Bubba Golf clothing line no more

There's been a lot of talk that Tiger Woods didn't make sense as the face of old-person-car-producer Buick. But what about Bubba Watson representing and designing his own clothing line? Perhaps Steve & Barry's should have thought more carefully about that choice.

Golf Week is reporting that the affordable clothing store, which carries the Bubba Golf clothing line, is closing it's doors.

"Some people like black shirts, but I'm not big on the black shirts," Watson said when the clothing line launched in 2007. "I chose which colors I liked, which designs I liked, which stripe patterns, how many buttons I wanted. Down to every last stitch, I played a part in everything. Picking the tags, everything."

Watson showed off his handy work at the 2008 Masters tournament. Fashion Faux Pas Numero Uno: Hot pink. The coordination between his driver shaft and pants could be cute... if he were Paula Creamer. But even she wouldn't wear pink that hot. Two: Pleats. Three: The fit. Were these clothes made for John Daly or Watson? I'm not even going to mention the mint-ice-cream-colored visor or yellow alligator belt.

Perhaps Watson should take some cues from a player on tour who already knows how to dress.

(Photo: Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Comments

[Sport Haley Women's Golf Clothing]

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[Alena]

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[Alena]

I recently came across your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I don't know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.

Alena

http://www.smallbusinessavenues.com

[Alena]

I recently came across your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I don't know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.

Alena

http://www.smallbusinessavenues.com

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[Bill]

Guys like Bubba, Ian Poulter, Boo Weekly, and even Anthony Kim are refreshing to see out on tour. What is wrong wiht standing out in the crowd a little? I, for one, am sick of everyone dressing, looking, and swinging the same. Ever heard of Doug Sanders? He may not have won a slew of tournaments, but he is a memorable character in the history of modern golf because of his outfits. I hope someone else picks up Bubba's clothing line. Wal-Mart? Target? Sears? Any of them would be a great option for those of us that play the local muni's and refuse to pay the obscene amounts of money the "big names" charge. I'm with you St, why pay $65 when I can get the same quality from one of Bubba's shirts.

[ronald montesano]

Agree with ST...writer and CJ are constipated. Who gives a terd about pleats or not? More color equals more distinctiveness...I hated Payne Stewart the person but loved his unique look. CJ, have a brew and chill.

[DJ]

I just read an article on GolfWeek talking up the launch of his line at Steve & Barry's. How quickly they fall.

[cj]

omg...look at this guy trying to be hip and modern. His pants are hot pink but they are pleated...hello Bubba it's 2008? Pleated pants? Stick with golf, you look like a wannabe train wreck.

[St]

Dude, why so harsh? I have about twelve of the Bubba golf wicking shirts and they are my favorites. #1 they were a great deal;#2 they are super comfortable and don't have the past your elbow sleeve fit; #3 did I mention that they were very reasonably priced? Really, $65 bucks for an adidas or other shirt or $15 for a BUbba? Steve and Barry's will be missed.