Splendid Communications has acquired streetwear fashion and action sports specialists, DIY Creative. The team joins Splendid Communications today (6 November), bringing a roster of clients including DC, Impala, Quiksilver, Roxy and Shiner.

Set up in 2017 by husband and wife creative duo – Kylie Griffiths-Wilson and Carl Wilson, DIY brings inside knowledge and expertise in the sectors. As Creative Director, Kylie draws on a background in fashion and art, having previously been Fashion Editor at VICE magazine. She also set up the London Girls Surf Club, which aims to make the sport more inclusive. Carl is a skateboarder who has ridden professionally for DEATH skateboards in the UK and is supported by brands such as Indie and Creature. He is also a photographer who has shot campaigns for brands and magazines ranging from Santa Cruz to SCHON, TMRW magazine and VICE.

The team brings a breadth of expertise across brand consultancy, PR, influencer, digital, social media, content creation, art direction, design, production and casting.