Former

Dane Reynolds ditched corporate surf brands to create something real - refined pieces that actually reflect how surfers and skaters live.
Skip to results list
63 items

Filter

Former was launched in 2017 by professional surfer Dane Reynolds, alongside Craig Anderson and skateboarder Austyn Gillette. After parting ways with Quiksilver, Reynolds wanted to build something independently, creating clothing that he and his friends actually wanted to wear. The result is a brand rooted in surf and skate culture but free from the cliches of either world. Former's aesthetic sits at the intersection of art, music, and riding, with a refined, understated edge that feels grown up without being boring. The brand is rider-owned and operated, and that authenticity runs through every piece. At Wally we carry Former's full menswear range including tees, shirts, shorts, pants, and outerwear. Shop Former NZ in store at our Takapuna boutique or online with free delivery over $80.

The Former range at Wally

The Ag Raglan Waffle is the piece to start with. Shorts are the other strength. The Reynolds 21" Shorts and their denim version both sell steadily, and the Swans swim shorts have done the same. On the tee wall the Oscillating and Proscription prints lead, while the Franchise Waffle tees carry the same waffle texture as the Raglan in short and long sleeve versions.

Former shorts

Lengths run from the Swans 18" swim short up to the Reynolds 21" in plain and denim, with the System 19" and Militant 18.5" in between. The Swans Cargo 21" adds pockets to the swim option.

Former FAQ

Is Wally an authorised Former stockist in New Zealand?
Yes. Our Former stock comes through the brand's official distribution, ordered each season.

Can I try Former on before buying?
Yes, the range is in our store on Hurstmere Road, Takapuna. Open seven days.

Which Former style should I start with?
The Ag Raglan Waffle. It is the piece the range is built around, and it's in stock now.

Is Former a surf brand or a skate brand?
Both. It was started by pro surfers Dane Reynolds and Craig Anderson with skateboarder Austyn Gillette, and it sits across surf and skate rather than in either camp.

What makes Former different?
Former is owned and run by the riders themselves rather than a corporate label, and the founders set out to reject the usual surf-industry conventions in favour of creative freedom over commercial trends.

Do you ship Former within NZ?
Yes, free over $80, and we ship to 30+ countries too.

Shop Former alongside the rest of the range: Mens T-Shirts, Mens Shorts, Mens Shirts, Mens Pants and Mens Hoodies.