Charleston Weekends: Golf, Oysters, and Coastal Style

Charleston Weekends: Golf, Oysters, and Coastal Style

There’s something unmistakable about a Charleston weekend—the slow rhythm of the tides, the hum of live oaks in the wind, and the way the light catches the pastel facades downtown. For those who live for both the game and the good life, Charleston offers a rare blend of golf, culture, and coastal sophistication. It’s a place where a morning on the fairways easily turns into an afternoon oyster roast or a sunset cocktail by the harbor. And it’s this effortless transition—from course to coast—that inspires Harlestons to create apparel as versatile and refined as the city itself.

Start your weekend just outside the city at Kiawah Island Club or The Ocean Course, where rolling dunes and Atlantic breezes create a golf experience unlike any other. Here, the game feels elemental—each shot shaped by wind and tide. The Ocean Course, a Ryder Cup and PGA Championship venue, challenges players not only with its layout but with its beauty. It’s the kind of setting that pairs perfectly with the Harlestons Traveler Jacket—light enough for a sea breeze, polished enough for a post-round drink on the veranda.

After the round, Charleston invites you to slow down. Head to Shem Creek for oysters and local beer as boats glide past the docks, or to The Obstinate Daughter on Sullivan’s Island for coastal Italian fare with a Southern twist. The atmosphere in Charleston is never hurried—it’s intentional, laid-back, and refined, much like the Harlestons lifestyle. Evenings are for linen shirts, tailored pullovers, and easy sophistication that transitions seamlessly from dinner to the cobblestoned strolls of lower King Street.

For a quieter afternoon, explore Charleston’s historic neighborhoods—Broad Street, The Battery, and South of Broad—where the architecture itself tells a story of tradition and craftsmanship. These scenes of old brick, iron gates, and soft pastel hues mirror the aesthetic behind Harlestons’ collections: timeless design, muted tones, and thoughtful detail. Each color we introduce—from Sea Island Blue to Dewberry—echoes the city’s coastal landscapes and its effortless sense of balance between history and modernity.

A Charleston weekend isn’t just a getaway—it’s a lesson in living well. It’s golf played against a backdrop of salt marshes, meals that stretch into conversation, and style that feels natural, never forced. Whether you’re teeing off at dawn or unwinding at dusk, Harlestons captures that same sense of ease and refinement. Because in Charleston, as in life, true style isn’t about standing out—it’s about belonging exactly where you are.

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