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2 Powerful Secrets to Skyrocketing Your Streetwear or Urban Clothing Line’s Success

You’re probably looking at this article post because you’re either: The owner of a startup clothing line; A passionate marketer for a particular streetwear or urban clothing company or you are just hungry for knowledge.

Well, consider this article your golden nugget; an absolute food for thought. I’m about to share with you my secrets on achieving success inside today’s unforgiving fashion business. I will discuss you with you in detail, my step to step model I implemented to catapult my hip hop and streetwear clothing line LUXLIVIN “Livin that luxury” to global recognition.

So let’s get to it. Welcome to Part one of my personal guide to scoring “Streetwear successs. Firstly, I would like to start by thanking the internet, yes, the internet which I capitalized on to garner an international presence at such an unexpected rate. It is probably the most effective and cost efficient method towards not only building brand recognition globally, but to also sky rocket your sales volume, gain more business opportunities, diversify your network, and most importantly, save more time.

Before launching my own streetwear clothing line, I heavily scrutinized like Bathing Ape, Billionaire Boys Club, Crooks and castles, Supreme, Ed Hardy etc. They are all very prominent figures planted inside today’s clothing landscape.

You know what they all have in common? A strong brand image, value, and concept behind it. These brands all created and sold a “lifestyle”. Crooks and castles sold a story and theme. Whatever it was, their product and brand image all represented a part of people’s need. This triggered an inner desire to shell out a few, or even hundreds of dollars just to pop the tags of these famous brand products.

Today, brands which are traditionally more urban focused are working to blend elements of hip hop, streetwear, skate, surf, snowbrands together. Brands with such cross over appeal consists of L-R-G, Live Mechanics, and Troop.

My recommendation here in Part I would be to encourage all owners to consider internet marketing as a vital move, while setting sights on not just diversifying your product range, but also your brand image.

Andrew Wang is CEO, artist, producer, and designer of LUXLIVIN Entertainment; A Global Hip Hop Music and Streetwear Clothing Company. He also has years of experience in internet marketing, and is well-respected amongst the world’s caliber of young budding entrepreneurs today.

Check out the LUXLIVIN Hip Hop Music & Streetwear Clothing Movement at: http://www.luxlivinonline.com

You can also visit his Myspace profile page at: http://www.myspace.com/allurrespace

About the Author

Hey, ‘m Andrew Wang (Allurre). Currently CEO/Artist/Designer/Producer of LUXLIVIN ENTERTAINMENT A Global Hip Hop Music & Streetwear Clothing Company.

I’ve worked for Sony BMG Thailand as an Artist and A&R; and I’m now signed under Asiasounds.

To keep it brief, I songwrite,produce,dance, and fashion design. I also conduct most business operations including internet marketing, networking, and public relations for LUXLIVIN.

If you ever need free consultation or advices on improving your business plan, I will be more than honored to assist.

Please visit:
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What is atwater clothing company? (Skating, Surfing…?)?

I recently went to pacsun and purchased an atwater hoodie because of how plain it was. It’s hard to find a regular zip hoodie that fits that good. There are some symbols on the side similar but not exactly like the arrow ranks you see in the military (i.e. corporal, Sergeant, staff sgt..). I have looked “atwater” up online but find nothing about their clothes. Can you tell me anything about this MYSTERY company?

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Online Apparel Shopping Store and Online Clothes Shopping

These days, there is so much scarcity of time that people don’t even get the time to go and shop for themselves. Everyone is so occupied with work that they would rather sit at home and shop online in order to save time. There are so many online shopping stores which offer you the convenience to buy products over the internet. You can search for a product of your choice by surfing the website of the retailer. You can also search different retailers using shopping search engines.

The range of products varies from apparel, accessories, footwear, electronics, to home furnishing and many more. You can get buy anything and everything online.

Once you have decided the product, you were looking for; most online vendor will use Shopping Cart Software to permit you to add multiple items and to adjust quantity of the chosen item. This is being followed by the ‘checkout process’ which would allow you to make the payment and provide delivery information. Some online vendors also offer you to sign up with them so that some or all of this information only needs to be entered once. Once you are done with the whole process, a confirmatory email would be sent to you by the online retailer and the email would have the transaction details.

One can have different options/methods to make payments for the online transactions. Mostly, online vendors accept only credit cards, however some retailers offer other modes of payments provided you have signed up with them. Other available options are: Debit card, Cash on delivery, cheque, wire transfer, postal money order, paypal account and gift cards.

