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7. SMASHBOX ON THE ROCKS BE LEGENDARY LIP GLOSS SET www.sephora.com
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8. SMASHBOX ON THE ROCKS BRUSH SET | www.sephora.com 9. ROUGE BUNNY ROUGE RAW GARDEN EYE SHADOW PALETTE www.rougebunnyrouge.com 1. MAKE UP FOREVER STUDIO CASE www.sephora.com
Stock up on all of the beauty products you’ll need to join the festivities looking your brightest most dazzling yet. From make-up to skincare, hair care and fragrances, we’ve got it all to get you ready to pamper and shine this Holiday season.
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2. CLE DE PEAU SHIMMERING LIPGLOSS TRIO | $50 | www.sephora. com 3. URBAN DECAY FULL FRONTAL LIPSTICK STASH | www.sephora.com
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4. URBAN DECAY SHADOW BOX www.sephora.com
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5. URBAN DECAY BLACK MAGIC 24/7 GLIDE-ON DOUBLE- ENDED EYE PENCIL SET | www.sephora.com
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6. SMASHBOX ON THE ROCKS PHOTO OP EYE SHADOW LUXE PALETTE | www.sephora.com
10.LE MÉTIER DE BEAUTE KALEIDOSCOPE FACE KIT www.lemetierdebeaute.com 11.KEVIN AUCOIN THE EXPERT LIP COLOR SIREEDAN www.kevynaucoin.com
15. LAQA & CO. LIP LUBE FIVER www.laqaandco.com 16. BUTTER LONDON- THE POSH POUT www.butterlondon.com 17. CHANTECAILLE THE PERFECT BROW SET www.chantecaille.com 18. LAURA GELLER- 20 SHADES OF BAKED www.laurageller.com 19. SEPHORA FAVORITES GLITZ & GLAM PARTY ESSENTIALS www.sephora.com
20. SEPHORA GOLD STAR PRESTIGE 12. NARS HARDWIRED EYESHADOW- PRO BRUSH SET GABON EYE SHADOW www.sephora.com www.narscosmetics.com 13. NARS HARDWIRED LIPSTICKDEADLY CATCH www.narscosmetics.com 14. NARS LIPGLOSS – CORSICA www.narscosmetics.com
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5. ELEMIS LIFT EFFECT PERFECTION
www.elemis.com
6. DR. LIN DAILY CLEANSER
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3. SULWHASOO MICRODEEP INTENSIVE FILLING CREAM & PATCH
www.boscia.com
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www.koraorganics.com
www.lancerskincare.com
4. BOSCIA THE BLACK TEA COLLECTION FOR LUMINOUS SKIN
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www.naturabisse.com
www.sulwhasoo.com
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2. NATURA BISSE DIAMOND PREMIER SET
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1. NATURA BISSE DIAMOND HOLIDAY SET
www.lancerskincare.com 12. LANCER ADVANCED C RADIANCE CREAM
www.lancerskincare.com 13. CLARISONIC PLUS
www.clarisonic.com 14. LA PRAIRIE ETERNAL PLATINUM SET
www.drlinskincare.com
www.laprairie.com
7. AVALON AGE-LESS ILLUMINATING SERUM
15. LA PRAIRIE CLASSIC CAVIAR GIFT SET
www.avalonpersonalcare.com
www.laprairie.com
8. BIOELEMENTS TRIPLE-ACTION, 16. NEKTER JUICE BAR CLEANSE RAPID-RESURFACING FACIAL KIT www.nekterjuicebar.com
www.bioelements.com
17. BELLE CORE
www.bellebodybuffer.com
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Luxurious bath and body favorites to rejuvenate and revive during the Holiday Season.
From straight and sleek to intricate curls and red carpet ready blowouts, cheers to being the stand out start every party this Holiday Season with T3
1. GUERLAIN COQUE D'OR PERFUMED SHIMMER POWDER BODY & HAIR
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www.guerlain.com 1. T3 BODYWAVER
2. ROUGE BUNNY ROUGE ARCADIA EAU DE PARFUM
The BodyWaver creates today’s most sought-after runway and red carpet styles – a sleek, polished blowout look or big, loose waves.
www.rougebunnyrouge.com 3. ARBONNE AWAKEN BATH & SHOWER GEL
www.arbonne.com
2. T3 SINGLEPASS X
4. BLISS BE 'SPA'-VELOUS!
Sleek and straight with a single glide.
www.blissworld.com
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3. T3 VOLUMINOUS HOT ROLLERS
With this travel-ready set of hot rollers, every strand of hair will have volume, shape, movement and Holiday shine.
www.koraorganics.com 6. SILK'N FLASH & GO
4. T3 WHIRL TRIO
www.silkn.com
Creates countless Holiday glam looks—from defined spiral curls to full-body glamour waves.
