Flipper’s Debuts Streetwear Line Celebrating Roller Skating Legacy
Roller skating isn’t just a sport — it’s a culture, a fashion statement, and a movement rooted in community. At the center of this legacy is Flipper’s, the skate brand relaunched in 2022 by Liberty Ross, daughter of Ian “Flipper” Ross, who founded the legendary West Hollywood roller rink in 1979. Known as a cultural hotspot, the original Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace drew in music and style icons like Prince, Usher, Dr. Dre, and Mary J. Blige, while inspiring a new generation of collaborations with brands including Brain Dead, adidas, and Hunza G. Now, Flipper’s is entering its next era with the launch of its first official fashion label: Flipper’s Fashion Collection.A Streetwear Drop With Skating DNA
The Fall/Winter ‘25 unisex line channels Flipper’s roller disco heritage into bold, contemporary streetwear. Highlights include:A reimagined MA-1 bomber jacket
Photo-printed nylon outerwear
Statement sherpa jackets
Graphic tees and sweats featuring archival imagery from Flipper’s golden era
In addition to apparel, the collection includes playful accessories such as totes, skate straps, sticker packs, and even branded band-aids — all designed to celebrate skate culture’s nostalgic roots.
Carrying the Legacy Forward
For Liberty Ross, the collection represents both heritage and reinvention. “Flipper’s has always been about more than skating,” she shared in a recent statement. “It’s about music, fashion, and self-expression. With this collection, we’re honoring the past while speaking to a whole new generation.”With skating’s resurgence across city streets and parks, Flipper’s fashion line is a natural extension of its community-first ethos — merging the freedom of movement with the style of the streets.