Some sites would not allow you to buy online, if you do not reside in the same area in which the retailer does its business. Some vendors will not accept international credit cards.

There are various ways through which the vendor would deliver the articles to you. If you have bought some digital media products then the retailer would allow you to download it. The articles can also be shipped to your address. You can also buy online and then have the option to pick the products from the nearest shop.

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Myself webmaster of online-shopping-stores.info/, a free online gifts portal, to send gifts to your friends and family and a buying jewelry online shops, we have various innovative Art & Craft Ideas for the visitors.

internet on psp question ;]?

is the internet on the psp like Surfing the web on a computer like looking at clothing websites and stuff or can you just search like, psp stuff? thanks!

You can pretty much do the same that you’d do on a computer.

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Online Jewellery Shopping

The process of purchasing products and services over the internet is called online shopping. The positive point of such a store is that it is available 24 hours of the day. It is a blessing in disguise for all those who have an access to the internet at work, at home or both. When you have to purchase from regular retail stores, you have to travel and need to take time off from work. Over and above you have to go within the stipulated working hours of the outlet. If you thought online shopping is available only for products like mobiles, computers, or home appliances, etc, then you are mistaken. Jewellery is a very important category now gaining momentum in online sales.

That’s right, now you can even shop your jewellery online. Jewellery or accessories are one of the very important factors that help make a woman’s clothing complete. Working women are already jam packed with work at office and then with daily chores at home. In this busy life, ladies find little or no time to shop for jewellery with complete content. They often have to hurry up or settle down for something that comes somewhere close to their expectations. Therefore online jewellery shopping is a boon to all women. Even for housewives who don’t generally find time to check through various stores and choose the best option, online shopping comes as a boon. Online you can surf through a wide variety of stores. Each store has a wide variety of options in it. All these can be viewed by sitting in one place. Apart from the wide variety, online shopping also lets you to compare their pricing at the same time. In some sites like naaptol.com the users can also compare the product features. This is the fastest and the easiest way to make a choice.

This is a new concept all together. But due to the increasing number of branded jewelers selling on the web, online shopping has become easy. The branded jewelers have their standard designs and they also come with warranty. When there are trustworthy brands selling online, then why should anyone waste their time and effort in going in person and shopping? All the designs are clearly displayed on the site. You can check all the designs taking as much time as you want. With the comparison feature offered in some sites you can also compare the pricing and features. There is a wide variety of products in the jewellery category that is listed in its sub categories. With the help of the filters and the advanced search options you can narrow down to your desired products easily.

The jewellery category includes all products ranging from necklaces to earrings, from bracelets to nose rings and so on… If you think online jewellery sales is done only for those really expensive gold and diamond jewellery then you are mistaken again. Artificial jewellery are also available and that too in affordable prices.
online Jewellery shopping is the best option for all those who don’t have time to personally go and shop and want to narrow down to the right and affordable product in a short span of time. If you think this piece of content is only applicable only to women then hang on, all those dear gentlemen who are hunting for the perfect piece of jewellery to impress your loved ones, online jewellery shopping is the right choice for you too. Generally these sites also have user reviews and ratings. These opinions will show you the true colours of the product.

Shopping online has gained momentum. Online jewellery shopping has just added on to the popularity and craze.

About the Author

Mohit Sharma has a good name in article writing and has written more than thousands articles on different topics i.e. home shopping, online shopping India etc.

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How Should I Pack for My First Surf Camp? – A Medium Short List of Things to Bring

What you bring and don’t bring on your surf camp trip south of the border (we’re assuming you’re not going on a surf trip to Canada, although you could do so) can literally make or break your vacation.

Wrong sunscreen? Uh-oh. I’m lobster red and can’t go outside anymore.

No extra bathing suits? That can be an irritating, chafing affair.

This medium short list is one I’ve put together for surf trips to Costa Rica so that you’ll be more prepared and enjoy your trip more while you’re there. Read it. Pack it. Enjoy!

