Female-founded in 1961, Birdwell is the original Southern California board shorts company. We have been making high-quality board shorts, tote bags, and jackets since 1961. All of our products are designed in California and most are made in the US, constructed from the highest quality nylon fabric, stainless steel grommets, and nylon thread. Now, over sixty years later, we produce a full line of beach-inspired apparel and accessories. Sold online, at authorized dealers around the world, our retail store in Manhattan Beach, CA, and our factory store in Santa Ana.