Currently manifesting a trip to Ipanema? The newly released Farm Rio x Rip Curl collaboration just revealed the ultimate beach-ready wardrobe for the rider who actually hits the waves. While the surf and jetski world is no stranger to technical gear, it rarely looks this expressive. In a move that surprised us all, the powerhouse duo joined forces to design a colorful capsule that bridges high-performance design with bold, maximalist prints. Farm Rio, the Brazilian house known for its exuberant tropical aesthetics, and Rip Curl, the legendary Australian surfwear brand, deliver a love letter to global beach culture with this novel collection. The partnership is a seamless blend of athletic utility and the sun-soaked spirit of Rio de Janeiro, resulting in the style-forward sportswear line we’ve been waiting for.
The collaboration checks all the boxes that an ocean-ready collection should, including technical wetsuits, bikini sets, loungewear, and beachy accessories. In the unifying floral print that splashes the entire line with vibrant colors, she’ll be easy to spot tearing up the wake on her next ride. The partnership feels like a natural fit. As Farm Rio’s Branding Director Gabriel Oliveira puts it, both are “brands built by people who are passionate about their own lifestyles and the products that express them.”
For over 28 years, Farm Rio has inspired people around the world to celebrate color and dress with happiness. The energy of Rio de Janeiro carries through to their expressive textiles. Across the world in the land down under, legacy surfwear institution Rip Curl has pushed the boundaries of performance surfwear for more than five decades. Both inspire adventure, joy, and a life fulfilled in their designs.
“We collaborated closely on every element; print scale, placement, construction to ensure the pieces not only look great, but also perform to our standards in the ocean,” Amy Findlay, Rip Curl’s Head of Design, shared. The extensive product lineup is designed to empower and help, as Findlay puts it, “women around the world feel confident when they wear it in and out of the water.”
With summer beach days officially on the horizon, this collaboration makes a strong case for a total beachwear wardrobe refresh. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just here for the après-surf vibes, this is one drop you shouldn’t let sweep away out to sea.
