Away oui go to the southwest coast of France to a city by the sea where striped cabine tents dot the beaches and the salty air complements the freshly baked croissants perfectly. Our friends at the excellent travel website Fathom, along with pro surfer Kassia Meador, weigh in with a few top picks to help you live le vie en plage. Don’t forget, we’ve also put together a collection filled with our faves for a trip to the south of France.

Warm Up

Cozy up to the 19-room Carlina Lodge right on the beach.

Cool Down
Grab a quick and proper Italian bite at Le Glouby, the best pizza on the coast.

Take It In

Peruse the night market, marchés nocturne, in the main square where the morning markets are held.

“I like to go to the local market in the morning for the fresh fruit and chocolate croissants.” – Kassia Meador

Carry On

Rent boards, fins, and the rest from Core’s Air Surf Shop in nearby Saint-Jean-de-Luz by the half-day, day, or week. 

Don’t Miss Out

Salute the sunset at Les 100 Marches with tapas, music, and the locals (square Jean Baptiste Lassalle; +1-33-05-5924-7561).

“I love Biarritz for the French lifestyle, the long summer days, and the late evening surfs.” – Kassia Meador

Get more of Kassia’s Biarritz tips – best locals’ bar, best beach, best surf break – on Fathom.

That shave ice is going to have to wait: Oahu is one of Hawaii’s biggest and most bustling islands, so when you touch down in Honolulu, proceed directly to Waikiki to find a good spot on the sand. Our friends at the excellent travel website Fathom, along with hometown girl and pro surfer Kelia Moniz, gave us their top picks for living aloha, plus an island-worthy collection filled with our favorites on Roxy.com.

Warm Up

Check into the Moana Surfrider and book a lomi lomi ola massage at the  Moana Lani Spa.

Cool Down

Recover from your lesson at Faith Surf School (run by Kelia’s parents!) with a Green Machine juice or ‘Awa Coconut smoothie at Diamond Head Cove Health Bar.

Take It In

Post up at Duke’s on the beach for the fish tacos at best sunset.

“I always come back for my family, friends, yummy food, happy faces, and lots of laughter.”  - Kelia Moniz

Carry On

Score chocolate-covered mac nuts and Hawaiian heirloom gold bangles at International Market Place.

Don’t Miss Out

Share giant plates of kalbi beef and bulgogi at Me’s Bar-B-Que (151 Uluniu Ave, Honolulu; +1-808-926-9717).

“I bring all my friends here for the best Korean food.” - Kelia Moniz

Get more of Kelia’s Waikiki picks – best beach, best surf break, best coffee – on Fathom.

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Introducing the DVF loves ROXY collaboration sneak peek. Available to Shop 3/7.

DVF’s bold prints meet Roxy’s signature swim silhouettes in a collection that is both playful and empowering.  From swimwear and beach cover-ups to boardshorts, rashguards, and beach bags, the pieces reflect DVF’s love of beach culture and nature as well as Roxy’s active and trailblazing spirit.  A celebration of natural beauty and confidence, the collaboration is all about encouraging women to go for it and ride the wave.

Follow your heart and dare!

Don’t forget to RSVP for our #DVFlovesROXY Twitter Chat with @DVF and @Rosy hosted by @TeenVogue! Submit your questions for a chance to WIN prizes & more!

The enchanted chain of the Maldivian Islands, southwest of India is home to isolated reef banks, uninhabited white sand beaches, secluded villages and crystal clear water  - one of our favorite places on earth. Sharing waves, laughter, fresh fish, and empty line-ups together, we asked ourselves what else we would need to live out our dreams.

Shop the new catalog here and enjoy these behind the scenes photos and video from the Roxy surf team’s adventures in the Maldives!

Playful right-handers and crystal-clear waters—the Maldives almost seems like they were made for our Roxy Surf Team. The tropical paradise has three key surfing zones spanning over 300 miles—that’s 300 miles of pristine point breaks as well as colorful, shallow reefs. Whether it was Sally Fitz slashing a front-hand right, or Kassia Meador dancing on her longboard, the Roxy girls were chasing dreams and catching waves just in time when spring fever set in. They grabbed their spring bikinis for single-fin cruises and reef explorations. Check out a snapshot of their Maldivian adventures.

Get out there, your wave is waiting…#DAREYOURSELF

We set off to the beautiful island of Oahu to meet up with Roxy Let The Sea Set You Free winners Katie McLean, Emilie Layla Lovaine & Madison Setiawan for their second life-changing adventure.