• Money in USD (There are no ATM’s in Pavones. No one accepts credit cards or traveler’s checks)
• Airline Tickets;)
• Valid passport with at least 3 months remaining before expiring
• Crocks, Gators, Tevas, reef walkers or similar water shoes. MAKE SURE THEY’RE COMFY! You may be tromping up the river to inner tube back down.
• Closed-toed hiking/tennis shoes that can get wet (or we provide rubber boots)
• Athletic socks (soccer socks for shin guards or old school knee high tube socks) if you wish to wear our rubber boots
• Small flashlight
• Light rain jacket (May-Dec)
• Umbrella (May-Dec)
• Beach towels (at least one)
• Yoga clothes (shorts are better than pants here)
• 2 Bathing suits (at least, 3 if possible) so you always have a dry one to put on…People here live in their suits because it’s HOT. If you have more suits, bring them.
• Sunscreen (+5% zinc or titanium dioxide, over 30SPF, “waterproof”) For the body we recommend HIC 2X sunblock, Alligator, Hawaiian Blend Sport with Zinc, or La Roche-Posay Helioblock S Athelios 40 (not 60 SPF). For additional face block (for swimming/Surfing) we recommend Vertra, Shiseido Sun Protection Skin Foundation SPF 35, HIC 2X sunblock, Zinka Nosecoat, Headhunter Surf Screen, and UV Natural Sport. Old sunscreens can separate and burn your skin. We do not recommend Coppertone, Bullfrog, or most Banana Boat products. While buying sunscreens remember that SPF 70 can be the same as SPF 30 and is really a marketing scam.
• Repellent (Up to 20 or 30 % DEET should be fine–no need for the military, extra strength melt-off-your-skin stuff.) In our opinion, the best DEET-free, natural insect repellant is All Terrain Herbal Armor.
• Sun Hat
• Sun glasses
• Sarong / pareo
• Beach wear (tanks, shorts, and short skirts) Local Ticas (Costa Rican women) wear very skimpy clothes near the beaches-don’t worry about offending anyone by showing your shoulders and knees.
• Watch and/or alarm clock
• Camera (keep this out on the San Jose to Golfito flight as it is as scenic as they come)
• Any extra batteries, chargers and memory cards for the camera (no need for converters)
• Any medications necessary for known medical conditions

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Any questions?  We can answer them for you.  Check out the reason for this packing list first hand at one of our Costa Rica Surf Camps.  You’ll be glad you did

The original Surf Camp Packing List can be found on Venus Surf Adventures’ website.  We’ve been running these camps for years, and know what you need to bring.

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Top 10 Ways for Kids to Deal With Mom!

Your Mom has a very weighty job, she not only gave birth to you she also has the responsibility of being your Mom. Come on, you didn’t come with an “Operations guide” or “How to manual” she is just left to wing it most of the time. Your Mom really wants what’s best for you and because of that, she sometimes gets a little stressed out. The truth is, Momhood is a strenuous, if not, impossible job at times.

How about good old Dad? Dad is just another kid for Mom to take care of. She cooks, washes the clothing, does the shopping and tries to hold the family together as a unit. Dad might be the pillar of the community but Mom is the cement that hold him up.

It’s no wonder Mom gets a little cranky when things aren’t going right. She’s on a rollercoaster and can’t get off.

It’s important for you to understand Mom has guarded feelings and at times, is easy to upset. There’s an old adage that says; “if Mom is unhappy, everyone is unhappy.” You would do good to never forget the power she wealds. Given your position, it is to your advantage to keep Mom happy and with a few precautions, working on your behalf. She is your link to your future happiness as well as very instrumental in your growth.

Never think Mom can’t raise havoc or bring wrath to your life’s experience. I am here to testify that she can and will, if your attitude warrants it. You can’t fight city hall or Mom, but you can use the power of persuasion to soften Mom so she will be more manageable.

There are steps you can take to help Mom view you as a asset and keep her working for your well being. Here are ten tips to make yours and Mom’s life more enjoyable.

1. Mom’s have a full plate. Sometimes Mom’s busy schedule causes her to overlook your needs. Clue Mom in with a clever post on the refrigerator door, or her pillow. Mom’s always like a special little note from their child. If done right it will show you care while turning her interest on your needs.

2. Get excited. Nothing makes Mom happier than seeing you excited. Even when things are downright boring get excited when Mom comes around. She will think she is doing a superb job raising you and be more apt to be agreeable when you need her attention.

3. Start a “book review” club with your friends. Mom will love seeing you interested in reading and host your friends with pleasure. You may just become an expert on some subject Mom also has an interest in.

