Best Golf Shirts 2026: Our top picks for style and breathability

Ever since the game moved on from shirts and ties, the golf polo has been the essential, defining garment in golf. And while on-course dress codes are getting more and more lax these days, a good polo shirt still forms the bedrock of any timelessly stylish golf get-up.

There are, of course, thousands of the things to sift through to find the perfect one. It also goes without saying that not all of them are particularly nice, with most golf apparel makers still going way too hard on the jazzy prints and loud colours.

As such, we've done the hard yards for you, selecting a hand-picked curation of timelessly stylish golf polos for the 2026 season, breaking down how they fit, what they're made from, and how much they'll set you back. Whether or not you think they look good? Well, that's down to personal taste.

We'll also be steering away from limited edition polo shirts and collabs in this one, sticking to the core models from each major brand to bring you a reliable guide to the best polo shirts you can shop time and time again.

The best golf shirt for 2026

All of our picks below are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy a linked product, GolfMagic may earn a small affiliate commission. Pricing may vary.

adidas Ultimate365 Tour Seamless

RRP: £70 

Material: Polyester/PA6 (100% recycled)

Fit: Regular

As seen with regularity on the PGA Tour this season, adidas's top-end Ultimate365 Tour Seamless shirt is built for the heat of the very toughest play. The ultra-stretchy material is 100% recycled and woven with a knitted primeknit material, affording the shirt both breathability and complete comfort throughout the entire swing. Seamless zones in key stretch points also ensures a completely natural feel in every position, making this the most luxurious shirt the 3 Stripes have to offer.

The best performance golf shirts

adidas Ultimate365 Climacool

RRP: £50

Material: Polyester (Recycled)/Elastane

Fit: Regular

adidas' Ultimate365 Climacool shirt is all about tackling the warmest conditions, while retaining the versatility to make for an easy layering piece when the sun starts to set. The Climacool fabric is adidas' lightest and most breathable, allowing plenty of airflow and wicking away sweat effortlessly for complete comfort throughout 18 holes. It's also the most varied shirt in adidas' range, available in a huge array of prints, fabric finishes and colours.

G/FORE All Play Polo

RRP: £100

Material: Polyester/cotton/elastane

Fit: Regular

G/FORE always delivers when it comes to striking apparel, and while of the shirts from the fashion-forward brand will turn heads in the clubhouse by design, they also know how to dial it back on occasion as they have here with the All Play Polo.

Instead of the zany visuals, the All Play draws focus back to the added sense of luxury that comes with their products. The super soft stretch knit material, which blends 4-way stretch performance fabric with high-end Pima cotton, is wonderful to the touch, while the cut is simple and tailored to look good on just about anyone. 

The slight flash of hot pink adds a nice detail as well, in keeping with G/FORE's trademark aesthetic.

Shop now: £100 from G/FORE

Lululemon ShowZero

RRP: £78

Material: Nylon/Modal/Elastane

Fit: Regular/Slim

Designed to address a very specific bugbear faced by millions of golfers every weekend, Lululemon's ShowZero polo isn't just light and breathable, but the unique ShowZero Nylon blend works specifically to absorb and wick sweat without showing any wet marks on the outside. Consider it your perfect companion when the pressure's on, whether you're out on the course or making a last-minute dash through the airport.

Nike Par Dri-FIT Golf Polo

RRP: £54.99

Material: Polyester

Fit: Regular

Channeling the brand's golden era, the new Shield-logoed polo from Nike's 2026 Par collection perfectly encapsulates Nike's penchant for looking back to its heritage without ever losing sight of either style or performance. The Dri-FIT fabric is, as ever smooth and stretchy, while Nike have also smartly engineered the shirt with an extended back hem for extra coverage when bending over at address.

Sun Day Red Icon II

RRP: £105

Material: Polyester blend

Fit: Classic

Are you brave enough to step out on the tee donning Tiger's trademark Sunday red in a shirt from his very own brand? Maybe, maybe not. Thankfully, the Icon polo from the Big Cat's apparel company comes in a bunch of smart colours.

Sun Day Red's apparel is famously on the pricey end, but there's plenty to justify the cost, with an advanced, soft fabric with articulated seams for complete comfort and a classic Heritage fit, which is relaxed through the swing without being bulky. Every detail of the Icon polo is tailored to Tiger's exact specifications, from the spacing of the placket buttons, to the spread on the self collar, to the stepped hem that stays tucked in throughout the swing.

Of course, if you don't believe us, there are plenty of people online who'll swear it's the best polo they ever bought.

Shop now: £104.88 from Sun Day Red

Under Armour ArmourDry

RRP: £50

Material: Elasterell/Polyester

Fit: Loose

The ArmourDry is Under Armour's most advanced new tour-level shirt, delivering everything you need from a high-tech, breathable polo at a reasonable price. Engineered with UA Helix Technology, this polo adapts to your body to pull moisture off your skin, enhance airflow, and dry incredibly quickly (think 50% faster than the standard Playoff Polo). 

Under Armour tends to sew its golf shirts with a slightly fuller cut as well, making this a great option if you're on the big or tall side.

