While golf apparel was once a uniform of sorts, easily distinguishable from one’s everyday wardrobe, the advent of athleisure and performance fabrics has helped blur the once clear line between athletic wear and business casual.
Stretchy, moisture-wicking pants with UPF fabrics now look professional enough to wear to the office and to dinner, with a round of 18 in between. When I polled my colleagues this year to find out which pairs of pants topped their list of favorites this year, the ability to wear one pair for everything was a recurring theme. The desire to look tailored and polished both on and off the course is one thing, but when you can do that comfortable? That’s a home run.
The seven pants featured below offer all that and more: casual elegance in easy-to-wear and comfortable silhouettes. Browse our favorites and if you’re feeling inspired to expand your clothing arsenal, click the links to shop now.
Holderness and Bourne McDaniel
My husband is a club professional, so the nice benefit is that he sees a lot of the latest and greatest equipment coming in and out of the golf shop. He also wears golf pants to work every day, so he’s a real connoisseur in this field. Last year he became a big fan of Holderness & Bourne’s Parker Pant and ordered a pair in each color. This year, H&B’s latest offering is the McDaniel pant, which features the same super-flattering fit and a stylish taper with plenty of stretch and room in the thighs. The look is tailored and fresh, with the only difference being a more matte fabric finish than the Parker, for a more natural, versatile look. As an added bonus, there is also a non-slip lining in the waistband, so your polo stays in place. —Jessica Marksbury
Holderness & Bourne The McDaniel Trousers
Keep a sharp eye on the trail, in the office and everywhere else with The McDaniel. Our five-pocket performance trousers resist wrinkles and water and dry in an instant.
Rhone Commuter Pro Pants
No disrespect to the great options above and below (brands I wear regularly!), but I have my eye on an ace here. Rhone has been a favorite athleisure brand of mine for a while (their workout gear is top notch), but their new Commuter Pro pants have earned a special place in my heart. One thing I didn’t like about the shift to synthetic pants is the material weight. I understand the appeal of light, breathable pants, but generally I prefer something with a little more Oomf. The material for the Commuter Pro is thicker and more substantial than typical Commuter pants, and the three separate styles (slim fit, athletic fit and five pockets) provide plenty of options for dressing up or down in non-golf environments. —James Colgan
RHONE Commuter Pro Pants
Made from an evolution of our best-selling fabric with a structured yet flexible feel, these pants feature an adjustable button waistband and permanently pressed pleats for a sharp, sophisticated look.
Lululemon ABC slim fit pants Warpstreme
All my previous golf pants have now been replaced by the ABC Slim-Fit Trouser Warpstreme from Lululemon. For those who need a larger waist size, this fit is wonderfully slimming, but never tight on the legs. The Warpstreme fabric is stretchy and breathable, perfect for summer, but it never felt too cold to play with in the winter months. You can almost always find a deal on Lulu’s website. These fit true to size. —Connor Federico
ABC Slim-Fit Pants 32L Warpstreme
Professionally approved by Min Woo Lee, from workday to weekend, these pants will never look out of place.
Flint and Tender 365 5-pocket
The 365 5-Pocket Pant from Flint and Tender, my go-to pant, can be worn on the golf course. And they can be worn off the golf course. And they can be worn to work. And they can be worn outside of work. I also like the color options and the fit. But their flexibility sets them apart. —Nick Piastowski
Flint and Tinder 365 5-pocket pants
An all-time bestseller, the 365 5-Pocket Pant is cut like jeans and stretches like performance pants.
YOU/ARE High Waist NuStretch Trousers
DU/ER first came onto my radar when a colleague mentioned how much he loved their men’s styles. So when I passed the DU/ER booth at this year’s PGA Show, I was intrigued! After taking home a sample of the women’s line, I now see what all the fuss is about. High waist, flattering fit? Bill. Trendy wide legs? Bill. Stretchy yet elegant? Bill. Suitable for both work and relaxation? Check, check, check! —Jessica Marksbury
YOU/ARE High Waist NuStretch Trousers
A high-waisted, wide leg pant that combines a slim fit at the hip with extra thigh room that extends to wider legs for a full-length style. Ideal for both work and travel.
Lululemon ABC slim fit pants
I was reluctant to spend the money on Lululemon pants for years, but then I finally did it and haven’t looked back. At first I only wore them for work or casual, but recently I also started wearing them on the golf course. Comfortable. Stretchy. And they look professional enough to wear to the nicest clubs. A must buy. —Josh Berhow
Lululemon ABC slim-fit pants 30L stretch cotton VersaTwill
These slim-fit trousers offer all-day comfort with a high-quality look.
Under Armor UA Drive
Under Armor has seriously underrated pants. Because I have small legs (insert meme) I have to have my pants tailored so I don’t step on them and the employees at the suit store I visit thought they were dress pants. The second time I went in, two of them were wearing Under Armor golf pants at work. Plus, they’re a great combination of stretchy and breathable. They’re the only pants I wear during Tour events. —Jake Morrow
Under Armor UA Drive
These golf pants are all about one thing: letting you move the way you want on the course. They’re built with high-quality, mobile fabric and a streamlined fit to reduce drag with every swing.
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