Why black is the golf shorts that suit the most
Black is the colour that places the fewest demands on the rest of your wardrobe. A pair of black golf shorts goes together with a white, navy, grey or patterned polo without you having to think about it, and they stay within what most courses accept in their dress code. That is the whole point of choosing black over a bolder colour: you are buying a garment that works on more rounds, with more tops and across more seasons.
Black also hides dirt, grass stains and wear better than light tones, which shows over a long season where the shorts are used again and again. If you want to complement them with a matching top, you will find them among our Polos, and if you need something to layer on top when it cools down, there are Midlayers. If you want to see the entire range of trousers and shorts gathered together, take a look at Bottoms.
Cargo Shorts in Washed Black in this collection
The pair featured in this collection is the Cargo shorts - Washed Black. The name Washed Black describes a washed, slightly muted black rather than an all-black, high-contrast surface, which gives a softer tone that is easy to wear both on the course and afterwards. The cargo cut means extra pockets on the legs, so you have room for more than just what fits in the side pockets.
Since it is a cargo-inspired cut, the garment lands in the borderland between golf wear and everyday wear, which suits someone who wants to be able to go straight from the round to the clubhouse without changing. For exact fit, material and sizing information, see the product page, where the current details are listed.
Which size should you choose for black golf shorts?
The size of golf shorts is governed by two things: the waist measurement and how long the leg sits. Most golf shorts are given in waist inches or in standard clothing sizes, and the safest approach is always to measure your own waist with a tape measure and compare it against the size guide on the product page rather than guessing based on what you usually wear.
The leg length determines how the shorts sit against the knee. Shorter models end some way above the knee and give more movement, while longer models go closer to the knee and feel more classic. If you are unsure between two sizes, many people choose one size up for golf, since you want room to rotate at the hip through the whole swing without the fabric pulling.
Can black golf shorts handle a hot day on the course?
A common worry with black in particular is the heat, since dark colours absorb more sunlight than light ones. Here the fabric matters more than the colour. Golf shorts sewn in lightweight, breathable materials with stretch are built to wick moisture away from the body and dry quickly, and such a fabric keeps you cool even in black during a hot round.
Stretch also plays a practical role during the swing itself. A fabric that gives at the hip and thigh lets you rotate fully without the clothing resisting, and that is why so many golf shorts today are built with elastane blended in. If you want a pair of lightweight trousers for the same weather, there are Lightweight Golf Pants as an alternative when you prefer to cover the leg.
How to build an outfit around black golf shorts
Since black is neutral, it lets the top decide the look. A white or light polo gives a clean, classic look, while a patterned or colourful shirt gets to stand out more against the dark base. If you want to keep it understated, stick to one colour up top; if you want more life, choose a bolder top and let the shorts be the thing that calms the whole down.
Finish with details like a cap and the right shirt for the temperature. You will find headwear among our Caps, and for days that start off cool a layer from Soft Layers works over the polo. For more concrete ideas on how to put together a round outfit, we have written about Modern Golf Outfit Tips Men.
