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Sports Clothing As Casual Wear

Sports clothing has been specifically developed to enhance sporting performance and to be practical and useful but it has become a recognised fashion in its own right. Big brand sportswear companies have been developing clothes that can be worn as casual wear and have been extremely successful in their endeavours.

It all began in the 1920's and 30's with fashion designers such as Coco Chanel pioneered a androgynous look with sportswear moving to the fore front of fashion. This trend has continued to grow right through to the present day, companies that designed sportswear specifically for the industry started creating clothes that could cross over into casual clothing and become staple fashion items. You can see the influence from all different areas of sport from rugby and golf through to sports such as surfing. Surf clothing has seen a rise in popularity through the increase in interest in the sport and because of high profile brands like Animal and Billabong.

One of the most popular types of surf clothing that has made its way into the mainstream is the boardshort, these funky shorts are suitable for wear in the water as well as on shore and have become a surfer favourite. Surf wear companies have greatly benefited from these emerging trends and items such as Animal boardshorts have become synonymous with a relaxed chilled lifestyle.

Although a lot of sportswear as casual wear gets a lot of bad press, surf clothing has managed to keep a cool reputation, this is likely to be due to the niche market that buys clothes from these kinds of brands. People who purchase surf wear as everyday wear tend to be involved in some kind of active sport including winter snow based sports and board sports like skateboarding.

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Charlotte S Green, has a keen interest in street and beach fashion and would recommend Shread Head as a great place to find Quiksilver and Quiksilver Clothes

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Billabong Influence Boardshort (Lime) $59.5 The Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Part of Billabong's Zero Gravity Platinum Stretch Line and Joel Parkinson's signature short. Made with a mix of Polyester and Spandex these shorts are super stretchy, have a zip closure side pocket, and a Billabong logo across the wearers left and right sides.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (Aqua) $59.5 The Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Joel Parkinson's signature boardshorts. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology. Made from 78% Polyester and 22% Spandex. They have a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (Flame) $59.5 The Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Joel Parkinson's signature boardshorts. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology. Made from 78% Polyester and 22% Spandex. They have a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight.

Billabong Influence (Rasta) $59.5 The Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Joel Parkinson's signature boardshorts. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology. Made from 78% Polyester and 22% Spandex. They have a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (Green) $59.5 The Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Joel Parkinson's signature boardshorts. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology. Made from 78% Polyester and 22% Spandex. They have a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight.

Billabong PX Influence (Black) $99.5 The PX Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Part of the Billabong Recycler Series and are Joel Parkinson's signature boardshorts. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology and Platinum Traveler Technology meaning they can be conveniently packed into the side pocket for efficient packing and traveling. Made from 78% Recycled Polyester and 22% Spandex They feature a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight

Billabong Influence Boardshort (Boys) (Black) $48 The Billabong Influence Boardshorts feature an partly elastic waistband with tie closure at front, side zip closure pocket, Billabong embroidery on leg, and are made from performance stretch material.

Billabong Influence Boardshorts (Yellow/Blue) $59.5 The Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Part of Billabong's Zero Gravity Platinum Stretch Line and Joel Parkinson's signature short. Made with a mix of Polyester and Spandex these shorts are super stretchy, have a zip closure side pocket, and a Billabong logo across the wearers left and right sides

Billabong Influence Boardshort (boys) (Green) $54.5 The boy's Billabong Influence boardshort is made of 87%polyester/13%spandex. It features an engineered stripe print, ergonomic paneling, a side pocket, and a drawstring front closure.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (boys) (Red) $54.5 The boy's Billabong Influence boardshort is made of 87%polyester/13%spandex. It features an engineered stripe print, ergonomic paneling, a side pocket, and a drawstring front closure.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (boys) (Flame) $59.5 The boy's Billabong Influence boardshort is made of 87%polyester/13%spandex. It features an engineered stripe print, ergonomic paneling, a side pocket, and a drawstring front closure.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (Purple) $59.5 The Billabong Influence Boardshort are pro surfer Joel Parkinson aka Parko signature boardshort. Engineered for high performance shredding these boardshorts feature water repellant, super stretchy, lightweight material known as Zero Gravity Fabric. Along with ergonomic paneling for superior stretch these boardshorts are top of line in design and performance. Made from 87% Polyester and 13% Spandex. 22 in length.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (Black/White) $59.5 The Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Joel Parkinson's signature boardshorts. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology. Made from 78% Polyester and 22% Spandex. They have a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight.