4. Have your friends drop a note once in a while to praise Mom for doing such a good job. Mom loves getting recognition for being a positive role in your life. She needs to know she is number one to you and your friends.

5. Keep your space tidy and clean. Moms hate picking up after thoughtless children. With a tidy living space, you can better organize yourself and have more time to enjoy other activities.

6. Admit you need coaching because you have a lot to learn. Ask Mom to teach you how to cook or do something new. Mom is a wealth of information and experience, maybe she would teach you how to make chocolate chip cookies, knit, write a story, or raise flowers.

7. Show Mom a few tricks on Surfing the Web. It will make her feel good that you shared your expertise and give you a chance to accidentally land on that new outfit you have been looking at.

8. Ask just enough questions to keep Mom thinking you really value her contribution to your learning. Mom’s are notorious for giving answers, some you might not want to hear.

9. The next time you go shopping with Mom, ask her for shopping pointers. Moms are notoriously famous for their expertise in shopping. She will be proud to hand down her knowledge for your benefit

10. Never say you are bored or Mom will put you to work. If she says, “you look bored” claim temporary insanity it may get you off. At least for a while

When all is said and done, Mom is the center of the household, even though Dad may think he is. You are the leg that keeps Mom steady. Because of you she is able to focus on the more important things in life, like seeing you are cared for and anticipating your giving her a grandchild. Your future depends on Mom and her willingness to be involved in it. Don’t ever underestimate Mom, she has powers you have not seen . . . yet.

Give her the credit she deserves and she will make your life enjoyable in return.

Happy Trails

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By your looks? You could have a super high chance of getting a gorgeous girlfriend.

But it isn’t all about looks, and if all your looking for is a gorgeous girlfriend, then your just shallow, and maybe thats why gorgeous girls wont date you, and girls dont find you attractive.

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Top 5 Must-Have Beach Essentials

Surf Trunks: A high quality pair of surf trunks is the number one beach necessity. Important things to look for when choosing the perfect pair are durable material that withstand crashing waves, perpetual sunshine, and the abrasive sandy shores. Birdwell surf trunks are both affordable and durable – not to mention comfortable and fashionable.

Wetsuits: On those rare, chilly days when a pair of trunks just won’t do, go for a wetsuit brand that local beach dwellers know and love: a Nineplus wetsuit comes in a range of styles ensuring that there is a perfect cut and style for each person’s preferences. If your torso is constantly suffering in the ice-cold Pacific, invest in a Nineplus vest-style wetsuit. Maybe you hate when your arms are confined, but you need to be warm enough to feel your toes, in which case you could purchase the longjohn wetsuit model. In addition to full body suits, they make jacket, vest, short, and long john styles. Their new retro line is sure to be a hit at the beach. Or you could get the entire range of Nineplus wetsuits and be prepared to surf in any weather scenario.

Graphic Tees: A popular clothing brand, Critical Slide Society, has a broad line of swim trunks in such stylish colors and designs that you’ll want to pick up a pair for every day of the week. Made of durable material in a retro cut that falls above the knees, it will be difficult to choose between retro stripes, vintage hawaiian print, or classic solid colors. And once you’re out of the water and dried off, you’re definitely going to want one of their unique, trendy shirts to pull on over your trunks.

Cardigan Coverups: Toddland is adored by surfers and rockstars alike. Their unique, indy style clothes will make any fashionista both stylish AND comfortable, the key combination for beach fashion. Their cardigans are perfect for covering up after the sun goes down, and their comfy shirts will make you stand out from the crowd.

Hoodies: When it comes to surf apparel, Southern Californians love to take the look off the beach and into their everyday activities. The comfort and functionality of surfer clothing make the style a quick favorite for anyone who has found that perfect. Hause of Howe has grown in popularity over the years and now provides a line of clothing stretching beyond swim trunks.

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The 90’s was grunge and highly overexaggerated clothing with insane amounts of sparkle, neon, and shine.

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Tall Plus Size Maternity Clothes – Accessorize Yourself With It

Try to imagine this scene: you are walking in the street and everyone would usually notice you because you are graceful, plus size, proud and tall. How much more attention will you get if you are walking down that street and proudly announce to the whole world that you are going to be a mommy? Would you not be even prouder that you are carrying life inside you? Soon your friends will definitely talk about you and you would be given words such as: “That’s wonderful!” and “When are you due?” and other things like that. You would definitely have a hard time to catch your breath with all the excitement the idea brings. Your mind will look forward to the combinations of blue and pink bassinets, the newly renovated and customized rooms, what would your baby look like, how you would be fixing the necessary plans after giving birth and all. But above all these things that you should think of, you would have to soon enough decide on getting your dream wardrobe putting together the characteristics of tall and plus size maternity clothes.

