Fairway and Greene has been around a long time, but it's a brand that can sometimes get lost among its siblings.
It's a brother brand to B. Draddy and Zero Restriction, all under the Summit Golf Brands umbrella. While more people are probably familiar with the Draddy brothers' work in B. Draddy, the Fairway and Greene brande offers a nice contrast -- one more rooted in traditional, upscale looks.
I have several B. Draddy pieces in my closet, and I've been attacted to them because of standout materials and features that give them some panache. The brand recently sent me two pieces: their Caves quarter-zp and the Middleton polo. In both, there's a familiarity that makes sense, but there are some differences that give Fairway and Greene pieces their own identity.
The Caves quarter-zip ($155) is one of the brand's best sellers. It's available in a staggering 18 colorways, meaning there's no way you can't find the color you want.
The 90/10 polyester-Spandex material is a little thicker, particulary in the wristband, than some other quarter-zips. It can handle more weather conditions as a standalone piece, as compared to pairing something with thinner material with a vest. The sizing is similar to that of B. Draddy pullovers and quarter-zips, with plenty of room for movement and maintaining separation from the golf shirt you're wearing. The ribbed wristband and waistband prevents unnecessary movement around your hands, which can get annoying sometimes with thinner quarter-zips -- a trade-off at times.
The material is SPF 50+ rated, too, so you're getting great sun protection on those sneaky-cooler sunny days. The contrasting color of the material inside the color is a great touch.
The chunky pull and contrasting molded zipper are found in B. Draddy QZs as well, and it's nice to know they're built equally tough.
The Middleton polo ($88) can fill an important spot in a golf closet: the essential solid polo. Don't get me wrong. I love prints and stripes and different looks on a polo. Sometimes, though, you just need a solid color that looks good.
This piece is available in nine different colors, and there's a three-button placket with no contrast. The memory-wire collar lets you pick how you want the piece to look, which is a nice touch.
The silhouette is a little slimmer compared to other Fairway and Greene polos and certainly compared to B. Draddy polos. That's something to consider based on the fit you like on the course, though it's helpful when wearing this off the course, too. The Middleton is billed as lightweight, though I'd call it closer to a middleweight compared to its peers. The 88/12 polyester-Spandex blend offers plenty of stretch while not feeling too thin. The B. Draddy Sport polo feels thinner compared to the Middleton, and I like that they're offering two different answers, depending on your taste.
Fairway and Greene offers a great mix of products that mostly have a timeless feel to them. They're going to work when paired within the brand or with most other golf brands that offer a more distinguished look. Like the Draddy products in my closet, they're built to last, pairing well with the aesthetic.
