Honest Izod Golf Clothing Review 2026 | Three Putt Golf

Updated on: October 28, 2026 • ~11 min read

Author: Graeme

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Izod is a long-established name in American sportswear.

The brand dates back to 1938, and from 1952 to 1993 its polos carried Lacoste's crocodile under licence, as "Izod Lacoste".

Today, Izod Golf sells stretchy, low-priced polos and trousers, and almost everything on its website is reduced.

However, Izod doesn't ship to Britain, and it won't send your order to a forwarding address either.

So is it worth tracking down?

Here, I'll take you through who makes Izod Golf now, what it costs, how it fits, and how UK golfers can get hold of it.

How We Review Golf Clothing Brands

Every review on the Three Putt journal is written by Graeme Whiles, the founder of Three Putt Golf Clothing. As a competing brand, we have an obvious conflict of interest. We take this seriously and address it directly in our review methodology, which explains how we assess brands consistently regardless of whether they compete with us.

Verdict: 6.2/10

Izod Golf is the golf line of the American brand Izod, sold in the US through izod.com by Centric Brands, which makes the men's range under licence from Authentic Brands Group. We liked the SwingFlex trousers, rated 4.8 from 109 reviews, the stretchy UPF 50 polos and the Big & Tall sizes up to 4XLT, all at low prices.

The last tour deals we could find date from 2017 to 2019, with Scott Piercy, David Lingmerth and Marc Leishman.

Where it falls short for UK golfers: izod.com only delivers within the contiguous US and refuses forwarding addresses, support is email only, and in the UK it's an Amazon import.

This brand is best for American golfers, and Amazon shoppers, who want comfortable golf basics at bargain prices.

Izod Golf not the right brand for you? Check out our comprehensive list of the best Izod Golf alternatives.

Key Features

• Signature tech/fabric: SwingFlex four-way stretch, with a flexible waistband in the trousers and shorts, plus water-resistant HydraShield layers
• Design language: Classic American golf basics: solid, printed and striped polos, khaki trousers and quilted quarter-zips
• Fit profile: Classic-fit polos from S to XXL, Big & Tall up to 5XLT and 5XB, and trousers in 30 to 42-inch waists with three lengths
• Range depth: Men's polos, pullovers, trousers, shorts and vests, and a women's range of polos, skorts, dresses and quarter-zips. No caps, shoes or accessories

Pros

• Low prices: When we checked, the SwingFlex trousers sold for $29.99 to $37.99 and the new SwingFlex Elite polo for $49
• Well-rated trousers: The SwingFlex golf pants average 4.8 from 109 reviews on izod.com
• Big & Tall: Polos up to 4XLT and 4XB, and cargo shorts up to a 44-inch waist
• Sun protection: UPF 50 listed on the SwingFlex Elite polos, the quarter-zips and the cargo and dobby shorts

Cons

• US-only delivery: izod.com ships to the contiguous US only, and it refuses freight forwarders
• Email-only support: No phone or live chat, and replies can take up to five business days
• Paid returns: The US return label costs $8.95, and clearance items can't go back at all
• Inconsistent "was" prices: 101 of its 105 men's golf listings showed a higher struck-through price when we checked, and one polo's ranged from $50 to $62 by colour

Izod Golf Pricing

Izod Golf sits at the budget end of American golf clothing.

The new SwingFlex Elite mesh polo sells for $49, older colours of the same polo from $19.97, and the SwingFlex trousers for $29.99 to $37.99.

Almost every product shows a higher "was" price, such as $75 for the trousers, so the selling price is the one to go by.

In the UK, Amazon sells Izod as a US import. When we checked on 30 October 2026, most colours and sizes of the SwingFlex Elite polo cost £30 to £35, and the Slim Fit golf trousers about £37 to £45.

The table converts izod.com's selling prices on 28 October 2026 at about $1.33 to £1, from the European Central Bank's reference rates on 27 October.

