1990s Navy Quiksilver Tee | Quiksilver US Women's S

Size: US Men's L

Age: 1990s

Measurements: Model is 5’2”, Wears US Women's Size S

Damages/flaws: None

The Manufacturer

Quiksilver was founded in 1969 by Alan Green and John Law in Torquay, Australia. Initially focused on producing high-performance boardshorts for surfers, Quiksilver expanded its product line to include clothing, accessories, and equipment for surfing, skateboarding, and snowboarding. The brand became a major player in the action sports industry, known for its innovative designs and commitment to quality. The Quiksilver logo, designed in 1973, was inspired by Hokusai's famous woodcut, "The Great Wave off Kanagawa".

The Piece

The Quiksilver center graphic tee in navy and white colorway with a back logo design is a classic representation of the brand's casual and sporty style. This piece likely reflects Quiksilver's consistent theme of blending comfort with distinctive, surf-inspired graphics. While specific historical details about this exact piece are limited, it fits within the brand's tradition of producing iconic and durable apparel for the action sports community.

The Style

The style of this Quiksilver tee is emblematic of casual surf culture, which gained significant popularity from the late 1960s onwards. Surf fashion is characterized by comfortable, easy-to-wear pieces that often feature bold graphics and logos. This style was popularized by surf communities in coastal regions and has remained a staple in casual wear due to its laid-back and practical appeal.

The Features

• Colorway: Navy and white.
• Design: Center graphic on the front, logo design on the back.
• Material: Typically made from soft, combed cotton jersey for comfort.
• Style: Casual, surf-inspired aesthetic suitable for everyday wear.

What Makes it Vintage?

• Made in Mexico

Made in Mexico, unlike Made in China, has a better chance to be vintage—this piece is proof. Mexico-made clothes came before the surge of cheap textile production, “fast-fashion” of the last twenty years. Essentially, Mexico was the earliest American textile-importer starting as early as the 1950s and peaking in the mid 1990s to early 2000s.

• Tag history

Well known, popular brands like this one have the history of their vintage tags/labels documented online! Based on this research, we can be sure of this piece’s age.

Each of our vintage pieces comes with a handwritten, customized, and strung card-stock tag of the piece's background and vintage appeal.

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