At Quiksilver, hardly anyone ever wears a tie. As one of the county's top surf wear licensing and manufacturing companies, the employees tend to dress in the company's casual beachfront look.
The Costa Mesa-based company with the oddly spelled name has gradually expanded from making strictly gear for surfing and water sports to apparel that is appealing to other customers, as well. Its California-inspired look is making inroads in the Midwest.

