1970s Smart Tropical Grove Shirt – Navy, Leaf & Cherry Blossom Rayon Blend (M)

Bold and lush, this 1970s “Smart Shirt” captures the playful sophistication of vintage islandwear at its peak. The richly layered print features oversized fronds, abstract tree trunks, cherry-red berries, and clusters of white-on-navy florals—evoking a stylized tropical grove in full bloom.

The shirt is cut from a silky-feel polyester with an elegant drape and subtle sheen that sets it apart from matte cottons or barkcloth. The camp collar lies flat and sharp, while the shiny plastic buttons add a soft glimmer to the already vibrant composition. A single patch pocket punctuates the chest—intentionally unaligned to the print, staying true to mid-century casualwear norms.

This piece is finished with single-stitch seams and an off-center print pattern, both nods to period-authentic construction. The saturated navy base and crisp greens pop against bursts of white and red, making this an eye-catching piece that transitions easily from collector’s rack to resort-ready wear.

In excellent pre-owned condition with no visible flaws, this is a scarce mid-century survivor with strong graphic appeal and classic styling.

- Chest (pit to pit): 21"

- Bottom width: 21"

- Length (collar seam to bottom hem): 27.5"

- Shoulder width: 18"