Lyle and Scott leaves the golf course

The days when Lyle and Scott jumpers were worn by Brucey, Tarby and Ronnie Corbett have long gone. Lyle and Scott has left the golf course and found new fans in the bar, the nightclub and the football ground

For most of Lyle and Scott’s 125-year history, its lambswool and cashmere sweaters have been a staple of the golf course; modelled by celebrity aficionados like Bruce Forsyth, Jimmy Tarbuck and – as seen on TV – by Ronnie Corbett.

Over the last couple of years, though, Lyle and Scott sweaters are more likely to be found on the backs of the twentysomethings in your local bar or nightclub – and, in a revival of 1980s “casual” styles, your nearest football ground.

Lyle and Scott: knitwear revival

There’s no doubt that Lyle & Scott’s revival is partly because of a change in golf’s image. Dour professionals like Nick Faldo and Colin Montgomerie, and Timmy Mallet-inspired dressers like Darren Clarke, the young Jesper Parnevik and the late Payne Stewart, have given way to a generation of golfers dressed by J Lindeberg. The sport is no longer considered the sartorial bombsite it once was, and the fashion world has taken notice.

Similarly, from the safe distance of two decades and a protective barrier of sepia-tinted nostalgia, the clothes and styles of 1980s casuals has returned to football grounds (but not often, these days, the terraces), and Lyle and Scott knitwear has taken its place alongside Adidas kagoules and Stan Smiths in the wardrobe of the style-conscious football fan.

The classic knitwear labels worn in the 70s and 80s are being appropriated by a new crowd wanting to emulate the look – and Lyle & Scott is at the heart of the revival.

Quality always in fashion at Lyle and Scott

There is a long-held maxim in the clothing world that fashions come and go, and only style remains – and that saying holds true with Lyle and Scott.

Ever since the Lyle & Scott eagle appeared on the cashmere sweaters in 1967, it has represented a well-tailored garment made with high-quality materials and now thankfully offers everything from jumpers to mens leather wallets.

Lyle and Scott use only the best lamb’s wool or cashmere for their jumpers, and its shaped fit is deliberately fashioned to give the clothes an appeal beyond the golf clubhouse. And while the company remains dedicated to its top quality precepts, Lyle and Scott will always have its fans away from the golf course.

Men’s clothes for stylish holidays

Whether you’re planning a holiday in the height of summer, or you’re looking ahead to winter sun that chases the blues away, you’ll need to think about what to pack. Men’s clothes have gone through a real revolution over the past 10-15 years, which means that men can follow fashion just as closely as women when it comes to what to wear on the beach.

Men’s clothes – a summer revival

We all look forward to the days when we can reject chunky sweaters in favour of shorts and cooler t-shirts and shirts. If nothing else, it makes packing easier, and we can enjoy looking great by mixing and matching a range of men’s clothing by the latest designers, including:

• Ted Baker – with shorts that come to just above the knee in cool cotton and linen, and t-shirts with that distinctive laid-back Ted Baker look, you can invest in men’s clothes for the summer that will set you back less than you think and still look great. Add in some swimwear and sunglasses and you’re ready to go.

• Lyle and Scott – the recognisable eagle logo that perches on all Lyle and Scott men’s clothes defines the man who likes quality and comfort. Add a couple of Lyle and Scott’s classic polo shirts to your suitcase this summer.

• Henleys – loved for their funky t-shirts, Henleys is a great brand of men’s clothes for the summer. Take a look at their latest range and pair with shorts or good quality jeans for a great look.

• G-Star – The RAW brand from G-Star is one of the summer’s must-haves. New designs in high quality cotton are being snapped up and are the ideal choice for a man who cares about what he wears on holiday. Team t-shirts with a G-Star canvas belt or layer with a G-Star shirt and mens military boots for cooler evenings.

As far as men’s clothes are concerned, there’s no excuse for not looking great when you go away. With a wide range of choice at the designer end of the market, at prices you can afford, ditch your old summer gear and have fun buying a whole new range of summer men’s clothes that will make look and feel fantastic.