Category	Entry	Typical	Premium
Polos	£15	£34 to £37	£51
Midlayers & Vests	£35	£38 to £44	£44
Trousers/Shorts	£23	£23 to £24	£29
Women's	£15	£23 to £27	£48

US prices on izod.com, 28 October 2026 (selling price, with the store's higher "was" price in brackets): SwingFlex Elite Mesh polo $49 ($62), older colours from $19.97 ($50 to $60), SwingFlex Elite printed polo $49 ($67.50), striped polo $45 ($67.50), Grid polo $26.99 ($55), Long Sleeve Performance Polo $67.50, HydraShield Quarter-Zip $58 ($72.50), SwingFlex Mesh Quarter-Zip $49.99 ($72.50), HydraShield Vest $59 ($78), SwingFlex Straight and Pro Z1 trousers $29.99 ($75), SwingFlex Slim Fit trousers $37.99 ($75), SwingFlex Cargo Short $31.99 ($70) and the Big & Tall printed polo $42 ($72.50).

UK prices on Amazon UK, October 2026 (US imports, varying by colour and size): SwingFlex Elite polo mostly £30 to £35 (a few under £30), Big and Tall SwingFlex Elite polo £28.64 to £96.99, Swing Flex Slim Fit golf trousers about £37 to £45, SwingFlex Cargo Short about £25 to £38, Hydrashield Vest from about £44 and SwingFlex mesh quarter-zip from about £33.

Comparison:

• Izod Golf vs Three Putt: Izod doesn't ship direct to Britain. On Amazon UK, most colours and sizes of its SwingFlex Elite polo cost £30 to £35 in October 2026. Three Putt is a UK brand with golf polos from £33.99 ($47), tees from £29.99 and hoodies from £49.99, with free UK delivery and free US delivery over $40.
• Izod Golf vs Callaway: Callaway's US apparel site lists most of its golf polos at $80 to $98, but many were selling for under $30 when we checked, close to Izod's prices.
• Izod Golf vs Antigua: Antigua's polos mostly cost $65 to $75 on its US shop, many with sports team logos. Izod's $45 to $49 SwingFlex Elite polos are the cheaper plain choice.
• Izod Golf vs Original Penguin: Original Penguin's men's golf polos list at £55 to £70 on its UK website, though 32 of its 49 were reduced, to £24 to £49, when we checked. It's the classic American polo brand you can buy direct in Britain.

Promos/Outlet Notes:

New email subscribers get 15% off their first order in the US.

Izod also offers a one-time price adjustment if something you bought goes on sale within three days, though not on clearance or flash sales.

Clearance and final-sale items can't be returned, so check the label on anything reduced.

Verdict: 7.2/10

Cheap and cheerful in America. UK buyers pay Amazon import prices instead.

Izod Golf Fit & Sizing (Usability)

Izod does well for bigger golfers.

Its polos are cut in a classic fit, and its Big & Tall polos run all the way to 4XLT and 4XB, with quarter-zips up to 5XLT and 5XB.

Notes:

• Polos: S to XXL in regular sizes, in a classic fit.
• Big & Tall: Tall polos up to 4XLT and big polos from 2XB to 4XB, while the Big & Tall quarter-zips go up to 5XLT and 5XB.
• Trousers: Waists of 30, 32, 33, 34, 36, 38, 40 and 42 inches, in 30, 32 or 34-inch lengths, with Straight and Slim fits.
• Shorts: Cargo shorts from a 29 to a 44-inch waist with a 9.5-inch inseam, and dobby shorts with an 8.5-inch inseam.

Accessibility/Range:

• Women's: Polos from XS to XXL, with some styles in XXS, and skorts in XS to XXL or numeric sizes from 2 to 16.
• Fit feedback: Amazon's review summary says some buyers find the SwingFlex Elite polo true to size, while others find it too big.

Verdict: 7.4/10

A generous size range, especially for big and tall golfers.

Izod Golf Core Product Categories

Polos

The SwingFlex Elite mesh polo ($49) is the lead product: 88% polyester and 12% spandex, with four-way stretch, quick-drying fabric and UPF 50.

The Grid polo ($26.99) is the best reviewed, at 4.9 from 122 reviews on izod.com, though it only has UV-15 sun protection.

For cooler days, the Long Sleeve Performance Polo is $67.50.

