Have Yourself a Merry LPGA Christmas

There are some wonderful new LPGA items that I'm hoping will magically find their way under my tree this holiday season. I've bragged about Golf Passion by Alfredo jewelry before and now they have some fun LPGA-licensed items that are perfect for the holidays.

The silver LPGA pendant is my favorite and it comes with a 17-inch chain. At $54 it is a great deal for top Italian craftsmanship. Golf Passion also offers matching earrings and label pin in this style. The design comes in solid silver, black and silver, and a more colorful version. There is a something for everyone, so check them all out.

Once I morphed into a golfing nut, I realized I desperately needed more cool belts. I'm all over Golf Passion's LPGA belt, which is available in white or black leather. I like my belts to stand out, so I prefer the more colorful one, but a more subtle version is also available. They are $104.

Golf Passion offers a large selection of Italian made women’s golf jewelry and golf gift items. All Golf Passion jewelry and gifts consist of premium materials such as solid silver, 24kt gold, cubic zirconia, full-grain leather, and hand-blown crystal. The details on these items are lovely. They have some excellent men's golf gifts too; their golf ball cuff links have Hubbie written all over them.

Golfing gals can bling out their look even more with an LPGA rhinestone T-shirt by Titania Golf. I think these shirts are fun and classy, and at $49 they are a wonderful, inexpensive gift for any golfing gal. They are available in black, white and red.

For gals who like sparkle, Titania has a huge selection of bling items available on their site. I think the "Golfaholic" design might be good for me many golfers. It is $49.

Titania also does custom-designed shirts, hats, visors, and towels for corporate golf events. Those interested should contact the company directly at Titaniagolf.com.

Growing Green: Forty New Retailers to Carry Lela Designs

Lela Designs (“Lela”), the eco‐friendly clothing company that is wholly‐owned by Greenscape, is finishing its Spring 2010 selling season and has confirmed that the line will appear in 40 new retailers this upcoming season. Prior to the Spring 2010 selling season, a total of 115 retailers in four different countries, were carrying the fashion forward, eco‐friendly line that can also be found on some of the world’s top golfers on the LPGA Tour.

Included in the 40 new stores carrying the line are two new Golf Town locations. Prior to this season, Lela could be found in eight Golf Town locations. Golf Town, founded in 1999, has grown to be Canada’s golf superstore and is one of the most prominent golf retailers in the world and one of the largest golf retailers in North America.

Greenscape Capital Group identifies and invests in companies in the eco‐friendly consumer space. Greenscape provides strategic capital and business advisory services to these companies to assist them in achieving their corporate and environmental goals. Additionally, Greenscape operates an eco‐consulting company, working to help outside companies make their operations more environmentally sustainable, socially responsible and
profitable.

Congratulations Lela!

Everyone Needs Some Golf Passion

The search is over! I have been hunting for some classy, blue box-worthy golf jewelry. I was about ready to give up and become a goldsmith, until I found Golf Passion.

Golf Passion is an Italian jewelry company that recently launched a new golf jewelry collection at the LPGA Golf Clinic for Women in White Plains, New York. The jewelry line is made in Correggio, Italy, and available in .925 grade silver and 24kt gold plate. Many of the items have a little cubic zirconia sparkle to them too, which I love.

There are golf-inspired necklaces, bracelets, pendants, earrings, and key chains. The quality is top-notch and the detailing is beautiful. My favorite line has a large golf ball pendant with cubic zirconias. I love the oval-link chain too. It's elegant but sturdy, and can be adjusted to different lengths. Most importantly, my hair doesn't get caught in the chain when I golf. I've had that problem with other jewelry.

I've added several of these pieces to my birthday wish list (Hubbie better be reading today). Each item can be purchased individually from Golf Passion, but they also offer three-piece earring, necklace and bracelet sets that are fantastic. I love my new 3-wood, but I can't wear it around my neck. Golf Passion lets me proudly show off my golf exuberance all the time.

There is a large selection of golfing jewelry at Golf Passion. Golfing Daughter is especially fond of the Angled I Heart Golf necklace. Golf Passion also has a licensing agreement with the LPGA in the works. Guys can get in on the fun too with some awesome golf cuff links and other gift items.

Again: Hubbie, are you listening?

Argyle–Shark Style

The President's Cup practice rounds get underway tomorrow at Harding Park Golf Course in San Francisco. As many of my readers know, I dig team competitions. Some argue that they are more exhibition, but I can't think of one player that wants to lose the President's Cup.

I think it's fun to see golf presented in a team fashion and with some spirit. Seeing what the players—and the WAGS—are wearing is always part of the fun. This year Greg Norman will be coaching the Internationals. He is also providing his design expertise, and the International team will be donning fashions by the Shark.
While I may be a patriotic girl, this international argyle definitely caught my eye. Seeing Mr. Villegas and Mr. Scott in modern argyle can't help but bring a smile to my face.

Which Is Cooler: Cat or Cart?

Puma surprised Nationwide player Rickie Fowler with this amazing golf cart at the Soboba Classic where the company announced he is joining "Team Cat." Not a bad welcome to professional golf for twenty-year old Mr. Master Fowler!

Workout with Greg Norman

Yoga? Weight Training? Running?

An Answer to all New Year's Resolutions...

Color Block Zip-Mock and Leisure Pant from Greg Norman Women's Collection. Both are recession proof at $69 each. Moisture-Wicking Nylon/Spandex Blend

Oakley: Protection & Personality

Sunglasses used to just be a cool accessory for me. The first pair of sunglasses I fell I love with was my 1980’s aviators. I wasn’t looking for eye protection; my idea of style was to look exactly like everyone else. This was before I believed in sunscreen too. I know, how completely not cool was I?

Then I branched out into some more high-fashion designer glasses. Sure I wanted my glasses to protect my cute little laugh lines from the sun, but I still didn’t care how they performed. My goal was to look as glamorous as possible at the beach and pool.

After my corrective eye surgery surgeries, sunglasses became mandatory to protect my eyes whenever I was outside. This was new territory for me. Previously, I never wore sunglasses while playing golf. I was worried that glasses would bother me while I played. Remember, I find dangly earrings a distraction on the course.

With Oakley I don't have to choose between style and performance. Oakley has always had a strong reputation for sports sunglasses, but now Oakley offers some incredibly hip eyewear that is ideal for golf too. Oakley's polarized lenses and patented High Definition Optics (HDO) have 100% protection from UV rays that also counteracts cataracts. The lenses also eliminate glare while keeping my vision clear and sharp. Many of my old sunglasses were dark and cloudy, and often gave me a headache.

I'm especially fond of how Oakley sunglasses are designed to protect that ever so delicate skin around your eyes from signs of aging. They are also tough and can save your eyes from errant shots. If a Shankapotomus fires a golf ball at your eyes, you better be wearing Oakley eyewear.

The Oakley Liv sunglasses are my favorite for the golf course. My Livs look more like a work of art. They are made of a lightweight C-5 alloy that is meticulously hand assembled and hand polished. I honestly forget I am wearing glasses when I golf with them because they are so light and comfortable. Plus, I putt better because the lenses enhance my ability to see the contour of the greens. I have never been able to do that with my other glasses.

My favorite off-the-course glasses are Oakley as well. Check out Dangerous and Script styles. They are awesome on the beach as well as on the links. Oakley offers an endless variety of cool eyewear—including custom glasses. There is something for everyone.