93% matchBillabong
Same-era Aussie surf giant, print-heavy beachwear
What changes: Slightly more youth-fashion prints, less snow outerwear
Brand profile
Quiksilver
Australian-founded surf label, owned by Authentic Brands Group since 2023, known for boardshorts, wetsuits and snow outerwear.
TorquayOrigin
MenswearFocus
SkatewearStyle
$$Price
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What to know about Quiksilver
Boardshorts and wetsuits are the core
Founded in Torquay in 1969, the line still centers on surf gear — Highline and stretch boardshorts, wetsuits, rash guards — with tees, hoodies and snow outerwear around it.
A licensed brand now, not independent
Authentic Brands Group bought parent Boardriders in September 2023, so what you buy is made by licensees rather than one in-house operation.
Logo tees and swim carry it
At the low-to-mid price tier, the volume sits in graphic tees and swimwear; footwear, bags and accessories round out the range.
How Quiksilver fits
Overall fit
true to size
Most shoppers report Quiksilver runs true to size but cuts on the generous, easygoing side, so the same size feels roomier than in slimmer European or fashion-oriented brands.
Tip: Take your usual size for a comfortable surf-casual fit, and size down one if you want anything close to a slim or trim silhouette.
Medium confidence · based on 14 sources
By category
| Category | Runs | Shape | Size advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoodies & sweatshirts | true to size | relaxed, casual fit with generous sleeves and body room | Stick with your normal size unless you want an oversized look, in which case go up one. |
| Shirts & overshirts | true to size | regular fit woven shirts, roomier than a slim dress shirt | Order your usual size; size down only if you prefer a tailored silhouette. |
| Trousers & pants | true to size | straight to relaxed chinos and walkshorts with some stretch in newer fabrics | Buy your measured waist size; the stretch fabrics give a little after wear. |
| Jackets | slightly large | roomy, layering-friendly cut, especially in snow outerwear | Take your usual size since the cut already allows for mid-layers, and only size up if you layer heavily. |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | slightly large | regular to slightly boxy through the chest with a straight body | If you like a closer fit, consider sizing down, as the standard tees tend to hang loose. |
Directional fit consensus summarized from public sources with AI — a starting point, not a guarantee. Confirm with the product's own measurements before buying.
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Quiksilver fit questions
Does Quiksilver run big or small?
Quiksilver fits true to size. Take your usual size for a comfortable surf-casual fit, and size down one if you want anything close to a slim or trim silhouette. Most shoppers report Quiksilver runs true to size but cuts on the generous, easygoing side, so the same size feels roomier than in slimmer European or fashion-oriented brands.
How does Quiksilver fit?
Most shoppers report Quiksilver runs true to size but cuts on the generous, easygoing side, so the same size feels roomier than in slimmer European or fashion-oriented brands. Overall shape: regular to relaxed, surf-casual cut that is roomier through the chest and waist than fashion labels.
How do Quiksilver hoodies & sweatshirts fit?
Quiksilver hoodies & sweatshirts fits true to size. Stick with your normal size unless you want an oversized look, in which case go up one. Shape: relaxed, casual fit with generous sleeves and body room.
How do Quiksilver shirts & overshirts fit?
Quiksilver shirts & overshirts fits true to size. Order your usual size; size down only if you prefer a tailored silhouette. Shape: regular fit woven shirts, roomier than a slim dress shirt.
How do Quiksilver trousers & pants fit?
Quiksilver trousers & pants fits true to size. Buy your measured waist size; the stretch fabrics give a little after wear. Shape: straight to relaxed chinos and walkshorts with some stretch in newer fabrics.
Brand facts
Quiksilver makes surf-rooted apparel: Highline and stretch boardshorts, wetsuits, rash guards, logo tees, hoodies and snow outerwear, plus footwear, bags and accessories. Founded in Torquay, Victoria by Alan Green and John Law and headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, it has been owned by Authentic Brands Group since ABG completed its purchase of parent Boardriders on 1 September 2023. Licensee Liberated Brands filed for Chapter 11 in February 2025 and liquidated, closing North American stores; Authentic reassigned the men's license to O5 Apparel and women's to Velocity Global Brands.
- Founded
- 1969
- Origin
- Torquay, Australia
- Made in
- China, Vietnam, Indonesia
- Price
- $$
- Focus
- Menswear
- Facts checked
- September 2026
- Styles
- Skatewear, Athleisure / Sportswear, Gorpcore / Outdoor