Vintage Hawaiian Shirts
1970s Malihini Hawaii Geometric Tapa Shirt – Blue & Green Polyester Knit (M)
1970s Malihini Hawaii Geometric Tapa Shirt – Blue & Green Polyester Knit (M)
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Step into the bold brilliance of 1970s Aloha wear with this electrifying Malihini Hawaii button-up, crafted in a soft and vibrant polyester knit. Drenched in rich oceanic blues, crisp whites, and punchy greens, the print is a geometric tapa-inspired explosion—featuring oversized hibiscus forms, tribal diamonds, and mirrored leaf motifs outlined in black.
The color-saturated design is rendered in an off-centered layout that adds dynamic movement across the shirt, complemented by a perfectly aligned patch pocket and fabric-covered buttons—an elevated construction detail seldom seen today. The smooth polyester has a lightweight, silky feel, perfect for warm evenings and collectors who crave both texture and visual flair.
A deep camp collar and single-stitch construction mark this piece as an authentic product of its era. Made in Hawaii by Malihini Sportswear Inc. for Liberty House, this shirt carries island provenance and department store pedigree—an exceptional survivor with strong collector appeal.
Don’t miss your chance to own this rare Malihini original—scarce in this size and condition.
- Chest (pit to pit): 21.5"
- Bottom width: 20.5"
- Length (collar seam to bottom hem): 28"
- Shoulder width: 18"
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