Holderness & Bourne’s Sargent Sweater is Washable, Natural Luxury

Each week, we’re going to feature one of our favorite golf style pieces that is made from natural materials. Cotton, wool, cashmere, silk — these are our heroes. To get things started, we’re talking about the Holderness & Bourne Sargent sweater.

One thing that will never, ever, ever go out of style on the golf course: the knit sweater. Crewneck, cardigan, v-neck, cricket sweater — it doesn’t matter which silhouette you reach for the most; a sweater will always improve your golf outfit. They can add texture, warmth, softness, and, in many ways, are infinitely more versatile than that polyester wind jacket that you keep on hand.

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Made from 90 percent merino wool and 10 percent cashmere, this sweater from Holderness & Bourne is the blueprint. Merino wool is naturally moisture-wicking, anti-microbial, anti-stink, and helps regulate your body temperature across a huge range of conditions. Throw in the final bit of oh-so-soft cashmere and you’ve got a sweater that will be part of your golf wardrobe for decades.

Wear it over a t-shirt to instantly elevate your ‘fit from goat track hardo to country club connoisseur. Rock a sweater over a polo and you’re ready to tee off on the TOUR. Prefer the athleisure look? A sweater works. Like to wear something a bit more GORPy? A knit sweater blends in with that style, too. And if you prefer a classic slacks-and-polo combo, a sweater is the natural next layer.

This sweater can be a mid-layer on cold days or an outer layer for chilly mornings or evenings. The options really are endless. I like to keep one on hand at all times, ready to go on a foggy morning here in California or on standby when temperatures haven’t quite gotten up to golf levels out east.

The tailored fit isn’t too tight and isn’t too loose, so it’ll suit any style on the course. Order true to size if you want the sweater to go with your performance polos and pants or order up a size for a relaxed fit that looks great with some vintage pleated chinos and a pair of classic saddle shoes.

Not only does the fit work wonders here, the staple colorways of navy and heather grey match anything. In a world where pastels and stripes are everywhere, a simple sweater is immeasurably useful. Tone down that pink number your mother-in-law got you for Christmas or pair it up with the subtle pieces you bought on Xander’s app.

Plus, it’s washable! Unreal stuff from H&B. If you add one thing to your golf wardrobe this spring, let it be a simple sweater — made from natural materials, of course.