7. GLO PERSONAL TEETH WHITENING DEVICE
www.gloscience.com
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Dry and style your hair in a flash with this dryer enhanced revolutionary technologies to help reduce frizz while boosting your hair’s health, body, and shine.
8. ANNICK GOUTAL VENT DE FOLIE EDT
www.AnnickGoutal.com 9. XEN-TAN LUMINOUS GOLD GEL
www.xen-tan.com
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HAPPY HAUTE HOLIDAYS! Just in time for all of your most fashionable holiday festivities, Haute Hippie's ultra-chic, eclectic and versatile line has the must-have pieces you'll need to add to your closet this season. HAUTE HIPPIE
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1. HHHO 14-7133 HIGH NECK JUNK SEQUIN SLEEVELESS DRESS
Embellished Ponte | $695 Dark Midnight Haute Hippie Retail Stores Just the right amount of sexy in this all over sequin dress for those holiday parties, wear with black tights and heels to keep warm.
HHHO 14-3205 ASYMMETRICAL LAPEL FITTED TUXEDO DRESS
Crepe Back Satin | $595 Wine Haute Hippie Retail Stores The classic Haute Hippie tuxedo dress is brought back this season in a must-have Holiday color. This celebrity favorite is a go to for every holiday party. 1. HHHO 14-5067 DIP DYED “THE HUSBAND” BUTTON DOWN WITH POCKET
Silk | $345 Swan/Black (Although looks Midnight & Black) Haute Hippie Retail Stores, hautehippie.com Embrace the holiday plaid in this modern dip dyed color, styled underneath an embellished vest or layered with a cozy scarf.
HHHO 14-7063 LARGE ABSTRACT ROSE CRAPIN
Silk Antique Ivoire $395 Haute Hippie Retail Stores The Abstract Rose Crapin is the layering piece of the season. Add shine to any holiday outfit by layering over your favorite silk collared blouse. HHHO 14-3081 TUXEDO ONESIE WITH HALF DRAPED SKIRT HEAVY TAILORING CREPE
Black| $695 Haute Hippie Retail Stores, hautehippie.com The new dress. Wear this versatile tuxedo onesie to holiday weddings, parties, and even the office with an over the shoulder cardigan.
2. HHHO 14-7045 OSTRICH FEATHER MINI SKIRT WITH HEMATITE BUGLE FRINGE
4. HHHO 14-7123 TORN CHIFFON BLAZER WITH CRYSTAL EPAULETTES HEAVY TAILORING CREPE
Swan | $995 Haute Hippie Retail Stores, Hautehippie.com An update to your classic blazer, this blazer adds just the right amount of embellishment for the holidays. 5. HHHO 14-4037 PANT WITH CHIFFON TAIL HEAVY TAILORING CREPE
Georgette Silk/Ostrich Feathers | $595 Midnight Haute Hippie Retail Stores, Hautehippie.com Channel your inner bohemian in this daring feather mini skirt suitable for a night out on the town.
Silk | $425 Black Haute Hippie Retail Stores, Hautehippie.com It doesn’t matter how you enter, it’s how you exit that counts. These pants make a chic statement every time you leave the room.
3. HHHO 14-7094 SLEEVELESS DRESS WITH COWL BACK AND EMBELLISHED NECKLINE
6. HHHO 14-7061 BUTTON DOWN CROSSOVER BLOUSE WITH EMBELLISHED CUFFS
Silk | $535 Swan/Black Haute Hippie Retail Stores Inspired by ‘Wuthering Heights’ this printed dress is best worn with an oversized printed sweater for that print on print trend.
Silk | $395 Antique Ivoire Haute Hippie Retail Stores, Hautehippie.com With draping that flatters any body type, this blouse will carry you through the holiday season simply paired with your favorite jeans or even a sexy pencil skirt.
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HOLIDAY HAIR PARTY HALO HAIR EXTENSIONS A most angelic Halo for the Holidays www.halohairextensions.com
The Halo is a revolutionary design for those needing instant volume and length. With a combination of affordable luxury and using only 100% Indian Remy Human Hair, every girl deserves a Halo! WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:
The Halo is a great choice that girls from around the world love! It's fast, reliable and can transform your look in seconds! WHY WE LOVE IT
Halo loves working with some of the best award winning salons in the world. Our commitment to offering a wide range of shades (currently 30 different colours including 10 mixes) in 4 different lengths, is equalled only by our lifetime warranty on all stitching and the miracle wire itself. We call this the "Halo Safety Net" and it's why thousands of women each year love purchasing and wearing Halo Hair Extensions. Our company goal is simple - do it better than anyone else. The focus especially being on real results, as shown by the thousands of pictures uploaded by our currently over 100,000 fans on Facebook, showing off some amazing before & after images. The concept of hair on a wire is not a new idea. In fact you can trace designs back to 1925! Having seen other brands execute similar designs that were either synthetic or inferior quality - or simply charging ridiculous prices our inspiration was affordable luxury without compromising quality. WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO CARE FOR THE HAIR?