Billabong Influence Camo Boardshort (Camo) $65 The men's Billabong Influence Camo boardshort is made of 87%polyester/13%spandex. It features a quad stretch, an all over camo print, ergonomic paneling, screen print details, a welt side pocket with a zipper closure, and an H2 repel.

Billabong PX Influence (Royal Blue) $99.5 The PX Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Part of the Billabong Recycler Series and are Joel Parkinson's signature boardshorts. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology and Platinum Traveler Technology meaning they can be conveniently packed into the side pocket for efficient packing and traveling. Made from 78% Recycled Polyester and 22% Spandex They feature a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight.

Billabong PX Influence Boardshort (Black) $99.5 The PX Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Part of the Billabong Recycler Series. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology and Platinum Traveler Technology meaning they can be conveniently packed into the side pocket for efficient packing and traveling. Made from 78% Recycled Polyester and 22% Spandex They feature a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight

Billabong Influence Boardshort (boys) (Aqua) $54.5 The boy's Billabong Influence boardshort is made of 87%polyester/13%spandex. It features a 22 zero gravitiy Parkos platinum X quad stretch, an engineered stripe print, ergonomic paneling for a superior stretch, screen print details, and logo applique.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (Black/Cyan) $64.5 The men's Billabong Influence boardshort is made of 87%polyester/13%spandex. It features a engineered stripe print, an ergonomic paneling for a superior stretch, screenprint details and a logo applique, super lightweight (zero gravity fabric), and a side welt pockets with a zipper closure.

Billabong Influence Boardshort (Blue Yellow) $59.5 The Billabong Influence Boardshort are pro surfer Joel Parkinson aka Parko signature boardshort. Engineered for high performance shredding these boardshorts feature water repellant, super stretchy, lightweight material known as Zero Gravity Fabric. Along with ergonomic paneling for superior stretch these boardshorts are top of line in design and performance. Made from 87% Polyester and 13% Spandex. 22 in length.

Billabong PX Influence Boardshort (Electric Blue) $99.5 The PX Influence Boardshorts by Billabong. Part of the Billabong Recycler Series. They feature Platinum Stretch Technology and Platinum Traveler Technology meaning they can be conveniently packed into the side pocket for efficient packing and traveling. Made from 78% Recycled Polyester and 22% Spandex They feature a single side pocket, Billabong logos on both sides of the legs, and are ultra stretchy and lightweight

Mens Billabong Boardshorts - Billabong Influence Boardshorts $59.5 PacSun Exclusive! Black, orange, and blue geometrical pattern. Embroidered Billabong logo on knee. Zero gravity 4-way stretch material. Zip cargo pocket with logo. Reinforced tie waist, Velcro fly. 22 outseam. Machine washable. Imported. 89% polyester, 11% spandex.Size 32 measured and shown.

Billabong - Influence 22 (Flame) - Apparel $42.99 6pm.com is proud to offer the Billabong - Influence 22 (Flame) - Apparel: Ride into the endless adventure! ; Core fit. ; Tied waist with a hook-and-loop fly. ; Striped wing detail on the back blends into the side zip pocket. ; Meshed overlay decal. ; 87% polyester, 13% spandex. ; Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. ; Imported. ; Waist Measurement: 34 in ; Outseam: 22 in ; Inseam: 12 in ; Front Rise: 12 in ; Back Rise: 17 in ; Leg Opening: 24 in ; Product measurements were taken using size 34. Please note that measurements may vary by size. ; If you're not fully satisfied with your purchase, you are welcome to return any unworn and unwashed items with tags intact and original packaging included.

