When the days start getting shorter, the swell gets cleaner, and that seaside breeze turns into something with a little edge—it's time to dial your layering game in. At IPD we’re all about living by the wave, by the board, by the salt-in-the-air lifestyle. That means gear that works hard: no fluff, no compromise, just essential pieces built for surf, skate, life.
So here are the core pieces you need this fall: a solid fleece, your go-to tees, and an indispensable beanie.
Fleece: The Core Layer When Things Cool Down
As the tide turns and afternoon sun fades earlier, you’ll want something that bridges the gap between surf session and city lights. Enter the fleece. Our fleece collection is designed to pull double duty—on the beach lot after your session and on the street after the session
The feel matters: soft, warm enough to handle the chill, yet relaxed so you’re never too cooked. Good fleece is about comfort and freedom—so you can focus on what matters (waves, or hanging with the crew), not on your gear.
This fall look for muted, versatile colors—olive, charcoal, navy—something you’ll pair with your favorite boardshorts during a late-day surf check, or with walk shorts and layered tee when you head inland.
Tip: Use your fleece as the anchor piece. Toss it into your car, drape it over the truck bed, wear it into the bonfire. It’s your go-to when the sun dips and you’re still surfing the glow.
Tees: The Everyday Foundation
Tees are the baseline. They’re the pieces you reach for when you’re flipping between seasons. Warm sun one minute, breeze the next. And a tee gives you flexibility.
At IPD we build our tees with that dual-life purpose: surf, skate, pump out to lunch, then hit the lot after dark. Crop some of last summer’s graphic heat into your fall rotation because tees carry the brand soul.
This fall, aim for a mix: a few bold graphic tees (because the surf culture lives in those loud prints) paired with a handful of clean, minimal blanks you’ll wear under your fleece. Colors that play with your outerwear palette.
Look for: 100% cotton or cotton-rich blends, a relaxed fit with enough structure to hold shape. You’ll wear them solo when it’s still warm. Layer them when the weather turns.
Pro tip: keep your tees fresh. Rotate smart. Some go bold for session days, some stay low-key for post-surf hangouts. And yes, you can still rock boardshorts + tee when the afternoon is still warm.
The Gully Beanie: Your Grab-and-Go Headgear
If there’s one accessory that hits all the right notes this season, it’s the Gully Beanie. Crafted by IPD for early-morning surf checks, late-night lot hangs, and everything in between.
Why this beanie?
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Built with a soft acrylic knit that holds shape, doesn’t get weird after a few wears.
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Designed to be usable year-round: not too heavy for a cool beach night, but just enough when those inland temps drop.
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Simple, clean build: cuffed or slouched, your call. Neutral colorways so it plays with anything you’re wearing (tee, fleece, boardshorts, walkshorts).
Fall tip: toss it in your board bag or trunk, and when the wind kicks up post-session or you’re headed out for the bonfire, you’re covered. No fuss. Just throw it on.
One liner from the blog: “It’s not a fashion piece—it’s a functional piece that happens to look good.”
Putting It All Together
–Morning check: sunrise, glassy sets, chill in the air. You’ve got tee + fleece—tee first, fleece on standby. Boardshorts or walkshorts depending on mood.
–Day surf: tee stays, fleece off, beanie in the bag just in case the wind picks up.
–Evening: fleece zipped up, beanie on, tee still in the stack. Maybe a walk to the car, maybe a little post-surf street session.
–Bonus move: tee + beanie under your fleece when you’re layering for a trip inland. The kit travels. Just like you.
Why These Pieces Matter
Because surf culture isn’t just about the morning paddle out—it’s everything around it: the car ride, the lot sessions, the post-surf chow, the dusk gathering. IPD exists to build premium products at the peak of style and functionality, for folks who live to surf, skate, create, inspire
These three categories—fleece, tees, beanie—give you the most bang for your wardrobe. They layer well, they traverse environments (beach ➜ street ➜ camp), and they anchor your fall style without overthinking.
And best of all: minimal effort, maximum use. Gear you pick up this fall and keep in the rotation until spring. That’s how we do it.
Final Wave
So if you’re rolling into fall and you want gear that keeps pace with you—rolling out at dawn, riding the day, cruising into night—go with the staples. Snag a fleece that works for surf and street. Stock up on tees that talk your vibe. Lock in a beanie you’ll never leave the truck without.
You don’t need a closet full of clutter. You need the right ones. The ones built with intent, built with surf-skate culture in mind. The ones made by IPD for folks like you.
Catch the next swell. Dress accordingly. The season’s here.