Using only 100% Indian Remy Human Hair means you can cut it, curl it, wash it, brush it, dye it, and style it. The most basic rule is to treat it with the same love and respect you should your own hair, and you'll be fine. The biggest enemy of any hair extensions is excessive brushing, washing, or heat application. We think the ocean readers all deserve a Halo! So this month if they visit www.halohairextensions.com they can get 10% off - just use the code oceanhalo at checkout!
BABY & KID'S HOLIDAY TREATS 1. ARBONNE ABC HAIR & BODY WASH
6. UBABUB NIFTY TIMBER CRIB
www.arbonne.ca
www.ubabub.us
2. KIDKRAFT RACE CAR BED
7. NUNA LEAF
www.kidkraft.com
www.shopnuna.com
3. KIDKRAFT DELUXE VANITY SET
8. NUNA HIGHCHAIR
www.kidkraft.com
www.shopnuna.com
4. KIDKRAFT OUTDOOR PLAYHOUSE
9. TSUKIHOSHI
www.kidkraft.com
www.Tsukihoshi.com
5. UBABUB POD CRIB
10. PRIVATE PARTY
www.ubabub.us
www.private-party.myshopify.com
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FOR YOUR LITTLE ELVES
11. JOHNNIE-O
17. CUPCAKE NURSING PADS
www.johnnie-o.com
www.cakelingerie.com
12. EVENFLO速 WORLD EXPLORER TRIPLE FUN PLUS+ EXERSAUCER
18. BEATRIX NY
13. KONFIDENCE UV SUIT
19. DOLCE AND PANNA LUNCHBOX
www.konfidence.com
www.beatrixny.com
www.pediped.com
20. PENELOPE LITTLE KIDD BACKPACK
15. EEBOO GLITTER PUZZLE
21. POTTERY BARN KIDS
14. PEDIPED
www.shopeeboo.com
www.potterybarnkids.com
16. SAMSUNG BABY WASHER
22. SNOWMAN QUILTED BEDDING
www.samsung.com.us
23. SANTA & FRIENDS QUILTED BEDDING
HAVE A SPLENDID HOLIDAY SEASON! For your little ones on your list...naughty and nice... these are our favorites, hip and chic at a most fabulous price.
ELLA MOSS
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HOLIDAY GLITZ & glam guide
GIFTS, GEARS, GADGETS, & GISMOS FOR YOUR GUY
1. ELECTRIC ED01-TIDE WATCH
16. MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN 3 SCENTED CANDLES SET
www.electriccalifornia.com
8. SALAMANDER DESIGNS BARCELONA AV CABINET
www.salamanderdesigns.com
www.franciskurkdjian.com
2. SAMSUNG OVER THE RANGE MICROWAVE
9. SAMSUNG BAGLESS VACUUM
17. BLUE APRON
www.samsung.com
www.samsung.com
www.blueapron.com
3. MATOUK BEDDING
10. SUNBRITE TV
www.matouk.com
www.sunbritetv.com
18. ALL-CLAD STAINLESS STEEL ROUND DUTCH OVEN
4. GENEVA LAB SOUND SYSTEMS XXL
11. HARMON/KARDON ESQUIRE MINI
www.genevalab.com 5. FUEGO LIVING BBQ
www.fuegoliving.com 6. LODGE 5- PIECE CAST-IRON COOKWARE SET
www.lodgemfg.com 7. KRUPS JUICE EXTRACTOR
www.krupsusa.com
www.harmonkardon.com 12. DEMEYRE SENSES COOKWARE
www.all-clad.com 19. BAXTER OF CALIFORNIA SHAVE 1.2.3
www.demeyre.be
20. BRUSH/ SHAVE/ AFTERSHAVE SHAVE 123 KIT
13. ALL-CLAD DUTCH OVEN
21. NIP + MAN AB FIX
www.all-clad.com 14. DAKINE WHEELED DUFFLE
www.dakine.com 15. SEPHORA FAVORITES COLOGNE
22. ANTHONY- THE ESSENTIAL TRAVELER KIT 23. ELEMIS MULTI-ACTIVE MEN'S COLLECTION
Liquid Couture PHOTOGRAPHY by CHRISTINA M. FELICE STYLING by IVY JARRIN
Gown: Christos Costarellos, $3,300, Fashion Forwards (info@fashionforwards.com) Bra ($280) and Panty ($135): Noe Undergarments, www.noeundergarments.com Arm Piece: Zana Bayne, $160, www.shopzanabayne.com Earrings: Erickson Beamon Rocks, $48, www.ericksonbeamonrocks.com
Gown: Ritual, $5,500, www.makelifearitual.com Necklace: Erickson Beamon, $978, Beyond 7 (646.619.6857) Earrings: Alberto Parada, $4,095, www.albertoparada.com
