The Green Designs of Lela

Lela Designs was founded in January 2006, after Tina Hofer recognized a need for a fashionable, eco-luxury lifestyle line. This Canadian company utilizes fabrics from organic cotton, bamboo, and PET (recycled, clear pop bottles). However, this green company doesn’t sacrifice style or beauty in its clothing. Lela also donates a portion of each garment to CAMFED International (The Campaign for Female Education) to help further African women’s rights to have an education.

What we love

The Ruby Sleeveless shirt offers feminine lines and refined detailing. It has streamlined pin tucks down the front and a flattering empire cut.

The Christy Capri is a knee-length capri pant with a slim waistband, plenty of pockets, and vertical seams that elongate the body. Beautiful organic cotton sateen weave makes these capris a must have for the course this season. Lela’s shorts and pants have nice, wide belt loops along with an oversized back belt loop that features an elegant embroidered Lela logo.

Golfability

The Ruby Sleeveless shirt is made with a moisture-wicking, naturally antibacterial bamboo material and is a great option to keep you cool and polished on the course.

Details such as tee holders and stylish triple topstitching on the back pockets demonstrate a designer that knows golf.

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The organic cotton Maka Polo with capped sleeves and four sparkling rhinestone buttons. Also, Lela’s Kathie Short takes a fresh twist on plaid with soft colors and hint of metallic shimmer.

Where to buy

Lela Designs

The Eyes of GG Blue 2009

The GGBlue collection began in January 2004, when Patti Varrelmann sought clothes that were not limited to golfing, but that would transition from day to night for today’s busy, energetic woman. The GGBlue collection has evolved into a full women’s lifestyle brand with clothes that transcend activities and have a special elegance about them. The line is named after the blue eyes of Patti’s daughter, Georgia Grace. It is an extensive collection ranging from versatile separates and basics, to flirty dresses and accessories. The entire collection is inspired by femininity, positive energy and happiness.

What we love

The Nina Knicker in Citron Stripe. Don’t let the old-fashioned name fool you. The Nina Knicker is a beautifully updated, classic pant that falls just a couple inches below the knee. The citron pinstripe is superbly subtle on an airy gray. It has an oversized waistband that is flattering and comfortable. The wide cuff on these pants makes them even more luxurious. Lisa P Tee, in white with citron, is our pick to complete this outfit.

The Bermuda Short in Green Paisley. This Bermuda short has a vibrant paisley print in a slimming cut. Varrelmann handpicks prints from Italy and it shows. This short properly sports four pockets for the golfing gal.

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The Alice sweater is super flattering and fits nicely under a golf collar. Many of the GG Blue shirts have an extra long placket that lends a great sophistication along with GGBlue silver logo buttons that sport an art-deco inspired flower.

Golfability

This collection has a huge selection of garments that take you brilliantly from course to town. They have all the right pockets and allow for plenty of movement. You feel so good in these clothes, that your swing must look better. The fabrics at GGBlue are simply sumptuous. They are imported from Europe and feel truly decadent, yet they are made to wash and wear require no dry cleaning.

Where to buy

GGBlue online store

(Photos include: Bermuda Short in Green Paisley with GG Polo Short Sleeve Three Way- white, navy, green, and the Alice sweater. Second photo is the Nina Knicker in Citron Stripe and Lisa P Tee White with Citron)