Billabong - Influence Camo Boardshort (Black/Camo) - Apparel $42.99 6pm.com is proud to offer the Billabong - Influence Camo Boardshort (Black/Camo) - Apparel: Flaunt your fresh swag by rocking the Influence Camo Boardshort from Billabong. ; Quick-drying polyester fabric provides for both comfort and durability. ; X Quad stretch technology ensures you receive the flexibility you need. ; Ergonomic paneling helps ensure the best possible fit. ; Allover camo print keeps you invisible from the haters. ; Front tie closure with zip fly. ; Zippered side pocket at right leg. ; Billabong brandmarkings throughout. ; 87% polyester, 13% spandex. ; Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. ; Imported. ; Waist Measurement: 28 in ; Outseam: 20 in ; Inseam: 11 in ; Front Rise: 10 in ; Back Rise: 16 in ; Leg Opening: 22 in ; Product measurements were taken using size 28. Please note that measurements may vary by size.

Billabong Influence 4-Way Stretch Boardshort - Flame $59.5 Set the example for your bros with the Influence boardshorts by Billabong. Featuring a multitude of performance-worthy traits to suit your style, like an H2 Repel coating over micro-woven Zero Gravity Platinum Stretch fabric, these shorts will flex with your moves while preventing rashing in and out of the water. Boasting an engineered stripe pattern with a gradient color fade and embroidered appliqué branding on the left leg, your wave-seeking buddies won’t know what to do but praise your smooth moves and accelerated style!

Billabong - PX Influence 21 (Electric Blue) - Apparel $62.99 6pm.com is proud to offer the Billabong - PX Influence 21 (Electric Blue) - Apparel: A new generation of riders are coming up, and you're the one to guide them to immortality! ; Performance fit. ; Drawstring waist with a hook-and-loop fly. ; Crisscross body print with a vapor underlay. ; Striped back application. ; Side zip pocket. ; 80% recycled polyester, 20% spandex. ; Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. ; Imported. ; Waist Measurement: 32 in ; Outseam: 22 in ; Inseam: 11 in ; Front Rise: 12 in ; Back Rise: 17 in ; Leg Opening: 24 in ; Product measurements were taken using size 32. Please note that measurements may vary by size. ; If you're not fully satisfied with your purchase, you are welcome to return any unworn and unwashed items with tags intact and original packaging included.

Billabong - PX Influence 21 (Black) - Apparel $62.99 6pm.com is proud to offer the Billabong - PX Influence 21 (Black) - Apparel: A new generation of riders are coming up, and you're the one to guide them to immortality! ; Performance fit. ; Drawstring waist with a hook-and-loop fly. ; Crisscross body print with a vapor underlay. ; Striped back application. ; Side zip pocket. ; 80% recycled polyester, 20% spandex. ; Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. ; Imported. ; Waist Measurement: 32 in ; Outseam: 22 in ; Inseam: 11 in ; Front Rise: 12 in ; Back Rise: 17 in ; Leg Opening: 24 in ; Product measurements were taken using size 32. Please note that measurements may vary by size. ; If you're not fully satisfied with your purchase, you are welcome to return any unworn and unwashed items with tags intact and original packaging included.

Billabong Kids Influence Boardshort (Red) $49.5 Cool kids clothing and accessories from Up & Riding.

Billabong Boys Influence Boardshort (Green) $54.5 Cool kids clothing and accessories from Up & Riding.

Billabong Boys Influence Boardshort (Red) $54.5 Cool kids clothing and accessories from Up & Riding.

Billabong PX Influence 4-Way Stretch Boardshort - Electric Blue $99.5 The waves influence your life every day. You, in turn, influence the tricks, attitudes and styles of the surfers around you. Start an epic new trend with the PX Influence boardshorts from Billabong. Not only do they boast 4-way stretch fabric, a water-repellent treatment and welded seams, but they're also made from eco-friendly materials. Their trippy streaked pattern and metallic print detail highlight your out-of-this-world skills, and the pocket can be turned inside out to double as a lightweight carrying sack. Who knew one pair of boardshorts could do so much.

Billabong Boys Influence Short Sleeve Lycra (Black) $28 Cool kids clothing and accessories from Up & Riding.

Billabong Kids Influence Short Sleeve Lycra (Black) $26 Cool kids clothing and accessories from Up & Riding.

Influence $19.99 Nic Phillipson Influence - Giclee Print