Holiday gifts for golfers: 7 stylish outerwear pieces

Outerwear is one of the most practical gifts for a golfer: it is useful for cold-weather rounds, works off the course and can last for more than one season. GOLF.com’s Jessica Marksbury selected seven pieces that stand out for their combination of function and style.

In Arizona, jacket season is short, but Marksbury says she wears outerwear year-round, including in heavily air-conditioned spaces and during early-morning or late-evening outings.

Luxbreak Half-Zip Pullover — $98

A versatile half-zip pullover with a boxy shape and shorter length. Marksbury says it would work particularly well as an everyday lifestyle piece away from the course.

TravisMathew BreezeBlend Timeless Full Zip Women’s Golf Jacket — $169.95

This full-zip jacket is made from textured BreezeBlend fabric. Its relaxed fit includes a peplum waist, elastic waistband and interior chest pocket. The fabric is 90% polyamide and 10% elastane; it is machine washable in cold water on a gentle cycle.

Marksbury highlights the peplum, drawstring waist, shorter length and ruched sleeves. The jacket can be worn with the matching skirt or on its own.

Varley Len Seamless Full Zip Women’s Golf Jacket — $168

A fitted seamless-knit jacket with an argyle pattern, mock neck and zip fastening. Engineered panels and striped detailing add texture and shape. The fabric is 92% polyamide and 8% elastane.

The author notes the fabric’s softness and stretch, as well as the gold zipper and sporty contrast stripes on the collar and cuffs.

Lilly Pulitzer Romily Performance Women’s Full Zip Golf Jacket — $198

A lightweight full-zip jacket made from stretch woven fabric, with front pockets and UPF 50+ protection. It has a 26.5-inch length and is made from 55% polyester, 39% nylon and 6% spandex. The jacket has a regular fit and is machine washable in cold water.

Marksbury calls the gingham print one of the season’s key trends and particularly likes the adjustable waist.

G/FORE Reversible Fleece & Nylon Hybrid Vest — $325

A reversible full-zip vest with a longline silhouette that combines fleece and nylon. A drawcord waist allows the fit to be adjusted.

The author says the vest adds warmth through the core without restricting the arms, while the bungee drawcords create a flattering shape.

Adidas Ultimate365+ Course Control Quilted Hooded Jacket — $140

A quilted hooded jacket designed for changing conditions on the course. Stretch sleeves preserve freedom of movement, while the jacket helps keep the wearer warm and dry.

TravisMathew Printed Skyloft Echo Women’s Golf Quarter Zip — $139.95

A women’s quarter-zip golf top with a print and regular fit. Marksbury particularly likes its oversized, slightly slouchy silhouette.

All seven options are designed to work beyond golf as versatile cold-weather wardrobe pieces.