Vintage Hawaiian Shirts
1960s Ui-Maikai Barkcloth Aloha Shirt – Orange Hibiscus on Deep Chocolate (M)
1960s Ui-Maikai Barkcloth Aloha Shirt – Orange Hibiscus on Deep Chocolate (M)
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A radiant celebration of island color and craftsmanship, this 1960s Ui-Maikai Aloha shirt showcases an explosive hibiscus motif in rich orange, golden yellow, and white—blooming against a deep chocolate barkcloth backdrop. Bold and unapologetically tropical, this shirt evokes the golden age of mid-century Hawaiian style.
Crafted in thick textured barkcloth, the shirt has a weight and durability that immediately sets it apart from modern reproductions. The off-center print is a distinctive vintage hallmark, while the black plastic buttons and horizontal buttonholes add authentic period detail. A welt pocket blends into the scene but breaks alignment, offering that charmingly imperfect signature of handmade originals.
The shirt retains its original Ui-Maikai label (RN 26300), marking it as a product of Union Supply Co. of Hawaii. With a square camp collar and single-stitch seams throughout, this piece delivers both substance and silhouette. In excellent pre-owned condition with vibrant colors and no notable flaws, it's a scarce survivor from an era where quality met flair.
Highly collectible and rarely offered—this Ui-Maikai piece belongs in any serious Aloha shirt rotation.
- Chest (pit to pit): 22"
- Bottom width: 21"
- Length (collar seam to bottom hem): 27"
- Shoulder width: 18.5"
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