Gown: Alpana Neeraj, price available upon request, www.alpananeeraj.com Bracelet: Erickson Beamon, $643, Beyond 7 (646.619.6857) Surfboard: Libtech www.lib-tech.com Traction Pad & Leash: Creatures of Leisure www.creatures.com.au
Fur: Elliatt, $450 www.revolveclothing.com Top: N12H, $85 www.n12h.com Shorts: Noe Undergarments, $335, www.noeundergarments.com Earrings: Erickson Beamon, $605, Beyond 7 (646.619.6857) Surfboard: Surftech www.surftech.com
Gown: Christos Costarellos, $3,300, Fashion Forwards (info@fashionforwards.com) Bra ($280) and Panty ($135): Noe Undergarments, www.noeundergarments.com Arm Piece: Zana Bayne, $160, www.shopzanabayne.com Earrings: Erickson Beamon Rocks, $48, www.ericksonbeamonrocks.com
Gown: Divina by Edward Arsouni, $1800, Fashion Forwards (info@fashionforwards.com) Ring: Daniel Espinosa, $1200, www.danielespinosa.com Surfboard: Surftech www.surftech.com
Jumpsuit: Alon Livne, price available upon request, www.alonelivne.com Bracelets (2 sets): Erickson Beamon Rocks, $75 and $125, www.ericksonbeamonrocks.com Stand-up Paddleboard: Boga Boards bogaboards.com
Gown: Forever Unique, $675, www.foreverunique.co.uk Necklace: Daniel Espinosa, www.danielespinosa.com Ring: Daniel Espinosa, $1200, www.danielespinosa.com Earrings: Aerin Erickson Beamon, $200, www.aerin.com
Photography by Christina M. Felice Styling by Ivy Jarrin Hair/Make up by Maia Wagle Photo assistance by Laure Vincent-Bouleau
Precious Metals Get a dose of this season’s new high-shine elegance. Photography by Troy Jensen
Corset Top: BOTTEGA VENETTA Denim Shirt: YVES SAINT LAURENT Jewelry: MONA ASSEMI
Dress: PHILLIP LIM 3.1 Jewlery: MONA ASSEMI
Dress: KORO VILA Jewelry: MONA ASSEMI
Jumpsuit: REFORMATION Jewelry: MONA ASSEMI
Jumpsuit: REFORMATION Jewelry: MONA ASSEMI
Fur Coat: ISABEL MARANT Top: BALMAIN Jewelry: MON ASSEMI
Blazer: YVES SAINT LAURENT Dress: BOTTEGA VENETTA Lace Collar: KARL LAGERFELD
Gown: OSCAR DE LA RENTA
Talent Actress Christa B Allen Hair by Joseph Chase Styling by Barbara Constantin Location by Cindy Rocker Showroom Production by Jarek Addison Makeup Assistant Natasha Uraine
HOLIDAY GLITZ & glam guide
HOLIDAY TRAVEL BUZZ
2. HOTEL CINCO
www.cincopuntamita.com Spectacularly flanked by the vibrant blue waters of the Pacific, Hotel Cinco is one of the most elegant, luxurious and charming hotels south of the border. Experience Mexico in contemporary, vibrant style with Hotel Cinco, a family-friendly boutique hotel nestled gracefully on the golden sands of Punta de Mita in the Riviera Nayarit, one of Mexico's most dynamic and sophisticated destinations. Hotel Cinco enchants the romance of travel, fused with a unique sense of tranquillity and privacy. Complimented by its signature impeccable hospitality and warmth, Hotel Cinco is offers visitors a harmonious blend of nature, culture and luxury. A pallette of richly chosen colors, an assortment of textures, and handcrafted furnishings and decor characterize this hotel gem. Complete with every modern amenity, a fully equipped kitchen, captivating ocean views and stunning vistas and the convenience of a 24 hour concierge service, Hotel Cinco offers endless barefoot relaxation in paradise.
