of stylish flair doesn’t hurt either. We’ve done the legwork for you and rounded up the seven best golf shirts for men to shop in 2022.

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Best Overall Golf Shirt

Men’s Tech Golf Polo

  • Soft, lightweight fabric
  • Breathable, quick-dry polyester wicks away sweat fast
  • Clean, simple design
  • Loose fit with a fuller cut
  • Great price
  • Not made from recycled polyester fibers

For a golf shirt that balances performance, fit, comfort, and price, we love Under Armour’s Tech Golf Polo. The all-polyester construction features a textured fabric that’s lightweight, soft, and breathable—everything we need in a good active polo. That same material also helps wick away moisture like a champ in even the hottest conditions. A three-button placket ensures a neat fit around the neck. Plus, it’s available in more colorways than any other polo on this list, so there’s no reason to own just one. All of which makes this tech polo our pick for this year’s best overall golf shirt.

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Most Streamlined Golf Shirt

AIRism Polo Shirt

  • Simple, versatile look on- and off-course
  • Relaxed fit for better comfort
  • Hem slits allow for wearing tucked or untucked
  • Flat knit collar
  • No-stitch arm holes
  • Great price
  • Fit is a little too relaxed for some
  • No recycled fabrics

Japan’s heritage UniQlo brand crafts some of the best golf apparel on the market. Its basic AIRism Polo Shirt is a perfect staple for any man’s golf wardrobe. The mostly cotton construction is cut with polyester and a dab of spandex to increase breathability and add stretch. Unlike more athletic-cut golf polos, this one features a regular fit that’s more relaxed and comfortable than most. Dual hem slits add versatility, allowing it to be worn tucked or untucked—your call. It’s a steal at around $30. Our only quibble is the lack of recycled fibers in Uniqlo’s manufacturing.

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Best Budget Golf Shirt

Regular-Fit Quick-Dry Golf Polo Shirt

  • Soft, lightweight fabric
  • Quick-wicking fibers help keep you dry
  • Wide variety of colors and patterns
  • Great price
  • Available in an eco-friendly recycled polyester version
  • Feels like a budget golf shirt

It seems there’s nothing Amazon doesn’t make these days. Like everything in the Amazon Essentials catalog, this Quick-Dry Golf Polo Shirt offers plenty of essential features at a great price (Seriously, it starts at less than $16!). The polyester fabric is soft, lightweight, and quick-wicking to keep you dry on the green. Plus, it delivers UPF 50 sun protection. It’s cut in a classic “Regular Fit” that’s looser than most, making it more comfortable for all-day wear. We also appreciate that it’s available in polyester or an eco-friendly recycled polyester for the same price.

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Best Premium Golf Shirt

The Heater Golf Polo

  • Quicker drying than most
  • Soft, 4-way stretch fabric is extremely comfortable
  • Handsome, versatile design works on- and off-course
  • Sustainably produced
  • Reasonably priced …
  • … but still pricier than most on this list

TravisMathew takes it back to basics with this deceptively simple golf top. The heathered look is decidedly understated with micro-feeder stripes for a versatile, broken-in look that works well on- and off-course. Built-in collar stays also help keep the shirt looking sharp even after a long afternoon hitting the links. Still, it’s packed with technical features, including soft, four-way stretch fabric that’s quick-wicking (to disappear sweat), extremely comfortable, and guarantees the right amount of give in any situation. Bonus points: As part of TravisMathew’s Eco Collection, it’s sustainably produced using a polyester blend made from recycled plastic bottles.

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Most Playful Golf Shirt

Custom Slim Bear Performance Polo Shirt

  • Unique, cheeky design
  • Snug, athletic fit (a con for some)
  • Soft, mostly cotton construction
  • Elastane adds stretch, durability, and extra moisture-wicking
  • Iconic brand name

Ralph Lauren’s Custom Slim Bear Performance Polo is a subtle nod to classic, golf apparel kitsch. In French Navy or stark White, the simple design is emblazoned with the brand’s iconic Polo Bear—“the world’s best-dressed bear ready to play golf.” That cheeky touch aside, this is a serious polo with serious performance features, including a slim, athletic fit designed to hug the biceps and the waist. Cotton with a touch of elastane combines for soft, all-day comfort that stretches right where you need it. Plus, even without a thread of polyester, it’s surprisingly moisture-wicking.

Best Retro-Inspired Golf Shirt

The Knit Pique Polo in Blue

  • Handsome, retro-modern aesthetic
  • Silky soft feel
  • ProDry Pique fabric is quick-drying and anti-microbial
  • Lightweight material is great in warm weather
  • Regular fit is looser and more comfortable

Everything old is new again. The Knit Pique Polo answers the question, “How would golf’s most iconic players from the 60s and 70s dress if they stepped on the links today?” It’s retro, yet modern with an ultra-soft, silky feel that’s nicer than most “ordinary” polos. A vintage shield logo and contrasting tipping throughout add an extra dash of style that sets this one apart. It’s made from proprietary ProDry Pique—a performance fabric that blends 90% polyester with 10% spandex. The result is a lightweight, quick-drying activewear polo that’s anti-microbial to boot. The only downside? It’s the priciest golf shirt on this list.

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Most Comfortable Golf Shirt

Vapor Logo-Appliquéd Checked Dri-FIT Golf Polo Shirt

  • Extremely lightweight Dri-FIT fabric
  • Quicker wicking than many other golf shirts
  • Subtly patterned fabric looks and feels premium
  • Tailored athletic fit
  • Stretchy in all the right places

Nike Golf knows a thing or two about dressing like a pro. The brand’s aptly named Vapor Logo-Appliquéd Checked Dri-FIT Golf Polo looks and feels every bit a premium shirt. It features a subtle, tone-on-tone check pattern that elevates it above most other golf shirts. The athletic fit is designed to feel tailored, with a bit of give for comfortable all-day wearability. We love the proprietary Dri-FIT fabric that’s extremely lightweight and moisture-wicking too. It’s priced right at $75 for a brand-name shirt that ticks all the essential boxes.

What to Look for in a Golf Shirt

The two most important aspects to note when shopping golf shirts are fit and fabric type. There’s no standardization between brands, so you may want to try before you buy (like with Amazon’s Prime Wardrobe). As a general rule, athletic fit shirts feel tailored and hug the body; regular fit typically means true to size and feels “fitted” but looser than their athletic alternatives; and relaxed fit shirts are the loosest fitting of all. For sheer performance, we recommend shopping athletic or regular fit shirts. Relaxed fit shirts, of course, will give you the easiest fit of all, but they tend to focus more on comfort over performance.

As with all activewear, fabric types vary greatly among golf shirts. Most use some form of polyester, since it’s soft, lightweight, and quick-wicking. Spandex or elastane are often added to increase stretchability and durability. Cotton is almost always more comfortable, but it won’t wick sweat or dry nearly as fast as synthetic fabrics. Another general rule: Wear polyester or synthetics in warm to hot weather, and save the cotton for when the temperature drops and you’re likely to sweat less.

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How We Selected

For this roundup, we thoroughly researched and compared dozens of the best golf shirts from some of the biggest apparel brands, including Nike, Ralph Lauren, Uniqlo, and more. We paid special attention to every facet of every shirt, including weight, durability, sustainability, softness, and, of course, price. The list above represents our field-tested picks of the seven best golf shirts for men to wear on the links in 2022.

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