Author Archives: Surf Colletive

ONCE UPON A TIME… IN BAJA

PHOTOS BY SINUHE XAVIER Photos by Sinuhe XavierSurfers: @camillewerner, @twinfinwizard, @rexandthecity_ Camper vans provided by Texino Los Angeles, CA.

Malibu’s Surfrider Matthew Goodwin

5 Sep ’19

Malibu Surfrider could quite possibly be the most sophisticated way to experience the Californian dream. Continue reading →

Riley Harper, One of Hollywood’s Most Supreme Stuntmen

29 Aug ’19

Riley Harper’s lifestyle embodies everything that you dreamed of growing up, having worked on big films such as Point Break, performing dangerous tricks on motorcycles and flipping cars, performing as a stunt double on the set of Iron Man, Captain America and The Fast and the Furious. Just to name a few. Continue reading →

HERBIE FLETCHER; ON HONESTY, WHY SOCIAL MEDIA IS OVERRATED, AND FAILURE

28 Aug ’19

Photos by: Sinuhe Xavier The Fletcher Family, a multi-generational group of pioneers, has been a staple in the surf and skate cultures for decades, with an influence that has pushed into fashion, music, streetwear and art. To pay tribute to … Continue reading →

Industry of All Nations: The Brand Resisting The Culture of Disposable Fashion

1 Aug ’19

It may come as a surprise to many that the environmental impact of making clothes – particularly cheap clothes – is enormous. Thankfully there is a large, new wave of designers resisting this culture of disposable fashion with brands such as Industry Of All Nations leading us into the future of fashion. Continue reading →

Matilde Viegas

JANUARY 2019 PLAYLIST: FEATURING 2PAC, NICKI MINAJ, ISLANDIS, BLASKO, SAINT JHN AND MORE

6 Jan ’19

JANUARY 2019 PLAYLIST Our World by Islandis Won’t Be by Ivey Mile High by CLICHE and JACHARY Staying Alive by C.C. Productions (Saturday Night Fever) Which Way To Paradis – Bosq Remix by Poolside, Bosq California Love – Original Version … Continue reading →

HAPPY HAPPY HOLIDAYS MIX: DESTINY’S CHILD, RUN-D.M.C. KURTIS BLOW

13 Dec ’18

Christmas in Hollis by Run-D.M.C. Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag (known wolf – Agami Remix) by James Brown and Agami Santa’s Got a Bag of Soul by The Poets of Rhythm Santa’s Got a Sweet Tooth by The Dip … Continue reading →

ROCKAWAY, NEW YORK: SUMMER SWELL THANKS TO HURRICANE GERT

17 Aug ’17

Photography by Aaron Austin In New York City when a summer swell rolls in as good as our last (clean with some size thanks to Hurricane Gert) you drop whatever you’re doing and head to your break of choice. In … Continue reading →

ISLAND TIME

10 Aug ’17

Photographer: AARON AUSTIN Model: BRUNA GOMEZ Swimwear by APRICOSS Bikini by NIRVANIC SWIM Bikini by MAAJI SWIMWEAR Swimwear by APRICOSS Swimwear by NIRVANIC SWIMWEAR

MAY THE SUN ALWAYS SHINE WARMLY ON YOUR FACE

14 Jun ’17

Photographer: RICARDO BEAS @ SEEN ARTISTS Stylist: DAMIEN VAUGHAN SHIPPEE @ HALLEY RESOURCES All wardrobe by THADDEUS O’NEIL Phillip wears socks by Falke, shoes by Converse Tayler wears sunglasses by See Eyewear, shoes by GREATS Christopher wears Sunglasses by See … Continue reading →

SUMMER RECIPES: MAKING SALMON POKE BOWLS WITH CLEAN FOOD DIRTY CITY

13 Jun ’17

By: Gabrielle Vigoreaux Photos By: Aaron Austin One glance at Lily Kunin’s immensely popular Instagram, @cleanfooddirtycity, and I’ve got a wicked case of lunch envy (and breakfast and dinner envy while we’re at it). Yes, there are plenty of those … Continue reading →

STYLE-LIST, DJ AND EVENT PRODUCER, MAY KWOK ON HER STYLE STAPLES

7 Jun ’17

NEW YORK DJ & EVENT PRODUCER Event Producer by day and DJ by night, May Kwok has been making waves in New York since she first hit the social scene at 13. With her finger firmly on the pulse of … Continue reading →