The process of choosing should be fun and it won’t be unnecessary to break your stuffed piggy bank. Small planning and little imagination is enough to complete your maternity clothes wardrobe and make that dream a reality. Firstly, think that it is free. You can never tell for another gift giving occasion. Are there events coming within the next few months or days? No one knows but there would surely be someone who will give maternity dress for you. A good hint to that though is lead yourself to the right direction. Have those gift certificates as your prize to get nice things in your closet.

Check out your brothers’ closets or that of your daddy if they are big sized. Comfy sweatpants and soft t-shirts can be a little liberated to be considered tall plus size maternity clothes but somehow others opt for it. If you think that your brother or your daddy no longer needs it, get the word out. Have some fun finding also in shopping malls.  It is now easy to find one in department stores where maternity clothes won’t cost much. Store owners and personnel will be just happier to help you. Or you can still go internet Surfing. Buy wearable fabric in there and have a glow with pleasing maternity clothes.

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number 1 it will make him look like a hooker

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A Little In The Early History Of Surfing

Surfing does, has done, and continues to, have a grip on the world. Those who start it rarely quit. Where did this unusual sport originate? What challenges did it face to become the sport it is? Read on for a little of the history behind surfing.

First records of surfing.

Lieutenant King who went along with the more famous Captain Cook on his voyage of exploration, recorded the natives of Hawaii doing ‘he’e nalu’ (Hawaiian for surfing, meaning literally, wave sliding) in 1779 A.D. This was the first time the sport had ever been recorded in writing by a westerner. He’s recorded as saying  in Captain Cooks  journal (King finished off Cooks journal after he as killed);

“”The Men sometimes 20 or 30 go without the swell of the surf, and lay themselves flat upon an oval piece of plan about their size and breadth, they keep their legs close on top of it, and  their arms are used to guide the plank, they wait at the time of the greatest swell that sets on shore, and altogether push forward with their arms to keep on its top, it sends them in with a most astonishing Velocity”

Although Lieutenant King, ‘discovered’ surfing for the western world around 330 years ago, scientists have other evidence from western Polynesia such as cave drawings and tribal stories, that suggest surfing, in one form or another, has been ongoing for around 3000 years!

Importance of surfing to the natives

Hawaiians loved to surf. Their chiefs, showed their prowess by showing off their surfing skills. Surfboards were prized items. Practically everybody on the island, knew how to surf.

While he recorded the feats of the people on Hawaii, Lieutenant King didn’t fully understand the significance of surfing to the natives. It was an integral part of their caste based system of ruling. Tribe leaders had their own private beaches to use to enjoy the waves. Lower level people were generally forbidden to use these beaches. An exception might be granted if they were seen to exhibit particular skill in the sport. If, a commoner was, allowed to use the leaders beach it was considered a great honour.

Legendary stories recorded in songs and chants, abound from both commoner and king, of lives risked and of heroic actions all while in the surf. However in the wake of Captain Cooks voyage, things were to change.

Surfing gets forced out

After Cooks voyage, the Hawaiian islands became the place of choice for all seafarers, captains, adventurers and the like to visit. This influx of people and cultures changed Hawaiian life quickly. For example within 50 years of Cooks visit, Liholiho, the son and successor of Kamehameha I (Chief of the island at the time), swayed by the culture of the Europeans, sat down with his mother and other high chiefesses to eat dinner as equals. Since anybody could remember, men eating with woman was strictly ‘not done’.

This single act signalled the end for the system of laws, Kapu, that the islanders had followed since the beginning of time.

With Kapu done, all the cultural and ritual ties that were associated with that and surfing went. Commoners and heiresses could mix without the commoners worrying that they might come to an un-timely death. Beaches were no longer segregated to different social classes. All traditional life had went the way of the dodo and the islanders lives, with no set structure, went into chaos. Enter the Christian missionaries.

In 1820 the missionaries arrived and began converting the islanders from Polytheism to Christianity. Within ten years the islanders were all about the strict moral codes associated with the way of the cloth, rather than their normal, laid back, island life.

