7 Best Lululemon Golf Alternatives in 2026 | Ranked

Updated on: October 1, 2026

Author: Graeme

Exploring the brands UK golfers turn to when a full-price Lululemon golf outfit costs about £250 before you add the jacket.

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Top Picks

1. Macade Golf: Best overall for premium design-led golf kit
2. Castore Golf: Best for British athletic golfwear for less
3. Ping Apparel: Best for a complete on-course kit including waterproofs
4. Reflo: Best for recycled-fabric golf kit from a UK brand
5. Röhnisch: Best for women's golf from a women's brand
6. Three Putt Golf: Best for golf streetwear off the course
7. Stromberg Golf: Best for a full weatherproof outfit on a budget

Why People Look Beyond Lululemon Golf

UK golfers look beyond Lululemon mainly on price. In October 2026 a full-price men's golf polo cost £78, its golf trousers £138 and the men's Waterproof Golf Jacket £228. The range also stops short of a full kit, with no golf shoes, gloves or headcovers, and headwear can't be returned.

Lululemon is the Vancouver athleisure company, and its "Designed for Golf" line has run since spring 2022. The UK site has separate men's and women's golf categories covering polos, trousers, shorts, skirts, a golf dress, layers, a waterproof jacket and caps. It sells them in pounds, with free delivery over £50, free 30-day returns and more than 20 UK stores.

That service is the strong part. The bill is the problem. Men's polos run £78–£88, the Grand Standard long-sleeve crew is £118, and the ABC, Stretch Twill and Daydrift golf trousers are all £138. A polo, trousers and a £35 cap come to about £250 at full price. Add the jacket and one outfit is close to £480.

The small print adds friction. Lululemon hems trousers free in its stores, but its returns policy excludes items that have been hemmed or altered. Headwear can't go back either, and the £4 delivery charge on orders under £50 isn't refunded on returns. Its golf roster is led by PGA Tour players Min Woo Lee and Max Homa. In September 2025 its chief marketing officer told FashionNetwork, "We're not paying as much as our rivals."

The sustainability story is mixed. Its FY24 impact report, released in late 2025, dropped a single-use plastic target it was set to miss. Recycled polyester reached 77% of supply, ahead of target, but only 11% of its nylon came from recycled or renewable sources in 2024.

Best Pick For…

Play Style / Need	Best Brand
Premium design-led golf kit for men and women	Macade Golf
Athletic British golfwear at a lower price	Castore Golf
A complete on-course kit including waterproofs	Ping Apparel
Recycled-fabric golf kit from a UK brand	Reflo
Women's golf from a women's brand	Röhnisch
Golf streetwear for off the course	Three Putt Golf
A full weatherproof outfit on a budget	Stromberg Golf

Detailed Breakdown by Brand

Macade Golf: Best Overall for Premium Design-Led Golf Kit

Available on: eu.macadegolf.com · Read our full Macade Golf review

Key Features:

• Swedish golf brand founded in Stockholm in 2019, applying Scandinavian design to stretch performance fabrics
• Says it has clothed more than 150,000 golfers worldwide
• Men's and women's ranges, including polos, trousers, knitwear, skirts, dresses and HydroCore rain trousers
• Its tour team includes Ewen Ferguson on the DP World Tour and Gabriella Then on the LPGA Tour

Pros:

• Chases the same customer as Lululemon: technical fabrics cut with a fashion eye, for men and women
• Priced in pounds on its EU store, with VAT and duties included at checkout and free standard UK delivery
• Free returns within 30 days, plus size exchanges through its returns portal
• Also sold by UK golf retailers Function18 and Clubhouse Golf

Cons:

• Not a saving: polos were £75–£110 and trousers £105–£170 in October 2026
• A Trustpilot score of 3.8 from 78 reviews in October 2026
• Returns go through FedEx, DHL or PostNord service points and are usually processed within 14 working days, slower than walking into a Lululemon store

Verdict:

Macade is the brand most likely to suit a Lululemon golfer, because it chases the same look with technical fabrics, sharp cuts and a proper women's range. It isn't cheaper, but duties are paid at checkout and returns are free. Read the Trustpilot reviews before a big first order.