1. OMNI AMELIA ISLAND PLANTATION RESORT "WINTER WONDERLAND" RETREAT www.omniameliaislandplantation.com
Give the gift of Florida sunshine with Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort's "Winter Wonderland Retreat." Available now through Dec. 31 this getaway includes luxury oceanfront accommodations, daily breakfast at Sunrise Cafe featuring The Art of Breakfast, complimentary valet parking, milk and cookie turndown, a festive welcome amenity, and unlimited access to Santa's Workshop at The Shops at Amelia Island Plantation -- offering everchanging daily delights including live music, festive falling snow and family-friendly activities. The perfect holiday destination, the 1,350 acre luxury oceanfront resort features 54 holes of championship golf; 23 Har-Tru速 tennis courts; award-winning recreation programs, a nature-inspired signature spa and ten superb restaurants and lounges.
Just steps to the sand, surf, complete with an oceanfront infinity pool, a romantic rooftop pool and dining terrace, an epicurean and artistic restaurant Tuna Blanc beside the property, hip and slick yoga classes, a private beach complete with cozy lounge chairs, and the nearby Marietas Islands beckoning for outdoor adventures, Hotel Cinco is the perfect destination for those seeking a relaxing Mexican vacation with a luxurious and exotic backdrop. Hotel Cinco also offers fully managed 2 and 3 bedroom residences for sale which allow for effortless ownership in this spectacular Mexican getaway delight.
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4. GILD HALL
inviting atmosphere designed for the sophisticated traveler who expects the highest level of services and amenities.
Evoking the feeling, spirit, and spontaneity of the world's most celebrated cities, Gild Hall in New York City, is defined by a subtle elegance, impeccable style and luxurious comfort.
This stunning property allows business or leisure guests to experience an elevated Boutique Hotel experience where personalized, service is thoughtfully delivered in a private and exclusive ambiance with distinctive in-room comforts and modern amenities are enjoyed throughout the duration of your stay.
www.thompsonhotels.com/hotels/gild-hall
Set among Lower Manhattan’s classic colonial-era streets, Gild Hall is a unique hotel that honors New York City's history while bringing the Financial District and Wall Street to life with a renewed and boasting social, artistic, and cultural spirit. Defining the very meaning of hospitality, Gild Hall welcomes you graciously to downtown Manhattan. With a passion for interior design and comfort, Gild Hall represents a striking sense of modernity with a refined indulgence of all that is luxurious. What has been created at this quaint boutique hotel is an
3. VILLA LUNADA villa-lunada.com
The ultimate getaway and private retreat. Situated on an enclave in one of the Riviera Nayarit's most sought after, exclusive gated communities, Villa Lunada offers expansive panoramic views of the Pacific with a lush, tropical landscape creating your own private paradise. Breathtaking views coupled with custom design, entice guests for a romantic getaway, wedding, honeymoon, surf and yoga retreat, or family vacation. Villa Lunada offers the same first-class service of a luxury resort, with an intimate and personalized touch. Perched above El Faro, a right point break and easy access to an additional 2 surf breaks as well the world renowned Jack Nicklaus Golf course, Villa Lunada is a perfect option for both relaxation and recreation with surfing, sports, sunset cruises, and shopping all within a close proximity. Indulge in spectacular gourmet meals cooked by your own private chef, round-the-clock house keeping and
concierge services, and poolside margaritas in your private outdoor sanctuary. The staff cater to your every whim and even offer authentic, Mexican cooking classes during your stay. Villa Lunada open air design features an infinity pool and an expansive terrace fit for candlelit outdoor dining poolside lounging, and late evening bonfire bliss. Chaise lounges speckle the sun-soaked lawn and a lazy hammock hangs between two majestic palms. Accommodating up to 12 guests, each room is perfectly appointed with unique and authentic Mexican decor. Outdoor rain showers, a plunge bathtub, beautiful verandas, a media room, fitness equipment and a fully- equipped kitchen are all set amid an ambiance of modern refinement. Villa Lunada is an ideal destination for family gatherings, yoga and surfing retreats, small weddings and elopements, Villa Lunada's tranquility and privacy provides a unique and luxurious Mexican oasis getaway.
NEARBY PLAY:
All within walking distance to the hotel, you can explore nearby Trinity Church, visit the World Trade Center Memorial, catch a water taxi to Brooklyn and Governor’s Island, or take in the view from Battery Park City. Gild Hotel is just steps from to a main subway station. Driven by style and impeccable world class service, Gild Hall delivers an engaging blend of modern luxury and urban sophistication. Designed to inspire and destined to provide a flawless guest experience.
