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Pleated trousers are having a real menswear comeback right now, and surprisingly, the PGA Tour is leading the charge. After years of slim, ankle-hugging golf pants dominating both the course and everyday menswear, players are starting to swing the pendulum back toward fuller cuts, softer tailoring and vintage-inspired fits that feel noticeably more polished.
PGA Tour pro Tommy Fleetwood has been one of the clearest examples of the shift, regularly wearing roomier trousers that stand out against the sea of tapered performance pants. Min Woo Lee has leaned into the same vibe, while Jason Day has gone all in with fashion-forward Tour fits through his partnership with Malbon. Suddenly, pleats don’t feel like something reserved for old clubhouse photos anymore.
What’s changed is the fit. Today’s pleated trousers are cleaner and easier to wear — more tailored with just enough drape to look intentional. They still have stretch and performance fabrics, but they don’t cling to your legs like some slim-fit chinos. On the course, they make even a basic polo look more put-together.
A lot of golf brands are jumping on the trend right now, but one of the easiest places to actually shop it is Men’s Wearhouse. The retailer already carries a ton of pleated and relaxed-fit trousers, so if you’re trying to get the PGA-inspired look without spending hundreds on boutique golf brands, it’s a pretty easy starting point. The move is less about dressing like your dad at the clubhouse and more about bringing some actual personality back into golf style.
Golf style has been moving toward something more relaxed for a while now. Pleated trousers just happen to be the latest sign of it. Here are our favorites.
Joseph Abboud Modern Fit Side Tab Dress Pant
Also available in a light beige.
Joseph Abboud Modern Fit Pleated Stretch Linen Blend Chinos
Also available in navy.
Egara Relaxed Single Pleat Suit Pants
Available in 30, 32, 34 and 36 length.
More Men’s Wearhouse Golf Course-Approved Looks
Jack Nicklaus Modern Fit Short Sleeve Polo
S-3XL.
Egara Golf Socks
Or get three pairs for $35.
PGA Tour Regular Fit Linear Geometric Print Short Sleeve Golf Polo
S-3XL.
PGA Tour Classic Fit Active Waist Performance Stretch Pant
Four colorways available.
Callaway Regular Fit Geo Golf Polo
Five colorways available.
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