Castore Golf: Best for British Athletic Golfwear for Less

Available on: castore.com · Read our full Castore Golf review

Key Features:

• Manchester-based premium sportswear brand started by brothers Tom and Phil Beahon, with its first golf collection in April 2019
• Named fabric tech: AerTek moisture-wicking, ProTek water-repellent finishes, OTek odour control and the LVS layering range
• Dresses LIV Golf's Majesticks Golf Club and sells a Castore x Paul Smith golf capsule
• Men's golf polos, quarter-zips, gilets, trousers, shorts and jackets in XS–2XL

Pros:

• The £48 Essential polo and £65–£78 golf trousers cost well under Lululemon's £78 polos and £138 golf trousers
• Priced in pounds from a UK warehouse, with £3.95 delivery that's free over £60
• Free returns on all orders within 28 days
• A Trustpilot score of 4.5 from more than 10,000 reviews in October 2026

Cons:

• No women's golf clothing on castore.com in October 2026, where Lululemon runs a full women's golf range
• Its golf jackets are water-resistant rather than waterproof, and there are no golf shoes or gloves
• No exchanges: you return for a refund and reorder

Verdict:

Castore does the same athletic, tech-led job as Lululemon's men's golf range for a good deal less money, from a British company. Women's golf is where Lululemon wins outright. For proper rain gear you'll need another brand too.

Ping Apparel: Best for a Complete On-Course Kit Including Waterproofs

Available on: pingeurope.com · Read our full Ping Apparel review

Key Features:

• Run by PING Europe in Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, and sold on pingeurope.com and through UK golf shops
• PING's Sensor platform (SensorCool, SensorWarm and SensorDry) plus AquaDrive waterproofs
• Men's, women's and junior ranges: polos, mid-layers, knitwear, trousers, shorts, skorts, waterproofs and caps
• Sells Team Europe's 2026 Solheim Cup kit

Pros:

• Polos at £45–£65 and trousers at £55–£100, well below Lululemon's prices for the same pieces
• Waterproof jackets from £150 and AquaDrive over trousers at £100, with a five-year limited warranty on AquaDrive Pro and SensorDry 2.5 pieces
• Trousers in 30–44 waists with 29, 31, 33 and 35-inch legs
• Easy to find: American Golf, Function18, Clubhouse Golf and GolfOnline all list it

Cons:

• Only 14 days to return a direct order, posted back at your own cost, against Lululemon's free 30 days
• Safe, club-friendly styling that won't double as off-course wear the way Lululemon's pieces do
• Waterproofs climb quickly, with the AquaDrive Pro jacket at £300

Verdict:

Ping is the pick for British weather. It covers everything from polos to over trousers and junior kit, the everyday pieces cost much less than Lululemon's, and a warranty backs the waterproofs. The trade-offs are plain styling and a short, paid returns window.

Reflo: Best for Recycled-Fabric Golf Kit from a UK Brand

Available on: reflo.com · Read our full Reflo review

Key Features:

• British sustainable sportswear brand founded in 2021 by Rory MacFadyen and Peter Philippou
• Recycled polyester runs through its core golf garments, from 42% to 100% depending on the piece
• Officially licensed by The R&A for a second Open in 2026, with a capsule for Royal Birkdale
• England captain Harry Kane is its global brand ambassador and led its 2024 seed round

Pros:

• Polos at £49–£79 and Sidra chinos at £89, comfortably under Lululemon's equivalents
• Recycled content is stated garment by garment, including 100% recycled polyester in the £49 Bohai polo
• Free UK returns and exchanges within 30 days, and free delivery on orders over £70

Cons:

• No women's golf range, against Lululemon's full women's golf edit
• Recycled content varies: the £79 Tummel polo is 52% recycled polyester and the £55 Elgon 42%
• No fully waterproof golf jacket, and support is by email on weekdays only

Verdict:

Reflo is the alternative if Lululemon dropping its plastic target bothered you. It is built around recycled fabric, its prices sit well below Lululemon's, and returns are free. It only dresses men for golf, though, and won't keep you dry in a downpour.

