Taking their cue from players such as Grace Park, Maria Sharapova, Christie Kerr, today’s women athletes want to bring their best game and look good doing it. But smart athletes know that the best clothes don’t just look good, they also offer advances in protection, comfort, and function. The new tech apparel makes athletic clothing an important piece of equipment.

New athletic clothing lines, such as Lily’s of Beverly Hills, now offer clothes with UV protection. Even a cloudy day exposes athletes to harmful UV rays. Health experts have promoted the use of sunscreen and hats as a way to reduce UV ray exposure. But the fact that UV rays can also penetrate clothing has only recently been addressed. An outfit with UV protection, along with the use of standard precautions, can be a golfer’s ultimate defense against sun damage.

The new clothing lines also aim for superior comfort. Featuring attributes such as Hydrowick fabric treatments and anti-microbial protection, athletic outfits can now keep golfers dryer and more comfortable. Clothing made of cotton or synthetic fibers retain moisture and keep it close to the skin. This can be uncomfortable and unhygienic. The Hydrowick treatment wicks moisture away from the skin, providing a dryer, cooler feeling. The anti-microbial protection inhibits the growth of bacteria and odors...