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  Shirt - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
shirt or dress shirt — a shirt with collar and full vertical opening with buttons; left and right sides of this shirt meet with the placket front.
Actually called an Aloha shirt, but is often also called a "tropical shirt," hawaiian shirts are often not fitted and are woven from very light fabric.
diaper shirt — a shirt for infants which includes a long tail that is wrapped between the legs and buttoned to the front of the shirt.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Shirt   (1039 words)

  
 Hawaiian Shirt Story
Although Hawaiian shirts as we know them today originated in Hawaii it was a blend of contributions from people of diverse cultures that sailed the Pacific ocean to Hawaii from far away lands creating a melting pot of influences that lead to the dawning of the Hawaiian shirt.
This shirt became known as the Palaka shirt, which was the basic foundation that lead to the creation of the Hawaiian shirt.
Hawaiian shirts are now being made in China, Japan, Malaysia, and the continental USA to satisfy a ever growing demand.
www.hawaiianshirts.us   (896 words)

  
 Hawaiian - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
They might instead refer to themselves as kama`aina, meaning "child of the land", or as locals, especially if they were born (or at least raised) in Hawaii.
Hawaiian Airlines, the 12th largest commercial airline in the United States.
Hawaiian shirt is a colorful shirt originated in Hawai'i
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Hawaiian   (179 words)

  
 History of Hawaiian Shirts
The Hawaiian shirt (Aloha shirt) is an international symbol of Hawaii recognized around the world.
The term "aloha shirt" may have started as street slang in the early 1930s to describe the growing number of shirts featuring Oriental and Hawaiian designs that were being produced by Honolulu tailors.
Border Hawaiian shirts tended to be longer to show off the fabric images (you never, EVER tuck in a border shirt).
www.alohafunwear.com /funfacts.shtml   (1401 words)

  
 Hawaiian.com: Hawaiian Shirts, Hawaiian Airlines, Live Aloha, Beach Wear, Hawaiian Music   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-08-19)
The shirts sold quickly and (according to local legend) a salesman at the Honolulu Advertiser eventually suggested that Mr.
Despite the gaining popularity of the aloha shirt during the late 1930s and early 1940s, the vivid rayon shirts never really caught on with the locals.
The Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii, in the 1960's, declared that aloha shirts "must be made in Hawaii." If the shirt was not made in Hawaii, the shirt is not an authentic aloha shirt.
www.hawaiian.com   (1102 words)

  
 Hula Girl Hawaiian Shirts Dresss and Sandals
Hawaiian Aloha Shirts have been the defining dress of Hawaii for over 70 years At Hula Girl, Hawaii we strive to deliver only the most creative Hawaiian Shirts and Hawaiian Dresses on the planet.
As Hawaiian Shirts become more of an integral part of casual wear world wide many distributors and retailers have come to rely on factories from China to India for their production of Hawaiian Shirts.
We indroduce upwards of 50 new hawaiian shirt prints per year and ship to retail and wholesale customers in more than 30 countries throughout the world.
www.hulagirlshirts.com   (311 words)

  
 Fantastic Vintage HAWAIIAN Shirt by IOLANI
It measures approximately 27" from the top of shoulder to the bottom of the shirt, and 18 1/2" from shoulder seam to shoulder seam.
The shirt is a semi-heavy linen-like material and has lots of body, not silky and drapy.
The short sleeves have cuffs, and the shirt also features two flap pockets with buttons, one on each side of the chest.
www.cyberattic.com /stores/fuzzyizzy/items/207426/item207426cyberattic.html   (198 words)

  
 Aloha Hawaiian Shirts, Hawaiian Dresses, Blouses and Capris   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-08-19)
In the 1930's & 1940's Hawaiian Shirts became a universal symbol of Hawaii's warmth and spirit.
Each Hawaiian dress, Hawaiian Blouse and Shirt is hand made, and is fairly unique due to the matching of the fabric for the Men's shirt pockets.
Hawaiian Shirts & Dresses are comfortable and casual fitting; men's and ladies Hawaiian Aloha Shirts, Ladies Hawaiian Aloha Capri (cropped) Pants, Women's Hawaiian Aloha Blouses and Four Women's Hawaiian Aloha Dress Styles: Hawaiian Aloha Long Tank dresses, Hawaiian Short Tank dresses, Hawaiian Spaghetti Strap Sun Dresses and Hawaiian Aloha Sarong Dresses.
www.mauishirts.com   (785 words)

  
 Hawaiian Shirts from Wave Shoppe Aloha Shirt - Free Gift Wrapping
Hawaiian shirts (also known as Aloha shirts), have become the recognized symbol of Hawaii, a tropical paradise.
The bold, colorful patterns in Wave Shoppe aloha shirts illustrate the lifestyle, culture, flowers, foliage and heritage of the Hawaiian Islands.
We are a Hawaiian shirt shop that makes authentic handcrafted Hawaiian apparel for men and women in contemporary and vintage prints.
www.waveshoppe.com   (283 words)