Röhnisch: Best for Women's Golf from a Women's Brand

Available on: rohnisch.com · Read our full Röhnisch review

Key Features:

• Swedish women-only sportswear brand founded in 1945, all-female since 2000 and making golf clothing since 2002
• Majority-owned by Swedish investment company Creades, which held 82% in mid-2026
• Its website features 2018 Women's British Open champion Georgia Hall as an ambassador
• Polos, knits, trousers, skorts, a dress, padded layers and Rain Shield rainwear, all cut for women

Pros:

• A women's golf range designed for women from the start, not adapted from a men's line
• Wide sizing: core tops run XXS–3XL and trousers EU 32–52, with the Chie trousers in two leg lengths
• A strong materials record: 94% of its AW24 products met its own preferred-materials criteria, and it has been fluorocarbon-free since 2015
• Röhnisch covers import costs on UK orders over £135, and size exchanges are free

Cons:

• UK delivery costs £12.90 by DHL Express Economy, with no free-delivery threshold listed
• Returns are accepted within 30 days, but £4.90 comes off your refund, where Lululemon's returns are free
• Nothing for men, so it only replaces half of what Lululemon sells for golf

Verdict:

Röhnisch is the specialist answer for the women's half of Lululemon's golf range, from a company that has made women's golf clothing since 2002. Polos run £55–£106, so it isn't a budget swap. The delivery and returns charges, and nothing for men, keep it mid-table.

Three Putt Golf: Best for Golf Streetwear Off the Course

Available on: threeputtgolfclothing.co.uk · Read our full Lululemon vs Three Putt comparison

Key Features:

• Leeds-based UK golf streetwear brand selling tees, long-sleeve tees, sweatshirts and hoodies
• Six graphic designs across all four streetwear garments: Contours, Happy Place, Tee Time, Reckless Driving, The Scenic Route and Three on the Green
• Tees in 305gsm, 100% cotton with a relaxed fit, S–2XL, in five colourways per design
• Oversized drop-shoulder hoodies at 430gsm (56% cotton, 44% polyester), S–2XL, in four colourways per design

Pros:

• Tees at £24.99–£30.99 and hoodies at £45.99–£54.99, against Lululemon's £78 polos and £118 crews
• Free UK delivery from a UK site, priced in pounds
• 400gsm cotton crewneck sweatshirts (£37.99–£47.99) and oversized drop-shoulder 305gsm long-sleeve tees (£28.99–£35.99) for cooler days off the course

Cons:

• No performance polos, trousers, outerwear or women's-specific range, which is where Lululemon's golf line is built
• Cotton streetwear rather than technical kit, with no moisture-wicking, stretch fabric or weather protection
• Returns within 14 days of delivery: email support@threeputtgolfclothing.co.uk first, and you pay the return postage

Verdict:

Three Putt covers the off-course end of a Lululemon wardrobe, the hoodies, sweatshirts and tees, for a fraction of the money. It can't dress you head to toe for the round, as there are no trousers or technical fabrics. That's why it sits sixth.

Stromberg Golf: Best for a Full Weatherproof Outfit on a Budget

Available on: americangolf.co.uk · Read our full Stromberg Golf review

Key Features:

• American Golf's in-house clothing brand since 2019, sold through its website and around 80 UK stores
• American Golf itself was bought by Peter Jones's investment group in February 2026
• Men's, ladies' and junior ranges, plus waterproofs, gilets, golf shoes and bags
• DP World Tour winner Andy Sullivan signed a two-year deal to wear it in January 2026

Pros:

• At list price, a £29.99 polo, £59.99 Weather Tech trousers and a £99.99 Bandit jacket cost less than Lululemon's £228 waterproof jacket alone
• The Bandit jacket is rated 20,000mm waterproof with fully taped seams
• Wide sizing: many men's lines run S–5XL, trousers 30–46 waists in three leg lengths, ladies' 8–20 and juniors 7–14
• Try on and return free at American Golf stores, with £2.99 delivery that's free over £50

Cons:

• Effectively sold by one retailer, so you can't shop around for it
• Postal returns are at your own cost, and in-store purchases get 14 days
• Polos and midlayers are competent but anonymous, with none of Lululemon's off-course polish

Verdict:

Stromberg is the honest value answer: it dresses you for a wet Tuesday for less than Lululemon charges for one jacket. Nobody buys it to wear to lunch afterwards, and that's the trade you're making.

