There are a handful of things that mark the beginning of spring in the golf world, but perhaps none is more impactful and recognizable than the first major of the year in Augusta, Georgia. And for an event that is steeped in tradition, it’s no surprise that it has become a yearly must for most major golf brands to do their own themed line based around the tournament, usually including the colors green, yellow and/or azalea pink, for obvious reasons.
And this year is no different, with everything from shoes and bags to shirts and hats getting the Augusta treatment. So here’s a look at some of the most eye-catching and spring-inducing items we’ve seen, starting where you should with any good outfit: the shoes.
It All Starts With the Shoes…
Let’s jump right into it with the Jumpman himself. Nike’s latest version of the Air Jordan 1 Low in white, pine green and light smoke grey are not only inspired by one of the most iconic sneakers of all time, the Air Jordan 1 G, they’re also inspired by one of the most iconic golf tournaments of all time. All that aside, with the green providing accents and the grey and white doing most of the work, these are among the coolest Air Jordan 1 Lows we’ve seen.
Another fun foot option with a green jacket state of mind is G/FORE and its ‘24 Tourney Capsule collection. Using the company’s standard mix of modern designs, youthful energy and traditional golf, highlights include the MG4+ shoe with a gecko green camo to fit the theme, the G.112 shoe with gecko green accents throughout, and the Gallivan2r TPU saddle shoe with some green on the bottom.
Thankfully G/FORE didn’t forget about your head for golf’s first shot at glory in 2024, with the Occupy Greens Stretch Twill snapback hat, featuring a green silicone “OCCUPY GREENS” patch. Of course you can always go ahead and match your glove and even your putter cover to the rest of it as well. Tis the season!
Mastering the rest of the look
Once your feet are feeling the Augusta National flow, a good next step could be the Criquet Azalea Collection. This is an exclusive drop for FairwayStyles using Criquet’s Sport Performance Shirt with an embroidered Azalea on the left chest pocket, similar to last year’s. The shirt will come in several traditional colors including navy, white, Augusta green and watermelon (pink), along with the ’86, which is a yellow color and a nod to Jack Nicklaus’ 1986 win.
And after turning heads last year with his play and his wardrobe, Viktor Hovland is hoping to do the same once again with J. Lindeberg’s second drop of this year’s Tour Collection. Inspired by Augusta National’s 13th hole called “Azalea,” the shirts show azaleas that are more pronounced and photorealistic than last year, and should succeed at both paying tribute to the course and helping its players stand out… or blend in.
Put It In the Bag!
Finishing off your Augusta-inspired look in style is easy: do it with your golf bag. Luckily, Sunday Golf has a themed bag for the occasion – an exclusive to FairwayStyles and World Wide Golf – after taking the super popular Loma Bag and making it white, green and yellow with pink azalea print pockets and dividers. It’s still the under-two-pound, ultra-lightweight golf bag with a built-in stand and insulated drink pouch, but now it’s built espcially for a golfing – and fashion – master!