Once converted the missionaries had the islanders focusing more on reading, writing, working and wearing clothes than playing or surfing. In fact surfing was actively discouraged as it was seen to be against Gods rules. The future did not look good.

The only thing going out faster than surfing was the Hawaiians themselves. The ‘foreigners’ had brought disease with them that the islanders had no immunity from. From a spritely population of around 800,000 when Cook arrived in 1779 it dwindled to around 40,000 by 1896, a loss of 95% in only 117 years.

The revival

Despite all the missionaries efforts to the contrary, surfing was never totally dismissed from the island. At the turn of the 20th century, a few die hards remained surfing at Kalehuawehe on the south shore of Oahu. There are photos of solitary surfers on the beach from this time where once in the past there had been hundreds.

The revival of surfing from the brink of extinction was brought about strangely enough from the same race of people that sought to rid the island of it in the first place.

Jack London who was a popular writer of the time visited the island and was introduced to Alexander Ford. Ford, in turn, introduced him to celebrated beach boy George Freeth and from them, London was introduced to surfing.

So impressed was London, that he wrote a book, A Royal Sport: Surfing in Waikiki. Needless to say this book did well. So well in fact that one of it’s stars George Freeth was invited to show Californians, how to surf. That too was another success for surfing.

Over the next few years these champions of the sport would breathe the necessary life, back into it. London wrote about it and Freeth showcased it to the world. Ford went about campaigning for the sport, founding the ‘Outrigger canoe club’ on Waikiki beach, which focused much on promoting the sport overseas. The fourth saviour was the final thing needed to bring it permanently to the world stage.

Duke Paoa Kahanamoku

Duke, was a native Hawaiian and a lover of surfing and all things water. Blessed with huge hands and feet, Duke took part in the 1912 and 1916 Olympics, winning Gold in the 100 meter freestyle each time. He was generally considered the fastest man in water.

In 1915 he was invited to Australia to perform in New South Wales. Pretty soon after this visit, the whole country fell in love with the sport, putting Oz on track to be a surfing Mecca.

The world knew about surfing largely from the efforts of London, Freeth and Ford. Now that such a popular figure was doing it, everybody wanted to try it.

Conclusion

Surfing was enjoyed by a few for thousands of years. Under influential pressure from Europe and the missionaries, it was nearly lost for good, but never quite vanished. Thanks largely to the efforts of four men, it would return to the world and reach unimaginable heights.

Happy Surfing.

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Women’s Retailer of the Year is Awarded to Hansen Surfboards by the Surf Industry Manufacturer Association.

The Surf Industry Manufacturer Association (SIMA) has just awarded Hansen Surfboards Women’s Retailer of The Year at its Image Awards. The award was judged by industry peers and honors the best of the surf industry for 2010.

As the only awards program of its kind, the SIMA Image Awards identify the surf industry’s most influential companies and recognize them for their efforts to advance and grow the industry over the past year.

“This is a great honor for us, especially now, as we’re celebrating our 50th anniversary this year and women’s clothing has grown to become a vital part of our business throughout the years,” said Josh Hansen. Not only are we a surf shop, but even have snow gear, skate gear, swimwear, casual wear and trendier attire for males and females of all ages. We feature watches, accessories, jewelry, scarves, hats and home décor. We even have a specific childrens section. We work hard to have something for everyone.  In our Women’s section, you are sure to find all the most current fashions.  We carry a large choice of island wear and casual attire. We also have bikinis and one-piece swimsuits from all the most well liked brands.  Our women’s swimwear section covers about a third of the women’s area between February and September, so regardless of your shape or size, you are sure to find a swimsuit at Hansen’s that makes you feel beautiful!”

Hansen Surfboards’ women’s line includes swimwear, beachwear, casual wear and dresses. Women’s swimwear and sportswear brands include Luli Fama, LSpace, Vix, Vitamin A, Billabong, Body Glove, Roxy, Volcom, Rip Curl, O’Neill, Hurley, Quicksilver and others. The retailer also provides an extensive offering of shoes with a specific room featuring over 6,000 pairs of sandals.  During the fall/holiday season, they also carry a huge selection of Ugg sheepskin boots.