Day 1 Recap: In day 1 of their adventure, Roxy team riders Kelia Moniz, Bruna Schmitz and Monyca Byrne-Wickey greeted Let The Sea Set You Free winners Katie McLean, Emilie Layla Lovaine and Madison Setiawan on the beaches of Waikiki with a traditional Hawaiian welcome, followed by special VIP movie screening of “The Hawaiian: The Legend of Eddie Aikau”.

Day 2 Recap: With sunscreen and bikinis in tow the 3 winners went down to the sandy beaches of Waikiki to soak up some sun, SUP and do a little shopping. Can you guess what they stocked up on? Bikinis—an essential for their Hawaiian Island excursions!

Day 3 Recap: After a late-night arrival into the North Shore, the girls surfed Chuns Reef, enjoyed a delicious Acai Bowl prepared by Katie McLean and took part in the Eddie Aikau Opening Ceremony at Waimea Bay.

Day 4 Recap: On day 4 of their Hawaiian island adventures, the 3 winners and Roxy team headed to the Eastside of the North Shore where they were greeted by an outrigger canoe fully equipped with SUPs and a poke bowl lunch.

Day 5 Recap: On day 5, the Let The Sea Set You Free winners meet up with the Lisa Andersen Champ Camp crew with 4x World Champion Lisa Andersen and Roxy team rider Rosy Hodge. In between sessions Katie McLean lead the camp with a yoga lesson followed by a delicious Hawaiian BBQ lunch and ukulele session.

Day 6 Recap: From pastry tasting, jewelry making and sunset surfing…day 6 was filled with nothing short of an adventure. The day began with a trip to Ted’s bakery where the 3 winners enjoyed some of Hawaii’s best baked treats. After a delicious morning treat the group headed to Pipeline to meet up with Mia Russi of “Washed Up Jewelry” to make their own beach-inspired jewelry.

Day 7 Recap: Cloudy skies & choppy waters didn’t stop the Let The Sea Set You Free winners and Roxy team riders from setting out on an adventure on their last day in Oahu. They ended the day with a sunset surf—the perfect last night on the North Shore.

Stay warm this holiday, no matter where you are! The Roxy team tested out our Fit For Warmth wetsuits in Tofino B.C. for the Lisa Andersen Champ Camp, just for you! Cold water, warm hearts!

Roxy’s professional longboarder Kelia Moniz was crowned Women’s Longboard World Champion after winning the Swatch Girls Pro in Hainan, China. With her fluid, rail-to-rail surfing and classic hang tens, “Sister” had last year’s champ, Chelsea Williams combed in the finals. “I can’t believe how awesome it feels, I’m so thrilled to get the win…Wow, I’m the World Champion…that’s awesome!” Kelia won her first heat and hit the ground running in every round, showcasing finesse in even the toughest of conditions. The humble and selfless surfer is knows as “Sister” to her hometown on the South Shore of Oahu, and that’s what she’s become to the world at large. Sister’s biggest goal is to be a “positive influence in women’s surfing,” she says. “I want to help make women’s surfing bigger.”

Congratulate Sister by tagging your own #SisterMoments on Twitter and on Instagram (we all have a Sister that makes us Smile!) Don’t forget to tag @Roxy and @KeliaMoniz #ASPWorldLongboardChamp too!

photo credit: ASP World Tour (bottom 2 photos)

I’m Kelia Moniz, and I’m in Hainan, China for the Swatch Pro Longboard World Champs. This is the second consecutive year that this wonderful event in China will run. I’m so excited to head back there this year. The waves are so fun and not too many people know how to surf so the lineup is empty! The culture there is so rich, too. I love the welcoming community and amazing hospitality that makes the trip so special. It’s going be a good year, and I’m hoping for an even better result!!

Before I left, I ran through the Roxy shop to pick up some Holiday MUST HAVES! I’m loving this season’s fun color, prints, and textures. Just a little bit of everything to complete my winter wear wardrobe, and of course some pieces for my trip to China to keep me warm in style.

Here’s my list:

Moonstone Jacket
Elm Sweater
Autumn Fall Hat
Love Seeker Dress

Wish me luck!
Love,
Sister

We caught up with Roxy Professional Longboarder Jen Smith in the shaping room as she was getting ready for the ASP Swatch Pro Girls China event. The 2x World Longboard Champion has a good shot at claiming her third World Title at this event, so she’s shaping her own surfboard for the contest, and she’s giving us a step-by-step on how to do it!

“I want this board to be fairly basic with a smooth, curvy outline, no nose concave, soft rails and a diamond tail. The template is one I made off of my first longboard I shaped. It’s basically the nose profile of my favorite Takayama longboard and the tail profile of one of my favorite quads by Jeff McCallum.