- Makin’ Waves was created by two childhood friends, Stuart Joblin and Doug Patterson, on February 1, 1988. The idea behind Makin’ Waves grew from a University course feasibility study on cotton surf shorts called Bermuda Baggies, and has grown into the biggest and best Active lifestyle/ Surf retailer in Bermuda. Stuart and Doug continue to own and operate the business today.
- In 1988 Makin Waves opened its first location at 75 Front Street, Hamilton.
- In 1996 Makin Waves opened its second store in the Clock Tower Mall, Dockyard.
- In 1998 Makin Waves added another store in Dockyard catering to the children's market. This store was called Ripples and operated until the fall of 2001.
- In 2005 a branch store in St George was opened to service the cruise ship visitors and the locals in the East End. This store closed in the fall of 2009 once the cruise ships stopped visiting St George on a regular basis.
- In 2009 the Clock Tower Mall store was relocated to the current location at 5 Camber Road, Dockyard.
- In 2012, after 24 years, Makin Waves relocated its original store from Front Street to the current location at 10 Church Street, Hamilton.
- March 28, 2015. After only three years Makin Waves opened its new Hamilton location at 11 Church Street, directly across from the old location.
- In 1996 Makin Waves opened its second store in the Clock Tower Mall, Dockyard.
- In 1998 Makin Waves added another store in Dockyard catering to the children's market. This store was called Ripples and operated until the fall of 2001.
- In 2005 a branch store in St George was opened to service the cruise ship visitors and the locals in the East End. This store closed in the fall of 2009 once the cruise ships stopped visiting St George on a regular basis.
- In 2009 the Clock Tower Mall store was relocated to the current location at 5 Camber Road, Dockyard.
- In 2012, after 24 years, Makin Waves relocated its original store from Front Street to the current location at 10 Church Street, Hamilton.
- March 28, 2015. After only three years Makin Waves opened its new Hamilton location at 11 Church Street, directly across from the old location.
Doug and Stuart travel to the fashion ‘hot spots’ of North America several times a year to gather the eclectic mix of fun, function and fashion that Makin’ Waves has come to be known for. Check out the vendor page for a list of the major brands sold in the stores.
The men’s and ladies swimwear selection is second to none on the island and Makin Waves has been awarded several "Best of Bermuda" awards within this catagory. For casual and smart casual outfits for the whole year, Makin’ Waves just cannot be beat! The water sports section is full of great stuff for snorkeling, scuba, boating or just hanging around on the beach or by the pool. Makin Waves is the largest retail supplier of Stand Up Paddle Boards and accessories. For those bright Bermuda days, Makin Waves has several great lines of quality eye wear and sun-care to choose from.
The men’s and ladies swimwear selection is second to none on the island and Makin Waves has been awarded several "Best of Bermuda" awards within this catagory. For casual and smart casual outfits for the whole year, Makin’ Waves just cannot be beat! The water sports section is full of great stuff for snorkeling, scuba, boating or just hanging around on the beach or by the pool. Makin Waves is the largest retail supplier of Stand Up Paddle Boards and accessories. For those bright Bermuda days, Makin Waves has several great lines of quality eye wear and sun-care to choose from.