Golfer Costume
Hit a hole-in-one with this classic, preppy athletic look.
The golfer costume is a timeless, sporty choice that works perfectly for Halloween, themed parties, or pub golf crawls. It is incredibly easy to put together using everyday athletic wear or vintage preppy pieces. The finished look is instantly recognizable, comfortable, and highly customizable.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–80
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What you need for a Golfer costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Golfer costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Polo Shirt
A collared athletic polo shirt in a bright solid color or pastel shade.
DIY: Use any collared golf or tennis shirt already in your closet.
Argyle Vest
A classic knit sweater vest featuring a colorful diamond argyle pattern.
DIY: Wear a lightweight V-neck sweater or skip the vest for a modern athletic look.
Khaki Pants or Golf Skirt
Chino pants, golf shorts, or a pleated athletic skirt in khaki, white, or navy.
DIY: Any clean pair of khaki pants, chinos, or an athletic skirt will work.
Golf Visor or Flat Cap
A classic sun visor or a vintage tweed flat cap (newsboy cap) for an old-school look.
DIY: A standard baseball cap worn forward or a white tennis visor.
Single Golf Glove
A white leather or synthetic golf glove worn on one hand (typically the left hand for right-handed players).
DIY: A white gardening glove or a weightlifting glove.
Golf Club Prop
A lightweight plastic toy golf club or a real vintage iron or putter.
DIY: Cut a golf club shape out of sturdy cardboard and wrap the head in silver foil.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Golfer costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the collared polo shirt and tuck it neatly into your khaki pants, shorts, or golf skirt.
- 2
Layer the argyle sweater vest over the polo shirt, ensuring the collar of the polo sits neatly over the V-neck of the vest.
- 3
Secure your pants with a simple leather or canvas belt.
- 4
Put on white athletic crew socks and clean white sneakers or golf shoes.
- 5
Place the golf visor or vintage flat cap on your head, adjusting it to sit comfortably.
- 6
Put the single golf glove on your non-dominant hand.
- 7
Carry your golf club prop or rest it over your shoulder to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair neat and pulled back under the visor or cap. Makeup should be minimal, clean, and natural to match a sporty, outdoor athletic aesthetic.
Golfer for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair a golfer with a caddie wearing a white boiler suit with a green master's style hat, or go as a duo of rival golfers.
- group
- Coordinate a 'Pub Golf' group with matching neon visors, argyle socks, and scorecard clipboards.
- kids
- A miniature polo, khaki shorts, a tiny visor, and a plastic toy putter make an adorable, comfortable costume.
- Plus size
- Opt for stretch-fit golf chinos or an elastic-waist pleated golf skirt paired with a relaxed-fit polo shirt.
- pet
- A small green dog sweater with a white collar or a tiny plush golf ball plush toy attached to their collar.
Tips
- If carrying a real golf club, choose a lightweight putter and be mindful of your surroundings at crowded parties.
- For a funny twist, attach a small patch of fake grass and a golf ball to your visor to look like you got hit by a stray shot.
- Wear comfortable white sneakers since golf involves a lot of walking, keeping the costume practical for all-night wear.
- Tuck a golf tee behind your ear for an easy, authentic character detail.
Golfer costume FAQ
- How do I make a vintage golfer costume?
- To go retro, wear patterned knickers (plus-fours), long argyle socks, a patterned tie under your sweater vest, and a tweed flat cap.
- What hand does the golf glove go on?
- Right-handed golfers wear a single glove on their left hand, while left-handed golfers wear it on their right hand.
- Can I wear real golf shoes for a costume?
- Only if they have soft rubber spikeless soles. Avoid wearing metal or hard plastic golf spikes indoors as they will damage floors and slip easily.
Did you know? The modern game of golf originated in 15th-century Scotland, where players originally used wooden clubs to hit pebbles into rabbit holes.