Custom golf shirts: a guide for clubs, societies and brands
Fabric, collar and fit, where the logos go, embroidery or print, and how to put a full golf range together for a club, society, corporate golf day or golf brand.
In short
A custom golf shirt is usually a performance polo in a moisture-wicking polyester or poly-elastane knit, with the club or brand logo embroidered on the chest and sponsors on the sleeve or back yoke. Sublimated golf shirts allow all-over patterns. Blackthorn World makes custom golf polos, gilets, trousers, shorts, caps and stand bags, plus ready-built bundle packs for societies, members and corporate golf days.
- Fabrics
- Performance polyester and stretch knits; cotton piqué for clubhouse polos
- Logo methods
- Embroidery, heat transfer, sublimation
- Branding
- Your logo, private label, hang tags and packaging
- Production
- Blackthorn World’s own factory — export orders only
Choosing the fabric
- Performance polyester or poly-elastane knit — light, quick-drying and stretchy for playing; takes sublimation and embroidery.
- Cotton piqué — the classic clubhouse polo for staff and members; best embroidered.
- Textured or jacquard knits — a premium look for tour-style ranges and brands.
Collar, placket and fit
Golf shirts come with a knitted rib collar, a self-fabric collar, or a modern band or mock collar. Plackets are usually two or three buttons, or a short zip. Fits range from classic to athletic, with men's, women's and junior sizing.
Where the logos go
| Position | Typical use | Usual method |
|---|---|---|
| Left chest | Club crest or brand logo | Embroidery |
| Sleeve | Sponsor, event or society logo | Embroidery or heat transfer |
| Back yoke / collar | Sponsor, website or club name | Heat transfer or embroidery |
| All-over | Patterns and prints | Sublimation |
Building a club or golf day range
Most orders combine a polo with a layer and accessories: a hybrid gilet or quarter-zip for cooler rounds, trousers or shorts, a cap and a stand bag. Our golf bundle packs group these for societies, club members, team tournaments and corporate golf days.
What to send
- Logo files as vectors (AI, EPS, PDF or CDR) and color references.
- Garments and fabric, collar and fit, and the logo positions above.
- Quantities per size, including women's and junior sizes.
- Delivery country and the date you need the order, for example a golf day or season start.
Related guides and pages
Frequently asked questions
What fabric is best for custom golf shirts?
Performance polyester or poly-elastane knits are the most common: they are light, quick-drying and stretch with the swing. Cotton piqué suits clubhouse and staff polos.
Should the logo on a golf shirt be embroidered or printed?
Embroidery is the usual choice for club crests on the left chest because it looks premium and lasts. Heat transfer suits sponsor logos on sleeves and back yokes, and sublimation suits all-over patterns.
Can you make matching golf gilets, caps and bags?
Yes. Blackthorn World makes golf polos, hybrid gilets, trousers, shorts, caps and stand bags to match, plus bundle packs for societies, members and golf days.
Do you make golf shirts for corporate golf days and societies?
Yes. Golf day and society packs combine polos, caps and other items with your event, company or sponsor logos.
Do you make women's and junior golf shirts?
Yes. Polos are made in men's, women's and junior sizing in the same design.