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1. SURF HARDWARE INTERNATIONAL SOFTECH SOFTBOARDS www.softechsoftboards.com
From the beautiful waters of Hawaii to the sun drenched coastline of California, the Surf & SUP industry has evolved to create some of the most innovative designs and well adapted and unique styles. With such a vast array to choose from, Ocean has hand-picked our ultimate favorites- the most sought after brands renowned for functionality, simplicity and their uniquely crafted style.
THE BEST SOFT SURFBOARDS ON THE PLANET
Innovation.
2.STOREYOURBOARD www.StoreYourBoard.com 1-800-701-3743 info@StoreYourBoard.com
THE VFS FIN SYSTEM ( Variable Fin System) We developed a changeable fin system in softboards. This allows you to change your fins to suit your ability and not to mention the boards performance and dynamics. Our VFS technology is pateneted and or patent pending in our countries.
FAVORITE SURF/ SUP DESTINATIONS? The best kept secret
WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE LINE? NEW LAUNCHES? WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR? Watch this space: ww.softechsoftboards.com
WHAT BEGAN YOUR PASSION FOR SURFING AND BOARD RACK DESIGN?
The core of StoreYourBoard is a group of friends with a passion for board sports who grew up together surfing and wakeboarding summers and snowboarding and skiing winters. The business side began when our founder, Josh, couldn’t find the right racks for his house to organize and store his boards. So Josh (an engineer) built his first rack – the “scorpion rack.” But when Josh tried to sell the rack to supply existing retailers, they rejected him. Josh believed there was a need for storage and display racks in the market so he created StoreYourBoard.com to sell the scorpion rack and turn his passion into a business. From that small start, we have expanded the number and variety of storage, display and car racks we sell by testing and creating new designs and retailing other popular racks. Now our rack selection is second to none for surfboards, paddleboards, skateboards, wakeboards and snowboards, and for other non-board sports like kayaks and bikes.
WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST INSPIRATION IN DESIGNING RACKS?
Our biggest inspiration has to be the goal of continuing to develop our passions into a successful business. Because we share those passions with our customers, we’re also inspired to meet their needs: to organize, store and display their most prized possessions, their boards. That means we’ve got to design and create racks that really blow people away and make them wonder how they ever lived without our racks. For some, that means racks that fit with their homes to display their boards as works of art. For others, that means functional and practical storage racks for garages, sheds and other storage spaces.
WHAT MAKES YOUR DESIGNS UNIQUE IN THE INDUSTRY?
Our approach to designing racks is unique in that we have to want the rack before we make it. Our team, our family and our friends all have boards, so we are our customers, and from that perspective we only want to have the best products for sale on StoreYourBoard.com. Also, our website is unique in that our team puts a lot of time and effort into writing informative descriptions of our products and having the best product pictures; both help our customers make informed buying decisions.
WHAT ARE YOUR MOST POPULAR MODELS? With the huge growth in the standup paddleboard market, our SUP racks have really taken off, particularly our SUP wall racks for home storage. As expensive
as paddleboards are, it makes financial sense to take care of them, and as big as they are, you really need help storing and transporting them. Anyone that has a paddleboard should check out a SUP home rack, a SUP car rack or even a SUP bike rack.
3. BIC SPORT www.bicsport.com
ARE THERE ANY NEW TECHNOLOGIES THAT YOU’RE INTEGRATING INTO YOUR BOARD RACKS?
We know our customers love racks that are versatile, so we’re incorporating new yet simple technologies into our racks with that in mind. Rack arms that fold up when not in use, adjustable rack arms to accommodate different-sized boards, and free-standing racks that can be moved around are all design ideas we’re constantly working on. Also, we’ve got a responsibility to the environment to find ways to minimize any harm caused by our products. We’re always on the lookout to see if there are more Earth-friendly materials to use in our racks.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO CUSTOMERS TO HELP THEM GET THE BEST BOARD RACKS POSSIBLE? It may be “just a rack,” but really think about the purpose of your rack purchase. First, where will you use the racks? Some racks are better fits for sheds than bedrooms based on appearance and functionality. Or maybe the only space you’ve got to store your boards is the ceiling of your garage – we’ve got racks for that. Second, what type of and how many boards will you store in your racks? If you have one paddleboard but might get another one, get a rack with multi-board storage. Or if you have a surfboard and a wakeboard, find a rack that accommodates both types of boards. If you think about the purpose of the racks before you buy them you’ll nail your selections.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SURF SPOT?