Founded in 1961, Hansen Surfboards is San Diego’s largest surf shop. With more than 16,000 square feet of retail space, Hansen Surfboards offers something for everybody in the family, both young and old. This year, Hansen Surfboards is celebrating 50 years of success as a single-store, family-owned and operated retail business. The family credits the San Diego community, surf legends and brands for being a big part of its success. For more information and to stay updated regarding the 50th anniversary celebration activities and specials, visit us at Hansensurf.com.

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Can anyone help PLEASE!!!?

I found the phone number for the person in charge of the Quicksilver new accounts, but they wont answer me.
Question Details: Hello,
I hope someone can help shed some light on this one.
I researched for a couple of weeks to find the number for Quicksilver new accounts. I want to open up a surf shop here in my town and I need inventory of surfer style clothing. I found that Roxy, and Quicksilver are both the same company and I found the number to the person who is in charge of new accounts. I have emailed the new accounts division 3 times in the last 2 weeks and found 2 phone numbers to the lady who is in charge of opening new accounts for small businesses to use their products. Everytime I call it I get the same womens voicemail telling me to leave a detailed message. I get no response from them from either the email or phone. Does anyone know what I should do?? I’m opening within the next 3 months and I need to stock my store. Quicksilver and Roxy clothes are very popular.

Did you try channels@quiksilver.com ?
Or call (714) 889-2200 (main number) and ask if there is a sales rep that covers your area. Since it would be a new account for that person to handle, they may be more motivated to help you.

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Surf City alive and well in Huntington Beach

Most baby boomers will remember that teen-age anthem “Surf City” and its promise of “two girls for every boy.”

In truth, the male/female ratio was a bit more even than that, but Jan and Dean’s teen anthem called “Surf City” put themselves and Huntington Beach on the map. In those days it was hard to distinguish musically between Jan and Dean and the Beach Boys – but there was no mistaking the message both groups were sending: California in general – and Surf City in particular – were the places to be.

The surfing culture that launched this musical phenomenon still exists to various degrees up and down the California coastline. But no one place comes closer to the real thing than Huntington Beach, the undisputed surfing capital of the world and the place many think best epitomizes the mythical beach paradise described in “Surf City.”

You’ll, of course, get an argument from Santa Cruz, which lays claim to bigger waves and more Surfing History than its friendly rival to the south. Santa Cruz also likes to promote itself as Surf City but that city has one significant disadvantage: Dean Torrence – yes, THAT Dean – is still hanging 10 musically around Huntington Beach and is, in fact, on the Executive Committee of the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau. So take that, Santa Cruz!

With 8.5 miles of uninterrupted, incredibly wide beaches, it’s not hard to see why Huntington Beach has attracted L.A. beach-goers for decades. These sparkling sand beaches stretch so far that it all seems far removed from the L.A. megalopolis — when in fact it’s part of it. Even more interesting is how the Main Street and pier areas have retained their charm even though they are just blocks from the endless subdivisions and freeways of Orange County.

We don’t surf, but our trip to Huntington Beach offered us a chance to walk right into a three-dimensional model of Jan and Dean’s song, right down to what seemed like “two girls for every boy.” While the beaches just south of the pier were populated on this particular weekend with families and lots of young people, the surfers were congregated just north of the pier where we could get a bird’s-eye view as dozens of them tackled the modest but apparently exhilarating waves.

For us, creature comforts were important – we weren’t exactly looking to camp on the beach – so the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort proved the perfect choice for accommodations. Reminiscent of the fine beach resorts you find in Hawaii, the Hilton is the only high-rise hotel in Huntington Beach and our sixth-floor room offered a commanding view of the beach. Sitting out on our lanai we could see far to both the north and south, and it was interesting to observe the rhythms of beach life.

During the day, families would stake out their parcels, many of them erecting partial tents, others content to enjoy the sun full-on. As sunset approached, fires could be seen up and down the coast as visitors took advantage of the city’s 600 fire rings for cooking or just a beach campfire. Then by morning it was all gone, and out came the city crews to spruce up the beach for another day and another 30,000 visitors – the average for Huntington Beach.

The luxurious rooms at the Hilton are known for the especially comfortable beds, but you’ll also find many other fun things to help you enjoy your stay. We enjoyed spending time poolside where the palm trees and gardens created just the right beach resort atmosphere. Instead of opaque walls, the resort courtyard has a plexi-glass wall on the beach side, allowing full view of the beach while you enjoy the pool. The sound system helps set the mood with, you guessed it, Jan and Dean belting out the hits. On this particular weekend the resort seemed fairly family-friendly – a lot of guests had brought their kids.