Quick Comparison Grid

Brand	Best For	Price Range	Sustainability
Lululemon Golf	Premium crossover golfwear with UK stores	£££	Mixed: 77% recycled polyester in 2024, but its single-use plastic target was dropped in late 2025
Macade Golf	Premium design-led golf kit	£££	None found: no recycled-content or certification claims in its product listings
Castore Golf	Athletic British golfwear at a lower price	££	None stated on its golf product pages
Ping Apparel	A complete on-course kit including waterproofs	££	Item by item: the Lindum polo is 100% recycled polyester, with no wider programme
Reflo	Recycled-fabric golf kit from a UK brand	££	High: 42–100% recycled polyester across core garments; no certifications named on its own pages
Röhnisch	Women's golf from a women's brand	£££	High: 94% of AW24 products met its preferred-materials criteria; fluorocarbon-free since 2015
Three Putt Golf	Golf streetwear for off the course	£–££	No recycled-content or eco claims; tees are 100% cotton
Stromberg Golf	A full weatherproof outfit on a budget	£	Some recycled polyester (the Knebworth polo is 90%); no certification stated

Summary

Lululemon has done a lot right for UK golfers. Its golf range is priced in pounds, sold from more than 20 UK stores, and comes with free returns and free hemming. The catch is the bill, and a range that still leaves gaps in the bag and the small print.

Macade chases the same customer with the same crossover look and a women's range, which is why it ranks first. Castore does athletic British kit for much less. Ping covers the rain, the winter and the junior in the family. Reflo builds its range around recycled fabric. Röhnisch does women's golf properly, and Stromberg dresses you for a wet round for less than one Lululemon jacket.

Three Putt takes the off-course end, the hoodies and tees, with free UK delivery. For more home-grown options, see our guide to UK 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 Lululemon Golf

Does Lululemon have a proper golf range in the UK?

Yes. Lululemon's "Designed for Golf" line launched in spring 2022, and lululemon.co.uk has separate men's and women's golf categories. They cover polos, golf trousers, shorts, skirts, a golf dress, layers, a waterproof golf jacket and caps. Several pieces are golf versions of its everyday lines, such as the ABC trouser. You can buy online or in its UK stores.

How much does Lululemon golf clothing cost in the UK?

At full price in October 2026, men's golf polos were £78–£88, the Soft Jersey Half Zip £88 and the Grand Standard long-sleeve crew £118. Golf trousers were £138, golf shorts £88, the men's Waterproof Golf Jacket £228 and caps £35. Women's polos ran £58–£78, skirts £88–£108 and the golf dress £128.

What are Lululemon's UK delivery and returns terms?

Standard UK delivery is free over £50 and £4 below that, and the £4 isn't refunded if you return the order. Returns are free within 30 days of receiving your order, unwashed and unworn with tags on. Headwear, gift cards, personalised items and anything hemmed or altered can't be returned, and in-store sale purchases are final.

Does Lululemon hem golf trousers for free?

Yes. Lululemon offers complimentary hemming on trousers at all its stores, with no tags or receipt needed, and says they are usually ready within a week. The catch is that hemmed or altered items are excluded from returns. Try the trousers on with your golf shoes, and be sure of the fit before you hand them over.

Who wears Lululemon on tour?

Min Woo Lee became the first male pro to sign an apparel deal with Lululemon in January 2024. Max Homa followed in January 2025, debuting the kit at The Sentry. Lydia Ko was the brand's LPGA ambassador from 2019 until around 2024. In September 2025, chief marketing officer Nikki Neuburger said the brand pays athletes less than its rivals.

Is Lululemon sustainable?

Partly. Its FY24 impact report, released in late 2025, removed a single-use plastic reduction target the company said it would not meet. Recycled polyester reached 77% of the polyester it bought, beating its target early. Nylon lags, with only 11% from recycled or renewable sources in 2024. UK stores also run a repair service with United Repair Centre.

How does Lululemon golf sizing work in the UK?

The UK site sells in US sizes, so check the size guide before ordering. ABC trousers come in a choice of fits with 30, 32 and 34-inch legs. The ShowZero polo comes in both Classic and Slim fits. If you're near a store, trying on is the safer route, especially for trousers you plan to have hemmed.