As East Coast-ers, our favorite surf spot is Hatteras, on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Our favorite destination surf spot is Aguadilla/Isabelain Puerto Rico.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR READERS?
As a small startup taking on the challenge of developing the board rack industry, we’d appreciate all the help we can get in spreading the word about our brand to friends, family and fellow riders! Check us out at www.StoreYourBoard.com! And please share photos with us of your board racks or you and your boards in action on Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest and Facebook: @StoreYourBoard
BIC SPORT MANUFACTURES PADDLEBOARDS, SURFBOARDS, KAYAKS, WINDSURF BOARDS AND JUNIOR SAILBOATS AT OUR OWN FACILITY IN VANNES, FRANCE.
THE REVOLUTION.
Exclusive manufacturing technology which allows us to build high-quality, performance-minded watersports equipment at great prices.
INSPIRATION.
Founded in 1979 by the Bich family, of BIC Pen fame, BIC Sport grew from the family’s passion for watersports and expertise in sustainable manufacturing.
FAVORITE SURF/ SUP DESTINATION.
The Brittany Coast of France, where BIC Sport’s headquarters is located. Look out for the new 2015 SUP range is online atwww.bicsup.com, check it out!
OCEAN MAGAZINE HAD THE PLEASURE OF HANGING WITH THE LINE’S CREATOR, ROB GEIL WHO GAVE US THE ULTIMATE SCOOP BEHIND THE GENIUS AND HIP REVOLUTION OF THE BRAND. OM: WHAT BEGAN YOUR PASSION FOR SURFING AND BOARD RACK CREATION?
ROB: I’ve been surfing since a young age. As a matter of fact I was too young to remember the first time my dad took me out and pushed me in to waves. We have amazing waves in Southern California, and even better surfers. Like many avid surfers my dad and I had many surf boards in our garage. We had them all (short boards, fun boards, long boards). We even had a few fixed-fin old school boards as well as a couple that I shaped myself. I found that there was no easy or affordable way to store the boards on the wall or ceiling. Solving that problem was the start of Calfin.
OM: WHAT IS YOUR DESIGN PHILOSOPHY?
ROB: Our racks are designed to be affordable, simple to install and effective. They take only minutes to set up and are a great solution to store surfboards as well as other types of boards such as Stand Up Paddleboards and wake boards. We also believe in keeping our manufacturing in the United States, and source our materials from suppliers locally in Southern California.
OM: WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST INSPIRATION IN DESIGNING RACKS?
ROB: The customer. Today’s economic environment has been tough on everyone. We make a quality rack that is affordable for anyone to purchase and will keep their expensive equipment off of the floor and protected.
OM: WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST ACCOMPLISHMENT IN THE SURF INDUSTRY? PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY.
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www.CalfinUSA.com Creator: Rob Geil
ROB: Personally: I surfed Black’s in San Diego on a huge day in the mid 2000’s. The accomplishment there is I that I lived through it. I was in way over my head and under-equipped as far as my board size went. It gave me a new found respect for the power of the ocean and a quick realization of how long I could hold my breath. Professionally: Calfin as a whole has become my greatest accomplishment. Not only have we designed a product that is in thousands of homes around the
world, we’ve also created a brand that customers ask for by name. Taking is in thousands of homes around the world, we’ve also created a brand that customers ask for by name. Taking Calfin from an idea to a full blown operation has been quite the ride, but is a very rewarding feeling in the end.
OM: WHAT ARE YOUR MOST POPULAR MODELS?
ROB: Anything related to Stand Up Paddleboarding. The sport has taken off and shows no sign of slowing down. Our double paddleboard rack is our best selleronline, and can hold two SUP boards from the ceiling.
OM: ARE THERE ANY NEW TECHNOLOGIES THAT YOU’RE INTEGRATING INTO YOUR DESIGNS?
ROB: Most of the new technologies we incorporate into our designs happen behind the scenes. Processes like Laser Cutting and CNC machining make our custom designs a step above the rest, while keeping our prices affordable for the consumer.
OM: WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SURF SPOT?
ROB: Living in San Clemente, it would be blasphemy if I didn’t say Lower Trestles. Although I like to surf anywhere that the waves are good and the crowd is small.
OM: WHAT’S YOUR NEXT OR DREAM SURF DESTINATION ON YOUR BUCKET LIST?
ROB: I’d like to just follow the stops on ASP World Championship Tour for a year. I wouldn’t say my bucket list would be complete after that, but it would make for an awesome start!
OM: IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR READERS?
ROB: Although we are mainly a manufacturing company making our products in quantity for the general public, we still have a full metal fabrication shop that most customers aren’t aware of. We make custom racks and displays for trade shows, retail stores, and home applications as well. We can manufacture specialized racks and displays for just about anything under the sun.
