Jack Nicklaus Golf Apparel launches Spring 2008 collection

New York, NY, August 2007 - Jack Nicklaus Golf Apparel launches a striking Spring 2008 collection that highlights vivid color stories. Taking its cues from the iconic golf legend, style and performance harmonize to create a signature collection for both on and off the course. Inspired by the 18 major championships that Nicklaus won during his legendary career, Spring 2008 is comprised of two lines that pay homage to his storied victories: Performance 18 and Legacy 18.

Performance 18 features lightweight, highly breathable technical fabrics that incorporate Coolplus® technology. This cutting-edge, moisture-management system allows perspiration to wick away from the skin, keeping you cool, dry, and comfortable. Beyond wind and water resistance, Jack Nicklaus Signature Outerwear offers enhanced breathability, full body lining and soft molded zipper pulls showcasing the Golden Bear logo.

Legacy 18 represents the highest quality in pure fiber golf styles. This assortment features double-mercerized cotton knits, Italian merino wool sweaters, pima cotton argyles and Scottish cashmere. Harken back to Jack's final-round performance at Augusta National in the 1986 Masters, by sporting a 100-percent cotton double-mercerized shirt with a tailored collar in lemon. The longer placket adds to its retro feel. Complete with a Golden Bear on the left chest pocket, this offering is reminiscent of the shirt that earned a green jacket over its shoulders and its own place in history.

Each line spans three color stories, influenced by three breathtaking Jack Nicklaus Signature Courses. Blue skies and blooming pink cherry blossoms at The Peninsula Golf & Country Club on The Indian River Bay inspire a revitalizing navy, fuchsia and white color combination. The clear turquoise waters and tropical vegetation of the Caribbean play as the perfect backdrop to the luxurious Punta Espada Golf Course at Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic. A color story of blue, white and green will sweep you away to a world of swaying palm trees and soft island breezes. At Desert Mountain in Scottsdale, the warmth of the setting desert sun inspires a sunflower, white and tangerine color story.

All Jack Nicklaus Golf Apparel products are backed by the Hartmarx commitment to quality and excellence. The Hartmarx Corporation produces and markets business, casual, and golf apparel for both men and women through a broad range of retail channels.