The best sustainable golf shirts

Manors Course Polo

RRP: £65

Material: Seawool polyester (100% Recycled)

Fit: Loose

British brand Manors is making some of our favourite golf wear around right now, and their staple course Polo, now in its second iteration, is a true testament to the brand's commitment to both style and sustainability.

One of the most unique polos on this list, it's made from what's known as Seawool: a soft, breathable and 100% recycled polyester made from reclaimed plastic bottles and, believe it or not, oyster shells. The fit on the Course polo is slightly looser to pair better with the fuller silhouette that's growing in popularity among younger golfers, and it pairs beautifully with wider cut trousers and some sneakers.

Puma MATTR Polo Shirt

RRP: £55

Material: Polyester/Elastane (90% recycled materials)

Fit: Regular

PUMA's MATTR polo is an ideal all-rounder, the four-way-stretch fabric made from 90% recycled materials and engineered for just the right amount of breathability in hot and cool rounds. We like this subtle striped pattern for the new season.

RADMOR Taylor Recycled Polo

RRP: $115

Material: Polyester/Elastane (90% recycled materials)

Fit: Regular

Seattle brand RADMOR was founded on the premise that a golf brand could be sustainable from top to bottom, balancing the performance needs of golfers with a commitment to producing clothes that are simply less harmful to both consumers and the environment, making use of zero virgin polyester and prioritising the use of natural materials like Cotton wherever possible. 

The Taylor Recycled Polo is key to this philosophy, made with certified, traceable REPREVE recycled polyester that comes from 100% post-consumer plastic bottles. It comes cut with a naturally athletic fit, breathable panels for easy air flow and moisture wicking and has Bias cut Underarm with RADMOR's proprietary 'MoRE|ERoM' (Extended Range of Motion) for flexibility throughout the swing.

The best cotton golf shirts

B.Draddy Liam Polo

Price: £84

Material: Cotton/Spandex

Fit: Regular

As the official outfitter of the President's Cup, B.Draddy know the formula for making timeless golf attire that works as well on the course as it does in the clubhouse. Their staple Liam Polo is a timeless classic, made from soft, sustainable Pima Cotton engineered with added spandex for just a hint of stretch out on the course. The 3-button placket and added chest pocket solidify the Liam as a style-forward look that will transition seamlessly from course to clubhouse.

J.Lindeberg Verse Polo

RRP: £75

Material: Cotton/polyester

Fit: Regular

J.Lindeberg has never been a brand to shy away from bolder designs, but we like the way their more casual Verse Polo leans into quiet luxury.

The materials, true to J Lindeberg's hallmarks, are both luxurious and sustainable, and the Verse is made from a ultra-soft cotton/poly that's soft to the touch, ultra-breathable, and looks as well-suited to everyday wear as it does to a life on the course.

Peter Millar Albatross

RRP: £95

Material: Cotton/polyester/spandex

Fit: Tailored

One of the classiest options on this list, the Peter Millar Albatross Stripe Cotton Blend polo radiates country club style.

The uber-soft pima cotton fabric, blended with polyester and spandex for stretch and breathability, delivers an exceptional skin feel and makes for a much smarter off-course look. The tailored fit is also incredibly flattering, while the Edwin Spread Collar and two-button placket makes for a a nice touch of, relaxed old-school style.

How does the fit of a golf shirt affect my performance on the course?

Golfers are all different shapes and sizes. Thankfully, golf shirts are too. Finding a shirt to suit your body shape can be the difference between feeling great on the course or feeling like an overpacked sausage. The majority of brands offer a selection of sizes and cuts to suit all different builds, so making sure you find the right one for you is key.

Golf polo shirts are generally made with either a slim or tailored fit to cut the most flattering figure for a wide range of golfers, and some have added features that allow them to be worn easier on the course, the most common being lengthened hems to help with tucking in and to stop them riding up when bent over the golf ball at address.

How do different materials impact the comfort and performance of golf polos?

While cotton golf shirts are still popular around the world, we would highly recommend buying a shirt that is made from synthetic material like polyester, nylon or a spandex blend. While offering good breathability, cotton soaks up sweat like a sponge, and due to its lack of moisture-wicking properties, it will hold sweat on the inside of the shirt, which will lead to discomfort and odour.

Polyester and nylon, on the other hand, not only wick sweat away with ease but also offer a greater degree of stretch and durability. The synthetic fabrics also retain colour far better than cotton, and due to the crease-resistant properties of the fabrics, you don't have to worry about ironing them either.

Finding a shirt that is highly breathable can completely alter the enjoyment of your round. There's nothing worse than sweat dripping down the inside of your shirt, making you wet and uncomfortable, and there's no need for it either. With a wide range of highly breathable, moisture-wicking shirts listed above, it's time you condemned those sweat-drenched rounds of golf to the history books.

Are there sustainable options for golf polos, and how do they compare in quality?

Golf apparel manufacturers are constantly innovating new ways to make more affordable golf attire, making use of recycled, repurposed and more eco-friendly materials to do so.

Most of the biggest sportswear manufacturers, like Nike and Adidas, now use a significant portion of recycled materials like polyester and nylon in their shirts, while others repurpose natural materials to create innovative new fabrics that are comfortable and breathable. British brand Manors, for example, makes its shirts from Seawoo, which is made from recycled oyster shells.