Australian surf company Rip Curl has opened the doors to two new flagship stores in Sydney Airport. The Australian outlets are located in the airport's domestic and international terminals. The new stores look to engage shoppers in a snapshot of Australia's vibrant surfing culture. That's especially true of the boutique located in the international terminal, which features a…

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Rip Curl does its bit for the globe's environment with this Rip Curl Planet Rashguard. This clever surf shirt looks like it's made from traditional polyester. However its fabric's actually woven from old plastic bottles. The clever material keeps these soda containers out of landfill, and out of the world's ocean ways. It's also every bit as soft as more wasteful alternatives! It…

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It might not be as eye-catching as an Andy Warhol original, but the print on this Cindy Warhol Rash Guard has its own sense of style. The stylized pink Rip Curl logo really pops against this surf top's nylon-spandex body. And in case you missed it the first time, the Rip Curl signature is printed at the shirt's bottom corner. The double-shot of brandings really isn't necessary, but as t…

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Rip Curl takes us from the office to the waves with this conservative Echo Watch. Most surf watches tend to be a lot bulkier and more colorful than this Rip Curl time piece. Its subtlety may cause many beachgoers to overlook it, but they'd miss out on a very versatile watch. The restrained design means it suits any occasion. Who really wants a watch for everyday and another one for the be…

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In a sea of similar bandeau style bikini tops, a splash of crochet helps this Escape swimsuit stand out. Most of us associate crochet with the end of the flower power area, but as with all things 1970s this intricate lace work is back in vogue. The crocheted panel is used to great effect here. It turns a fairly simple bandeau bikini into a head-turner, and gives it that retro feel that's s…

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Rip Curl clearly expected us to swoon when it named this bandeau bikini top the Lovin Ya. It might have been an arrogant move by the surf brand, but it's still got my heart skipping beats! Yes Rip Curl, I am "lovin ya" work here. This bold purple, pink, and black colorblock design recalls the fashions of the 80s, making it simultaneously retro and right on trend. The black halter-neck st…

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Rip Curl gives us two swim tops for one with this Secret Spot triangle bikini. The secret is that this isn't simply a floral swim top, but a reversible one. We can choose between this modern floral print, or the same purple and white stripes we see on the straps. These stripes offer a more unified, classic look, but I don't think it's quite as exciting. It's horses for courses though, and…

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The Rip Curl Kirra Oceantide Watch is a no fuss, modern timepiece for active girls. The Kirra Oceantide watch isn't overly pretty, but there's a modern charm to its clean design. The thick black polyurethane band is made more appealing with tiny perforations and a turquoise underside. The white face really pops against the black band, but its looks only tell half the story. The face…

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If you're serious about your surfing and love to be catching waves at first light, this Dawn Patrol wetsuit from Rip Curl might be just the suit you're looking for. Of course, you don't have to forgo your sleep in to appreciate this suit, which is one of the most stylish wetsuits I've seen. The flash of pink on the logo makes it just feminine enough, and the simple black body is chic and sli…

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