  
 Hawaiian Shirts History
Hawaiian shirts have a long and storied history in the 50th State.
Prior to the establishment of the Hawaiian Shirt in the fashion annals, Honolulu was a rather conservative, somewhat drab place from a fashion standpoint.
In Plantation-era Hawaii, the probable precursor to the modern Hawaiian Shirt was the Palaka Shirt and the Kimono-cloth shirt.
www.beanteacher.com /pages/talkstoryfeatures/hawaiianshirthistory.htm   (993 words)

  
 Hawaiian Shirt #10 Blue ukulele M-2XL
Hawaiian Aloha shirts are often worn to parties and casual gatherings as they add color and fun to many festivities.
Hawaiian Shirt sizes are based on torso size in inches for both men and women.
The fit size you just determined is designed for a shirt a few inches wider measured across the chest from under the arms to give you enough room to move around in.
rainbowhawaii.com /10greenxs.html   (326 words)

  
 Hawaiian Dresses and Hawaiian Shirts for the Whole `Ohana!
Hawaiian dresses and matching shirts can be worn for all occasions; our matching aloha prints can be used for parties, family photos and luaus, unique bridal wear, company events, and of course just for fun.
The modern Hawaiian dress is actually something of a new phenomenon for the ladies -- in previous years, the "hawaiian dress" was usually a very conservative mu`umu`u -- definitely not very provocative (however, island women and girls do still wear mu`umu`us on Aloha Friday!).
If you're planning a Hawaiian style luau, complete your theme with some colorful Hawaiian dresses and the essential matching Hawaiian shirts from our Bold and FunHawaiian Dresses and Shirts Collection They are made of high quality cotton and can be conveniently machine-washed.
painagirl.com   (593 words)

  
 Hawaiian Wedding Shirt For Men - The Hawaiian Wedding Shirt For Your Wedding In Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-08-19)
This is a Hawaiian Wedding Shirt shown with a pink sash.
If you do not have white pants and shoes they are available for rental.The shirt has a 3/4 sleeve with a lace inlay in the cuff and yolk.
If you prefer you can just rent the Hawaiian Wedding Shirt for $35.00 or buy the shirt for $55.00.This mens wear is perfect when the bride is wearing a less formal dress such as a white sundress.
www.justmauied.com /sash.html   (181 words)

  
 The Blog: Hawaiian Shirt Day
As we discussed our "Hawaiian wear" we all thought it would be a sight to see if all photographers in the city wore Hawaiian shirts to a breaking news scene one day.
This past Friday, sporting my Hawaiian shirt, I was shooting video of an event at a park on the north side of the city when I noticed that the photog from channel 3 was wearing his Hawaiian shirt.
It was the first time, that I can remember since we were all at the breaking news scene that two different photogs from different stations were wearing their hawaiian shirts.
www.wgreen.com /2005/06/hawaiian-shirt-day.htm   (411 words)

  
 How to Wear a Hawaiian Shirt - eHow.com
Leave your cummerbunds, suspenders, belts and bow ties as far away as possible from the shirt, preferably in their respective drawers.
Wear a Hawaiian shirt with plain, unassuming pants, such as khakis.
Avoid wearing a Hawaiian shirt around those who are easily startled or prone to motion sickness.
www.ehow.com /how_2752_wear-hawaiian-shirt.html   (299 words)

  
 Hawaiian print fabrics, boys hawaiian shirts, hawaiian print shirts, hawaiian print dress
Boys hawaiian shirts are great for parties and still comfortable in the summer heat.
Childrens aloha cabana sets and hawaiian aloha shirts are updated the with newest styles and trendiest hawaiian print fabrics.
Hawaii Mercantile is the place for a wide variety of girls' hawaiian clothing, including girls' dresses, girls' skirty, girls' aloha shirts, and more.
www.hawaiimercantile.com   (306 words)

  
 ★ HAWAIIAN SHIRTS from the islands in cotton, hemp, rayon and more
Wearing a hawaiian shirt sends a message of who you really are, and who you really want to be.
The hawaiian shirt is worn for both casual and formal occasions on the islands, and is meant to do one thing...
This is the meaning and function of 'aloha' in this context, and made-in-the-islands hawaiian shirts are often referred to as 'aloha shirts'.
www.hawaiian-shirt.net   (526 words)

  
 Aloha Shirts. Hawaiian shirts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-08-19)
Aloha shirts is our only business and we have a great selection.
He called it an "aloha shirt" and they have been part of Hawaiian fashion ever since.
The original shirts were bright, but some of the newer designs are inspired by the old tapa designs used by the Hawaiians.
www.alohashirts.net   (148 words)