Verdict: 7.0/10

Trousers & Shorts

The trousers are Izod Golf's best work.

The SwingFlex Straight trousers ($29.99) are 94% polyester and 6% spandex, with a flexible waistband and a UPF 40 finish, and the Slim Fit version is $37.99. They share a 4.8 average from 109 reviews.

The SwingFlex Cargo Short ($31.99) has zipped cargo pockets and a 4.8 rating from 105 reviews. One oddity: the "Micro Poly" short is listed as 100% cotton.

Verdict: 7.6/10

Midlayers & Vests

The HydraShield Quarter-Zip ($58) has a quilted front, with a water-resistant finish and UPF 50.

The SwingFlex Mesh Quarter-Zip ($49.99) is a lighter double-mesh layer, and the HydraShield Vest ($59) is water repellent.

There's no waterproof jacket, so for wet British rounds see our guide to the best waterproof golf clothing.

Verdict: 6.4/10

Women's Golf

The women's golf range is just as broad as the men's, with polos, skorts, dresses and quarter-zips.

The Ally printed polo sells for $36, the Paloma quarter-zip for $39 and the Gracie pull-on skort for $30, mostly in polyester and spandex blends.

Verdict: 6.8/10

Izod Golf Materials & Tech (Construction, Sustainability)

Izod's tech comes down to two names.

SwingFlex is its four-way stretch, with a flexible waistband in the trousers and shorts. HydraShield is a water-resistant, UPF 50 finish on its quarter-zips and vests.

Backend (manufacturing & standards):

• Who owns it: Authentic Brands Group, which bought Izod from PVH in August 2021, together with Van Heusen, Arrow and Geoffrey Beene, for $223 million in all.
• Who makes it: Centric Brands, which took the licence for Izod men's sportswear, activewear and golf clothing, and the izod.com store, in 2021. The site's footer still reads "IZOD-CENTRIC BRANDS".
• Origin: izod.com's product pages give no country of origin, and Kohl's and Amazon list it only as "Imported".
• Recycled content: The only golf piece we found with any was a women's fleece quarter-zip, at 35% recycled polyester.

Application (on-garment features):

• SwingFlex Elite polo: 88% polyester and 12% spandex, with four-way stretch and UPF 50.
• Grid polo: 100% polyester, with UV-15 protection.
• SwingFlex Straight trousers: 94% polyester and 6% spandex, with a flexible waistband and a UPF 40 finish.
• HydraShield Quarter-Zip: 100% polyester, water resistant, with UPF 50.

Verdict: 6.6/10

Comfortable, practical fabrics. Little on sourcing or sustainability.

Izod Golf Customer Support

Izod Golf is built for American shoppers.

Channels & Hours

• Email only: hello@izod.com, with replies in up to five business days. There's no phone or live chat.
• Retailers: In the US, department stores such as Kohl's sell Izod, as well as Amazon.

Policies

• US returns: 30 days for unworn, unwashed items with tags, and the $8.95 return label comes out of your refund.
• Clearance: Clearance items can't be returned or exchanged.
• Cancellations: Orders can't be cancelled once placed, so you have to return them instead.

Self-Serve

• US delivery: Free UPS Ground on orders of $75 or more, otherwise $8.95, with no express option.
• Where it delivers: The contiguous US only, with no Alaska, Hawaii, PO boxes or freight forwarders.
• Amazon UK: Izod pieces sold by Amazon US, with free delivery quoted and 30-day returns. Amazon's terms say US imports can carry import charges, collected at checkout.

Verdict: 4.6/10

Workable for Americans. For UK golfers, Amazon is the main practical route.

What Are Izod Golf's Review Ratings from Review Sites?

(As of October 2026)

• On-site: The SwingFlex golf pants average 4.8 from 109 reviews, the cargo short 4.8 from 105 and the Grid polo 4.9 from 122. The new autumn 2026 polos had no reviews yet.
• Amazon: The SwingFlex Elite polo averages 4.6 from 740 ratings on Amazon UK and 4.6 from 831 on Amazon.com.
• Trustpilot: We couldn't find a Trustpilot profile for izod.com.
• Credibility Signals: Webb Simpson, Scott Piercy and Spencer Levin made up "Team Izod" from 2012, and Marc Leishman worked with Izod until at least 2019, but we found no tour player in 2025 or 2026.