MAY 2017 SURF COLLECTIVE PLAYLIST: FEATURING MICHAEL CHRISTMAS, MAGGIE ROGERS, BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB, AND MANY MORE

30 Apr ’17

1. Bayonne – Fallss 2. Day Wave – Promises 3. Jaymes Young – Stoned On You 4. RAC, Rostam – This Song 5. Buena Vista Social Club – Chan Chan 6. Maggie Rogers – On + Off 7. Future Islands, Debbie Harry – Shadows 8. Beast Coast – Be Yourself 9. U2 – Last Night On … Continue reading →

THE BEST OF THE BEST HAWAIIAN TEES TO GET YOU READY FOR SUMMER

7 Apr ’17

With the weather warming up, the days getting longer, and summer being just around the corner, it’s time to pull out the quintessential summer shirt – the Hawaiian. With style icons like Tom Cruise, Tom Selleck, and Christian Slater in the pack, we’ve got this season’s … Continue reading →

APRIL 2017 SURF COLLECTIVE PLAYLIST: FEATURING ALT-J, COLOURING, MIDDLE KIDS, AND MANY MORE

3 Apr ’17

1. Yumi Zouma – Keep It Close To Me – Cyril Hahn Remix 2. Retro Culture – Weekend 3. Mac Miller, Anderson .Paak – Dang! (feat. Anderson .Paak) 4. Poolside – Everything Goes 5. alt-J – 3WW 6. Jamiroquai, Fred Falke – Cloud 9 7 . Fink – Looking Too Closely 8. Roosevelt … Continue reading →

TALKING SUNWEAR STYLE WITH WYETH EYEWEAR’S, STEFANIE HELEVA

26 Mar ’17

By: Nico Klimek The beach bums living a double life in the city always seem to exude a certain coolness. In the warmer weather they stand out with their sun-stained skin and an ease in their step that makes it … Continue reading →

RIVAY’S APOCALYPSE NOW INSPIRED SS17 COLLECTION IS JUST AS AWESOME AS YOU WOULD THINK

25 Mar ’17

Menswear brand Rivay does it again with their newest collection. Inspired by Francis Ford Coppola’s famed movie, Apocalypse Now, Rivay’s Jon Ruti explains how and why he drew so many elements and ideas from the film. From the colorways in each … Continue reading →

SIERRA QUITIQUIT: HOW THIS TRIPLE THREAT USED TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS AS THE FUEL FOR SUCCESS

14 Mar ’17

When we think of athletes, we often forget that their talents can extend far beyond just their physical abilities. Sierra Quitiquit, the widely known and acclaimed big-mountain skier, is often a victim of this as she is anything but just an athlete. From … Continue reading →

MARCH 2017 SURF COLLECTIVE PLAYLIST: FEATURING MAJOR LAZER, GLASSIO, LORDE, AND MANY MORE

5 Mar ’17

1. SAINt JHN – Reflex 2. Big Sean, Jeremih – Light 3. Kygo, Selena Gomez – It Ain’t Me 4. Animal Collective – Kinda Bonkers 5. Dent May – Face Down In The Gutter Of Your Love 6. Cold War … Continue reading →

A HIDDEN SURF SHOP IN THE HEART OF PARIS

28 Feb ’17

By: Paige Kershaw Tucked away in the heart of Le Marais district of Paris, on a cobblestone road called Rue Froissart, lies a dreamy Parisian surf shop named Cuisse de Grenouille. This isn’t a place you would stumble upon, while … Continue reading →

A PICTURE PERFECT LOVE STORY: PANIA ROSE & THADDEUS O’NEIL | COUPLES WE LOVE

13 Feb ’17

Love. It is the four letter word that we strive to find in this world of constant chaos, but which proves to be a difficult feat for many of us. Therefore, if and when we do find true love, we must be smart enough … Continue reading →

FEBRUARY 2017 SURF COLLECTIVE PLAYLIST: FEATURING ARCADE FIRE, LIV, CRYSTAL FIGHTERS, AND MANY MORE

29 Jan ’17

1. Andrew McMahon – So Close 2. Pure Bathing Culture – Pray For Rain 3. Still Corners – Horses at Night 4. Vesuvio Solo – Flakes 5. The Heydaze – Hurt Like Hell 6. Spoon – Hot Thoughts 7. The xx – I Dare You 8. Flagship – Mexican Jackpot 9. Kings of Leon – Back Down … Continue reading →

