A long way, Baby!
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By :
Ken Johnson
Submitted
2009-03-15 07:14:47 |
In the early nineteen-hundreds women wore close-fitting, poufy long-sleeved tailored blouses and heavy skirts that hung to the ground, or at least to just above the ankle—worse yet, cinched at the waist and made of heavy tweed. About 1910 expanding pleats in the sides of jackets were allowed for women who played golf, this gave them ease when taking their golf swing, but was absolutely only for the purpose of the almighty swing. They were not allowed to be the least bit decorative.
An advertisement in a June, 1915 issue of Vanity Fair magazine boasts gloves with a unique pleat in the right-hand glove to accommodate the bending of the knuckles, for a measly amount of $2.00. Or you could purchase a pair of golf stockings, made of fine Scotch Wool (with an innovative permanent garter hidden in the top) for the modest price of $5.00. What a bargain!
The golf sweater then made its way to sports fashion scene as the first informal garment and still today remains a ‘must have’. Then smart suede jackets, slacks, or box-pleated skirts and finally culottes broke barriers. Slacks became even more acceptable for sports with the onset of World War 1.
Then came the 1950’s and along with this incredible era, revolutionary changes in sport clothes. This was all due to the miraculous invention of the new (polyester, anyone?) synthetic materials. These comfortable and functional outfits proved to revolutionize fashions in all sports.
Today’s golf fashions run the course with everything from slacks and knee-length skirts, to Capri’s and shorts. Some courses remain strict about dress codes, so take care, many still require slacks and jeans are mostly frowned upon. For both genders the trademark polo shirt is a fashion statement. Ralph Lauren and Puma are two designers manufacturing women’s golf fashions, a lot of style along with comfort; ease of movement and agreeable on a warm, sunny day.
A golf visor for any girl out playing in the sun or a regular baseball-style hat to protect your hair and eyes is a must. They have become a mainstay in women’s golf accessories and range from quirky to cutesy to professional.
Golf shoes with plastic spikes on the bottom prevent slipping and sliding on the green or for the sure-footed, sneakers are acceptable. If you are contemplating ladies golf accessories they have useful bags for carrying your entire fashionable garb. These are available from many sources.
So hit the green, tee-off and follow through. Whether you’re a professional or an amateur, you can look stylish while doing so. Just remember those ladies from long-ago, who forged the way. Instead of sipping tea and working on needlepoint, you are out there enjoying the competition and the glory of being able to keep up with the opposite gender. Another benefit—you are exercising your rights—in more ways than one! |
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Author Bio:
Sherri Jedlicki is a writer that provides product reviews and articles for all occasions. Her work is sponsored by Wealthwood Golf Gifts, a great source of golf tournament gifts, awards, trophies and so much more. Article Source: SJ1206 Been a Long Way Baby
References:
Internet Web-site, OldMagazineArticles.com
Internet Web-site, Fashion-Era
Internet Web-site, whowhatwherewhy.com
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