Synthesis:

Buyers like the comfort and the price, especially the trousers. There's no tour or golf press backing in 2026.

Is Izod Golf a Good Golf Brand?

Yes, as a budget brand.

The SwingFlex trousers are well reviewed, the SwingFlex Elite polos stretch and are labelled UPF 50 on izod.com, and the Big & Tall range goes a long way.

However, it's American through and through. izod.com won't deliver to Britain or to a forwarding address, and support is email only.

For UK golfers, Amazon UK is the way in, though prices swing a lot by colour and size.

If you want golf clothing from a UK brand that sells direct, Three Putt's golf polos start at £33.99 and our heavyweight hoodies at £49.99, with free UK delivery on every order.

For more US labels and how they treat UK buyers, see our guide to American golf brands.

About the Author

Graeme is a golf enthusiast and writer who believes the best golfwear should work as hard off the course as it does on it. Drawing on years of testing brands across every level, from high street to heritage, he writes honest, wearable reviews that cut through the marketing noise. When he's not reviewing the latest drops, you'll find him on the fairways of West Yorkshire, usually three-putting.

Frequently Asked Questions About Izod Golf

Who owns Izod?

Authentic Brands Group owns Izod. It bought the brand from PVH in August 2021, along with Van Heusen, Arrow and Geoffrey Beene, for $223 million. PVH had owned Izod since 1995. Centric Brands makes and sells Izod's men's sportswear and golf clothing under licence, and it runs the izod.com store.

Is Izod the same as Lacoste?

No. They're separate companies. From 1952 to 1993, Izod sold polos under licence from Lacoste as "Izod Lacoste", which is why the two names are still linked in America. The crocodile was always Lacoste's logo, not Izod's, and the two brands have gone their separate ways since the licence ended.

Does Izod ship to the UK?

No. izod.com only delivers within the contiguous United States, so not even to Alaska or Hawaii. It also refuses freight forwarders and warehouse addresses, and billing and delivery addresses must be in the same country. UK golfers can buy some Izod golf clothing on Amazon UK, where it's sold as a US import.

Where can I buy Izod golf clothing in the UK?

Amazon UK is the main route we found, and US sellers list new SwingFlex polos on eBay UK. Amazon sells Izod polos, trousers, shorts and vests as US imports, sold by Amazon US with 30-day returns. Prices vary a lot by colour and size, and most SwingFlex Elite polos cost £30 to £35 in October 2026. We found no Izod at American Golf, Function18 or GolfOnline.

What is Izod SwingFlex?

SwingFlex is Izod Golf's four-way stretch range. The SwingFlex Elite polos are 88% polyester and 12% spandex, quick-drying and UPF 50. The SwingFlex trousers and shorts add a flexible waistband that gives as you swing, and the straight trousers carry a UPF 40 finish. They're among the best-reviewed pieces on izod.com.

Does Izod make Big and Tall golf clothing?

Yes, and it's one of the brand's strengths. On izod.com, its Big & Tall golf polos run up to 4XLT in tall sizes and from 2XB to 4XB in big sizes, and its Big & Tall quarter-zips go up to 5XLT and 5XB. The SwingFlex cargo shorts go up to a 44-inch waist, and Amazon UK sells a Big and Tall SwingFlex Elite polo too.

Do any tour players wear Izod?

We couldn't find one in 2025 or 2026. In 2012 and early 2013, Izod signed Webb Simpson, Scott Piercy and Spencer Levin as "Team Izod", and in 2017 it agreed new deals with Piercy and David Lingmerth. Marc Leishman told Golf Digest in 2019 that he had worked with Izod for two years. izod.com's golf and About pages don't mention any ambassadors today.

What is Izod's returns policy?

In the US, you have 30 days from delivery to return unworn, unwashed items with tags. The $8.95 prepaid label is taken from your refund, and clearance items can't be returned. Orders can't be cancelled once placed. If something you bought goes on sale within three days, Izod offers a one-time price adjustment.