OM: WHAT’S THE BEST WAY FOR OUR READERS TO CONNECT WITH YOU? Orders@CalfinUSA.com www.CalfinUSA.com Facebook.com/Calfin949
5. PADDLE SURF HAWAII www.paddlesurfhawaii.com
5. HALA GEAR www.halagear.com
RENOWNED FOR THEIR enough using the machines computer program to its fullest. Boards can be PERFORMANCE, AND FUN done with great accuracy and most of all SLEEK STYLE, THE PADDLE consistency when doing high quantities. SURF HAWAII IS THE PERFORMANCE MATTERS. ULTIMATE ALOHA SPIRIT IN Paddle Surf Hawaii is ALWAYS striving design better performing boards. We ALL OF OF THEIR BOARDS. to have over 500 boards on file. The computer LET THE GOOD WAVES ROLL.
Living in Hawaii surfing the waves of our island home, PSH was created after we learned how to stand up paddle surf and discovered how fun it is. We were instantly hooked! Once we went through the learning stages we soon found out we were wanting to create better boards to better our paddling and surfing. We saw the incredible potential of what could be done with specially made high performance boards… Whether its just paddling for fitness or tearing up the surf, its all about having fun.
SHAPE UP.
Some time long, long ago the first surfboards were made by hand using wood and crude tools to carve out the boards to ride waves to shore. As surfing gained popularity and the demand for better performing boards grew, materials got better and so did the tools to build them. In this day and age using a computer operated machine for shaping boards is normal in the industry. It is an incredible tool. The true beauty of the machine becomes clear when a shaper gets educated
allows us to go in and make changes at will without cutting anything or wasting material. We can open a certain board file and adjust things while looking at it from all angles much better than you could in a shaping bay. Volume, rocker, foils, outlines, rail contours etc, can all be adjusted to get the performance we are looking for whether it be a big change or a very small adjustment. After the machine cuts all the main components into a board they are then finished by hand.
Shaping by hand is still alive and well. PSH prefers the computer and machine. The shaping machine is not for all shapers. It’s definitely not for those shapers who are caught up in old school thinking or afraid of technology and change. It’s for those who want consistency in their products with the ability to advance rapidly without wasting time or materials. It’s for those who embrace technology. The worlds best performing jet planes, racing yachts etc are designed on computers by people who are passionate about ultimate performance. That’s exactly what we do at Paddle Surf Hawaii.
Hala’s board line offers boards for everyone and every kind of activity. Board heights range from the Hala Peño at 7’11” to the Hala Nass at 12’6”, and each board has a slightly different mix of features and end uses in mind so that you can choose the one that offers the most versatility for your paddling style. Whether you are a whitewater maniac, surf lover, ocean cruiser, you love to tour, or you love to paddle with the family. Hala’s boards set you up to be successful from the first day on them, while the advanced rocker profiles and board shapes will keep any expert paddler entertained.
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ONE-OF-A-KIND. Hala’s Rocky Mountain headquarters gives us a unique angle for designing paddle gear. Whether having a day surfing and playing at the beach, stomping big whitewater, doing yoga with friends, or touring your favorite water, Hala boards are built to let you live your adventure. We use and abuse every piece of equipment we make, and we spare no expense to make sure the gear lasts. If we can make it better, we do. We use unbreakable fins and fin boxes, triple reinforced D-rings, and the highest quality material. Innovation is key, and we love to push the limits. Our versatile designs open up new ways of paddling. Hala boards open up limitless adventures in your own back yard.
INSPIRATION. It started by riding paddle surf shapes down the river, and realizing “we’re gonna need a bigger boat.” Bigger was just the first piece of the puzzle – it solved stability, and enhanced the paddling experience, but didn’t allow us to maneuver quickly enough. For 4 years, we have been prototyping shapes and rocker profiles, finding the perfect blend of stability and agility that we call our Progressive Shape Inflatables. From flat water to whitewater to river surfing to beach surfing, you will feel the design differences that make Hala inflatable SUPs stand out. It is a game of centimeters to get the feeling just right.
FAVORITE PADDLE OUTS.
The Yampa River and Punta de Mita Mexico!
EXCITING UPCOMINGS.
We are always pushing the design limits, and we are creating new products that will continue to define the best technology and manufacturing techniques in the industry. We are currently prototyping ICT™ (inflatable carbon technology) which will make the board up to 300% stiffer, improving performance and responsiveness, while keeping it in an inflatable package. Our boards are already the most fun on the water, and they keep getting better.
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