Jason Day Will Wear Bird Print at the Masters as Malbon Continues to Push Fashion Limits Stephen Malbon, the fashion-forward creative behind Jason Day’s iconic 2024 Masters look, is once again redefining the boundaries of golf attire for the 2026 tournament. This time, the designer is drawing inspiration from the avian life of Augusta National Golf Club, crafting a vibrant bird-print ensemble for Day that includes shirts, vests, and a coat. The collection features a striking array of species, including scarlet tanagers, orioles, eastern bluebirds, cardinals, blue jays, golden finches, and the red-headed woodpecker—a symbol of the Cherokee tribe in Georgia. Malbon, who has been sending audio files of bird calls to Day for six months, believes the sounds and visuals of nature can enhance the golfer’s performance. “If you’re on the course and you’re tuned in with nature and know the sounds of birds, you’ll make more birdies,” he says, emphasizing the connection between the natural world and the sport. The ensemble, however, is not without controversy. While Day’s shirt, vest, and coat are adorned with the bird prints, the club has requested he wear solid-colored pants instead of matching patterns. Malbon explains that the decision was made to balance the boldness of the upper garments with a more traditional look for the lower half. “It’s a compromise,” he says, noting that the vest he’ll wear on Wednesday is designed like a birding jacket, complete with a pocket for binoculars. The design reflects Malbon’s broader philosophy of merging cultural and natural elements into golf fashion, a concept he has championed since the 2024 Masters, when Day was asked to remove his vest during the event. Beyond the clothing, Malbon’s vision extends to the Masters week itself.#augusta_national_golf_club #jason_day #stephen_malbon #malbon_house #cherokee_tradition
Augusta National Flags Jason Day's Malbon Outfit Again at Masters Jason Day, the Australian golfer and former world No. 1, faced another scrutiny from Augusta National Golf Club over his Malbon Golf attire during the 2026 Masters Tournament. The incident marks the second time this year that the club has raised concerns about his outfit, following a similar issue in 2024. Day, who is set to compete in his 15th Masters, was spotted wearing a bird-themed ensemble from Malbon Golf during his practice round on Monday. The outfit, part of the "Birds of Georgia" collection, featured a top adorned with various bird species, including orioles, cardinals, and woodpeckers. While the matching pants were reportedly part of the design, Augusta National reportedly requested that Day switch to solid-colored pants instead. The controversy echoes a previous situation in 2024, when Day wore a vest with the slogan "No. 313. Malbon Golf Championship" during his practice round. The club had asked him to remove the garment, and Day complied, stating that his agent received instructions to do so. This year’s incident appears to follow a similar pattern, with Day’s agent reportedly informing him of Augusta National’s request. Day, who has a history of navigating the club’s dress code, has previously acknowledged the importance of adhering to traditions at the Masters. Malbon Golf founder Stephen Malbon defended the design, explaining that the bird-themed outfits were inspired by Native American beliefs. He told Sports Illustrated that each bird symbolizes a different meaning, and the collection was intended to connect players with nature. "If you are on the course and you are tuned in with nature and know the sounds of birds, you’ll make more birdies," Malbon said.#augusta_national_golf_club #jason_day #malbon_golf #stephen_malbon #birds_of_georgia