This resort would be especially good for teaching the kids how to surf. There seemed to be several classes offered, along with equipment rentals and we overheard one family discussing how that was one of their priorities while visiting “Surf City.”

Of course, there is also a lot to see and do once you leave the grounds of the hotel. The beach is just across the Pacific Coast Highway and running along the beach is a pathway that offers an ongoing parade of visitors – not just surfers, but youngsters, oldsters, families, couples and a cross-section of anybody and everybody. On this weekend there was a steady stream of 60’s muscle cars cruising the Pacific Coast Highway. The latest and most expensive sports cars were in abundance as well.

A short walk north from the hotel is the pier and the downtown area of Huntington Beach – just a few blocks of stores altogether, but a definite blast from the past. Surf shops abound – indeed, there is an International Surfing Museum to peruse — while several restaurants and outdoor cafes add to the festive feeling. Shoppers are most often clad in bathing suits – or maybe cover-ups for the more modest – and the feeling is pure California beach town. The boutiques here tend to feature simple, youth-oriented fashions. Rock music blares from one or two of the stores, while the occasional surfer pedals through town with a board three times as long as his bike.

For such a small downtown area, the restaurant selection is wide and varied. Beer pubs, sushi bars, fish tacos, Asian, Thai, Italian, Hawaiian – it’s all represented within just a couple of blocks. On this weekend the most popular place in town seemed to be the Sugar Shack Café, reputed to have breakfasts that are well worth a significant wait to get in the door.

Down by the pier, row after row of volleyball nets are in place and young guys and gals are usually out there taking full advantage of them – even on weekdays. Restaurants and surf shops are also located right out by the beach where you can rent a variety of beach toys including surf boards, boogie boards, and a side selection of bicycles and other vehicles to pedal up and down the beach walk.

With just a little investigation, visitors will find that Huntington Beach features more than just beaches and surfing. The Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, for example, is a bird-lover’s paradise comprising 330 acres of coastal wetlands. Nearly 200 bird species are documented here each year, and the reserve is open to foot traffic with parking just off the Pacific Coast Highway.

If you’re planning a family vacation that is to include many of the Southern California theme parks, most are within easy driving distance of Huntington Beach. Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure are 16 miles away, Knotts Berry Farm is 14 miles and Knott’s Soak City is just 14 miles from Huntington Beach. Shopping is close by, too – both South Coast Plaza and Fashion Island are within easy driving distance.

But a trip to Huntington Beach is really all about the beach – a beach that is an average of 100 yards wide and that seems to be endless. Whether you stay at the Hilton or drop in just for a day of beach fun, this part of Southern California still delivers on the legacy created by Jan and Dean — even if you’re now married, have teenagers of your own, and no longer care if there are “two girls for every boy.”

AT A GLANCE

WHERE: Huntington Beach is located in Orange County, about an hour’s drive south from Los Angeles.

WHAT: Huntington Beach is one of the most popular surfing spots in California and now is home to the US Open Surfing Championships. The town and area retain the flavor of the 60’s when surfing was hot in music and movies.

WHEN: Any time of year. The climate is sunny and comfortable year-round.

WHY: A chance to enjoy one of California’s best beaches and soak up a completely different culture while also enjoying a stay at a luxury resort.

HOW: For more information about Huntington Beach, visit the Huntington Beach Conference and Visitors Bureau website at www.surfcityusa.com or phone 800-729-6232. For more information about the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, visit www.waterfrontbeachresort.hilton.com or phone 714-845-8000.

For more information on travel in California, please visit www.californiaweekend.com.

About the Author

Cary Ordway is a syndicated travel writer and president of Getaway Media Corp, publisher of www.californiaweekend.com, a site focusing on California travel, and www.northwesttraveladvisor.com, which features Pacific Northwest travel

What do u think of my beach shorts? Are they too feminine?

i went to a departmental store in a mall the other day, and decided to buy a pair of surf shorts. The men’s boardshorts all looked so baggy n long, therefore i decided to be daring n opted for something shorter n skimpier. Therefore i chose this pair from the girl’s section.

Uhh yea?

I dont know how much more feminine you could get, they are girls shorts. hah this is kind of a redundant question.

But i guess it looks like you shave your legs so i dont know the difference

Plus dont you think all your “stuff” will be hanging out, that is just gross