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#757 From Red Tailcoats to Smart Textiles: 5 Ways Golf Apparel Changed Forever
Golf apparel has evolved from heavy wool and restrictive formalwear into lightweight, high-performance clothing. Its history reflects changing social attitudes, advances in textile engineering, and the growing importance of comfort and movement.
1. When Appearance Mattered More Than Performance
In the 18th and 19th centuries, golfers on Scottish links wore tailcoats, knee breeches, stockings, and formal hats. Women often played in long skirts, petticoats, and fitted bodices.
These clothes reflected everyday fashion and social status, but heavy fabrics and restrictive cuts made swinging…
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