DESIGNER ROBERT MCKINLEY WORKS HIS MAGIC ON THIS REVIVED MONTAUK HOME

22 Jan ’17

Robert McKinley is by far one of the most talented and innovative designers to emerge in the architecture, hospitality, and interior design space. No matter what he puts his creative touch on, whether it be a restaurant like Sant Ambroeus, a nightlife … Continue reading →

JANUARY 2017 SURF COLLECTIVE PLAYLIST: FEATURING CHANCE THE RAPPER, THE XX, THE SUGARCUBES, AND MANY MORE

12 Jan ’17

1. TOKiMONSTA – Steal My Attention 2. Shelby Lynne – She Knows Where She Goes 3. Dillon Francis – Anywhere 4. Martin Solveig – Places 5. Black Marble – Frisk 6. Yumi Zouma – Barricade 7. Julio Bashmore – Holding On … Continue reading →

STYLE-LIST: CANDICE MILLER AND JENNA CRESPI, SISTERS REDEFINING MODERN MOTHERHOOD IN STYLE

13 Dec ’16

With full-time jobs spanning the fields of law and fashion startups, it is often difficult to find time to pursue your passion projects, especially when factoring in building a family as well. That’s why we often find ourselves commending those who take … Continue reading →

DECEMBER 2016 SURF COLLECTIVE PLAYLIST: FEATURING JIM JAMES, NICK MURPHY, A TRIBE CALLED QUEST, AND MANY MORE

28 Nov ’16

1. Here In Spirit – Jim James 2. Bounce Back – Big Sean 3. How?? – The Flaming Lips 4. On Hold – The xx 5. Distant Shores – Porcelain Raft 6. In the Wild – Haarm 7. Another Chance … Continue reading →

8 IMAGES THAT PROVE WHY ALBERT FREY’S HOME IS PALM SPRINGS PERFECTION

10 Nov ’16

Born in Switzerland, Albert Frey was a man with an modernist vision that was way beyond his years and who is now known as one of the founding architects of Palm Springs. After being commissioned for a project in the California desert, … Continue reading →

NOVEMBER 2016 SURF COLLECTIVE PLAYLIST: FEATURING KID FREUD, FLOCK OF DIMES, KINGS OF LEON, AND MANY MORE

3 Nov ’16

1. Muizenberg – John Wizards 2. My Only Swerving – El Ten Eleven 3. Weightless – Waylayers 4. Watch Me – Labi Siffre 5. On and On – Mackintosh Braun 6. Seconds – Ghost Loft 7. Floating There – Concorde … Continue reading →

OCTOBER 2016 SURF COLLECTIVE PLAYLIST: FEATURING FRANK OCEAN, BIG GIGANTIC, STRFKR, AND MANY MORE

6 Oct ’16

1. Arrows – Love Thy Brother Remix – Mas Ysa 2. An Echo In – The Sea and Cake 3. American Eyes – Promises Ltd. 4. LUV – Tory Lanez 5. Kite – Nick Heyward 6. All of Me – … Continue reading →

STYLE-LIST: KATIE DURKO, SOCIAL MEDIA MAVEN AND WEST COAST BEAUTY, SHARES HER EDGY AND LAID-BACK BEACH STYLE

2 Oct ’16

Living in this age of technology, it isn’t uncommon to become friends with someone through social media, in fact, I’d say it is almost pretty normal! And as much as we sometimes hate it, social media can bring a lot … Continue reading →

KATE & ROBERT MCKINLEY: FINDING LOVE IN RELIEF | COUPLES WE LOVE

2 Oct ’16

Dating can often feel like an impossible game, especially when you’ve been doing it for a while. However, one of the reasons we love doing the Couples We Love segment is because it reaffirms that true love exists all around us … Continue reading →

DANIEL ARSHAM’S FIRST SOLO EXHIBIT, CIRCA 2345, IS NOTHING SHORT OF A BIG SUCCESS

25 Sep ’16

On September 15th, 2016, one of the most formidable artists of our time, Daniel Arsham, opened his first solo exhibit at Galerie Perrotin entitled “Circa 2345.” Each of his pieces are different, yet contain the elements of his unique artistry that we so … Continue reading →