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Surfing has influenced fashion for decades, evolving from a niche subculture into a global style movement. But to make a stylish figure on the board, it's not just about the outfit - it's about technique, and that only comes with training! (Find a brief timeline of surfing's impact on fashion below.)

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Image: The picture was generated by Fashion.at via Microsoft Copilot, Bing on February 10, 2025. The picture shows Cytara on her windsurf board wearing a white long pants neoprene suit. The scene is a panoramic view of the Alps on a sunny, windy day at noon inspired by the Austrian landscape.


Timeline of surfing's impact on fashion

From its humble beginnings as functional surf gear to inspiring luxury collections, surf fashion has shaped and been shaped by mainstream fashion trends. Whether in performance wetsuits or designer surfboards, the fusion of surf culture and fashion continues to evolve.

1920s – 1940s: The Birth of Surf Culture
Surfing, originally practiced by Polynesians for centuries, gained popularity in Hawaii and California in the early 20th century.
The first swimwear brands started designing streamlined swimsuits, catering to surfers and beachgoers.

1950s – 1960s: The Rise of Surf Style
Post-WWII, surf culture became fashionable in California and Australia. Brands began producing surf-specific apparel, such as boardshorts and T-shirts.
The "Beach Boys" aesthetic - casual Hawaiian shirts, relaxed shorts, and sun-bleached hair - became fashionable beyond the surf scene.

1970s – 1980s: The Boom of Surf Brands
International brands dedicated to surfing emerged. They created technical surfwear such as wetsuits and high-performance board shorts.
The laid-back surf aesthetic influenced mainstream fashion, introducing loose, vibrant designs and casual beachwear.

1990s – 2000s: Surfwear Goes Mainstream
Brands like Roxy brought women's surf fashion to the forefront, combining function with femininity.
Surf-inspired streetwear, such as oversized T-shirts, cargo shorts, and flip-flops, became everyday fashion.
Luxury fashion took notice, and collections were developed as crossovers of surf culture and high fashion.

2010s – Present: Surf Aesthetic in Luxury & Sustainability
High-fashion brands have incorporated surf-inspired prints, wetsuit-style dresses, and neoprene materials.
Sustainable surf brands set new standards for eco-friendly surfwear.

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