Metalwood Studio

Founded 2017 · Los Angeles, California, USA

Apparel & Footwear

#80

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Metalwood Studio launched in Los Angeles in 2017 with a singular focus: channeling the aesthetic energy of 1990s professional golf into contemporary apparel and accessories. The brand treats the '90s tour era, Tiger's early years, loud patterns, oversized fits, and unapologetic branding, as a design goldmine, mining that period for inspiration while filtering it through modern streetwear sensibilities. The result is apparel that feels intentionally retro, nostalgic, and deeply connected to a specific moment in golf culture. Metalwood's collections include graphic-heavy tees, windbreakers, bucket hats, and accessories featuring bold color blocking, vintage-inspired logos, and references to '90s tour culture. The brand name itself is a nod to early driver technology, and the entire aesthetic is built around the swagger and exuberance of that era. It's not subtle or minimal, it's loud, playful, and designed for golfers who see the '90s as golf's stylistic peak rather than an embarrassing relic. The brand has built a loyal following among younger golfers and those participating in the broader golf culture revival. Metalwood appeals to the same audience drawn to Malbon, Macklemore's Bogey Boys, and other lifestyle-first golf brands, but with a more specific historical anchor. The '90s nostalgia isn't just aesthetic, it's cultural, tapping into a time when golf felt more accessible, less precious, and more fun. Metalwood Studio occupies a narrow but enthusiastic segment: vintage golf aesthetics for the modern streetwear generation. It's not trying to be sophisticated or performance-driven; it's celebrating a specific vibe and inviting customers to participate in that energy. For golfers who grew up idolizing '90s Tiger, watching old tour broadcasts, and collecting vintage Nike and FootJoy gear, Metalwood offers new product that feels rooted in that same spirit, proof that nostalgia, when done right, can be a legitimate design strategy.