This Week in Golf Fashion: THE PLAYERS Edition

Spring has officially sprung on the PGA Tour, and with it comes the unofficial kickoff to golf’s fashion season. THE PLAYERS Championship didn’t just deliver drama on the leaderboard—it served a front-row seat to some of the freshest, most inspired fits we’ve seen all year.

From preppy pastels and yacht-club vibes to sick footwear drops and retro revivals, the best players in the world showed up and showed out at TPC Sawgrass. The heavy winter layers were shelved, the colors are brightening up, and the accessories are getting bolder. This wasn’t just about function—it was about flexing a little personality on the course.

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Billy Horschel (Ralph Lauren & FootJoy)

Best dressed of the week? It’s BillyHo. The man rolled into THE PLAYERS with the ultimate spring wardrobe. Preppy pinks, throwback sweater polos, crisp seersucker trousers, and a pair of FootJoys that had serious sauce. Billy gave us a much-needed jolt, shaking off winter’s gray funk and serving up a fresh, energetic take on spring style. A sartorial reminder: it’s time to bring the vibe back to life.

Keith Mitchell (Sid Mashburn & FootJoy)

For the dew sweepers out there, spring brings the unique challenge of dressing for cool mornings and warm days. Take a page out of Keith Mitchell’s style guide. Flat-front linen trousers—breezy but sharp—and a luxe cotton or cashmere layer up top. The kicker? A timeless pair of FootJoy Premiere Series Wilcox, built to handle dew-slick fairways and still look boardroom ready. A masterclass in balancing comfort and class.

Taylor Moore (B. Draddy & FootJoy)

For the fourth straight year, FootJoy streetwear fashion icon Jon Buscemi teamed up on a limited-edition don’t drop for The Players. After a few years of buttery white iterations of FJ’s Tarlow, Field, Wilcox, and Field LX models, Buscemi went outside the box this year with a rosé colorway of the Field LX.

In an Instagram post, Buscemi talked about his inspiration for his latest FootJoy shoe saying, “I’ve always been captivated by guys taking boats to play golf. Whether [it] is in NYC or Fishers, on lakes or in Palm Beach. The fourth installment of my @footjoy legacy captures this spirit. The color direction comes from past Players Champion, Jerry Pate. Dusty Pink and white with classic red and navy stripes. And of course the golf for the win.’

Rickie Fowler & J.J. Spaun (Puma Golf)

Spring also means Palm Tree Crew is back in the mix with Puma Golf, and this year’s collab was pure coastal energy. Think: dream chasers who grind hard and chill harder. Bright floral prints, palm fronds, and sun-drenched colors brought serious spring break swagger to Ponte Vedra. But don’t sleep on the details—those tipped polos with soft pops of yellow and orange hit that sweet spot between bold and refined. A flex for both the resort and the range.

Min Woo Lee (Lululemon & FootJoy)

Pro tip for building your golf wardrobe: lock down your core colors—navy, black, grey, white—then layer in seasonal heat. This spring’s MVP? Lux Lavender, as seen on Min Woo Lee. Taupe-y, dusty, and versatile, this shade of purple pops without screaming. Other brands are calling it Hyacinth, Fusion, whatever—but no matter the name, it’s a must-cop. Min Woo paired his with flat grey trousers, but it would cook with stone or even white. Add it to your arsenal.

Rory McIlroy (Nike Golf)

Rory’s Sunday fit had hints of that purple, as well. This year, the Swoosh has been dropping layering pieces that just work—from relaxed crewnecks to elevated hoodies, the brand is finding its groove again. Rory’s fit felt modern, clean, and proof that Nike’s golf line is ready to re-enter the chat.

Viktor Hovland (J.Lindeberg)

Speaking of comeback stories, J.Lindeberg is all gas right now. THE PLAYERS felt like a full-circle moment, with JL throwing it back to their early-2000s disruptor roots. Viktor Hovland’s Legacy Polo channeled the brand’s OG energy—color-blocked, sharp, and effortless. JL isn’t just back; they’re reminding everyone how they rewrote the dress code two decades ago.

Will Zalatoris (FootJoy) & Ryan Gerard (Peter Millar)

Quick style PSA: brown belts are back. With more beige, stone, and off-white trousers creeping back into play, the brown belt is your low-key power move. It’s the bridge between classic and modern, and it’s criminally underrated. Dust yours off, and thank us later.

Justin Thomas (Greyson Clothiers & FootJoy)

JT’s Thursday fit stirred up the comments section—and we get it. The Greyson cardigan had big vintage vibes, but the sporty FootJoy Hyperflex felt like the odd man out. Would the Premiere Series have sealed the deal? Absolutely. But JT’s got his eye on performance, citing extra speed with the Hyperflex. Sometimes function over fashion wins out, and who’s to argue with a guy firing a Friday 62 to make the cut.

Stephan Jaeger (Criquet)

Old-school cool. With the long placket, stiff collar, and chest pocket, Stephan Jaeger looks like a modern day Arnold Palmer. Sometimes the best look on the course is one that could’ve worked 50 years ago…and still does today.