The Style At The 2013 US Open

The Style At The 2013 US Open

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Every now and then there comes an event that requires one to put almost everything else on hold.  For me right now that is the 2013 US Open at Merion Golf Club.   I am in the fortunate position that I live only a few miles from the course and I am also volunteering as a hole marshal so I have spent considerable time on the grounds this week.  On Monday I pretty much felt like I was on the set of Jumanji, torrential rain started the day off.  You can see in the photos below how strong the storm surge was, the water only continued to recede.  Upon conclusion of the storm an army of groundskeepers descended upon the course pumping out bunkers, squeegeeing off fairways, clearing debris etc…

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Flooding behind the 13th during the storm.
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After the storm behind 13.
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Flooding to the side of 13 during the storm.
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After the storm to the side of 13.
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Bunker before repair.
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Bunker after repair.
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13 during repair.
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4 during repair.  Note squad pumping out the bunkers.
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1 post storm.  There are not supposed to be streams running across the fairway.

And then in contrast, the weather on Wednesday was flawless…

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17 pt I.
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17 pt 2. The quarry.
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17 pt III.

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11.

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In reference to Philadelphia's recent tragedy.  God forbid politics don't make some appearance...
In reference to Philadelphia’s recent tragedy. God forbid politics don’t make an appearance…
diablos bbq
If you are attending the Open I highly recommend leaving the grounds and getting bbq from Diablos. They are posted up on the west end of Ardmore Ave.
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In waiting.

But enough of the mise en scene of the legendary Merion Gold Club.  Onto the style.

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Pretty sure Sean Foley is praying to god that Tiger wins…  But Jesus, how awful is that over sized belt buckle…
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Crick’s caddy is the man.

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And now for the spectators.  Oh, there were some gems…  A little disappointing, to be honest.  But luckily, there were some people who actually dressed well.  I’ll throw in a few comments here and there.

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This dude’s mustache was out of control. As a sidenote, why don’t players rock go to hell pants anymore?
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Rain gear on Thursday.
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Marshal rain gear.
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Paisley, well played.

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Another excellent footwear selection.
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Loving the Bean Boots.
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MILF pt I.
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There is a rather extensive list of prohibited items for the tournament (cell phones, weapons, cameras, coolers etc). I do not understand why cargo shorts are not on that list.

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Scope the bro in the short sleeve dress shirt. Not sure how I feel about that.
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Legend.
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Someone didn’t get the memo they were going to watch golf, not basketball.
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One of the few things I dislike more on a golf course than cargo pants are cargo shorts.

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White trash pt I.
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Marshall gear.

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Lilly.
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Why this man’s wife would ever let him out of the house in camo cargo shorts is beyond me.  And then to top it off he has a phone case on his belt.  This man is beyond redemption.
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White trash pt II.
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Not even sure what to say about the doofus wearing mid calf socks and boat shoes…

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MILF pt II.
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And the most appropriate choice of footwear award goes to…
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Reds.

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Do they not make tactical vests in XXL?

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Needlepoint.

To the weekend,

-JLJ

6 COMMENTS

  1. I may only be 15 but these people appall me. I grew up in a poor home, I dont get alot of fancy clothes, but at least I can match. I dont think 90% of these people can do that. And to the pic labeled “white trash pt 2” I think she should get a couple brownie points, that was Dale Earnhardt’s number. Dale Earnhardt was the man.

  2. I must say there was some beautiful ladies wearing Burberry rain boots. Both stylish and practical for a muddy gallery.

  3. Its such as you read my mind! You seem to grasp a lot about this, like you wrote the guide
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  4. Great post, saw you’re in the mainline area, any recommendations on tailors? Got an indochino suit that needs touched up or remade and would love to get a great tailor’s opinion.

    • Ian,
      Paris Tailor in ardmore. Birhan, I believe is his name. His english is not great, but his work and rates are superb, as far as I’m concerned. He gravitates toward a more conservative style so keep that in mind when asking alterations, be assertive with your requests if you need to be. But obviously be kind, he is a very nice man.
      -JLJ

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