  
 Avanti Shirts :: Hawaiian Shirts, Aloha shirts, shirts from hawaii, retro silk shirts, hawaiian dresses
Our Hawaiian shirts celebrate the past in authentic patterns that recall the nostalgic heyday of Hawaii's most famous product.
Our high quality silk shirts inspired by original classics from the 1930's, 1940's and the 1950's are "postcards of paradise." They show old Hawaii scenes, flowers and points of interest in original patterns, prints and bright tropical colors and styles.
Our retro shirts are for today's connoisseur or collector who wants to wear a unique piece of apparel art from the Hawaiian Islands.
www.avantishirts.com   (97 words)

  
 Hawaiian Shirts from Aloha Shirt Shop - Free Shipping!
Hawaiian Shirts, Aloha shirts and Hawaiian clothing are our specialty.
The Hawaiian shirt born on the tropical shores of Waikiki, Reyn Spooner shirts create the symbol of the aloha warmth through their
Hawaiian shirt crafters since 1954, RJC is known for fine aloha shirts with the unique flavor of the Hawaiian tropical lifestyle.
www.alohashirtshop.com   (319 words)

  
 Hawaiian shirts, dresses, kid's aloha apparel - Shaka Time Hawaiian Shirt Co.
Our Hawaiian apparel and Hawaiian clothes are the perfect aloha attire for companies uniforms, company parties, conventions, trade shows, team events and even marching bands.
For half a century, the Hawaiian Islands have been known for their aloha shirts with exotic Hawaiian print shirt design and vibrant colors.
Shaka Time Hawaii takes pride in offering you this beautifully hand crafted Hawaiian attire, and because of your patronage we are able to maintain authenticity and the finest quality; since our clothing is NOT imported from other countries but created by the beautiful people of the Hawaiian Islands.
www.shakatime.com   (458 words)

  
 T-Shirts from Maui's Silk Graphics
Shirts for the best man, the father of the bride, the whole wedding party!
Our Hawaiian Lava Dirt and Red Dirt T-shirts are premium examples of the dyer's and silk screener's arts.
Every t-shirt we sell is a quality garnment that will provide years of service and enjoyment, only growing softer and more attractive as the years pass.
www.silkgraphics.com   (265 words)

  
 Hawaiian shirt history
The history of the Hawaiian or “Aloha Shirt” can be traced to the early western missionaries in the 19th century.
Chun was born in Honolulu in 1909 and died June 16, 2000, at the age of 91.
The future success of the Aloha Shirt was assured after placing one of his sister’s designed, short-sleeved shirts in his shop’s window with a sign that read “Aloha Shirt”.
www.tropicalshirts.net /hawaiian_shirt_history.html   (492 words)

  
 Hawaiian Shirt Reviews   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-08-19)
I’ll try to give physical measurements of the shirt because the different manufactures are so different in their sizing.
Tagged under Hawaiian, Aloha,, shirts, comfort, wear, colorful.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, established in 1916, displays the results of 70 million years of volcanism, migration, and evolution — processes that thrust a bare land from the sea and clothed it with complex and unique ecosystems and a distinct human culture.
hawaiian-shirt-reviews.com   (841 words)

  
 Hawaiian shirts and Hawaiian dresses boutique
The history of Hawaiian shirts dates back to the 1930's and has come to symbolize the fun and casual lifestyle of Hawaii.
We carry a full range of Hawaiian shirts and Hawaiian dresses, including short and full-length Hawaiian dresses in tank and spaghetti strap styles, muumuus and special Hawaiian wedding dresses.
Remember, our Hawaiian shirts and dresses are authentic and carry the "Made in Hawaii" label, so your satisfaction is guaranteed.
www.alohafunwear.com   (192 words)

  
 Parrots in Neon Jungle: Hawaiian Shirt Masterpiece
We are the guys who travel the world, braving danger and hardship to bring you only the BEST Hawaiian style theme shirts on the planet.
The shirt is 100% COTTON and it is MADE IN THE USA.
You’ll pay a little more than for our average shirt only because these shirts are somewhat heavier than the average Hawaiian style shirt which means they will hang better, last longer, and retain their shape after numerous wearings.
www.loudobnoxiousthemeshirts.com /painnejuhash.html   (378 words)

  
 Hawaiian Shirt Designs by Nancy N. Schiffer
Beautiful and wild print shirts evolved from the special culture of Hawaii, a paradise of mild climate, clean water, and abundant flowers.
In this expansive book, over 425 different shirts are displayed in clear color photographs along with an historical text, women's clothing, 20 different button styles, and-for the first time-229 researched manufacturer's and retail labels which help to date and identify the shirts.
The success story of these special aloha shirts, primarily of the 1935 to 1965 era, is woven with the words of the people who themselves created and witnessed the development of this Hawaiian classic.
www.booklineshawaii.com /book/bac/300547.html   (184 words)

  
 Aloha! Classic Hawaiian shirts, plus size styles, bowling attire, retro vintage clothing gifts!
Many of the Aloha shirts we carry are Made in Hawaii, and cater to fans of trendy new hawaiian shirt styles, retro and vintage clothing, as well as car aficionados, parrots (parrothead fans, rejoice!), koi fish, hula dancers, surfing, tikis, airplanes and much, much more.
Bowling shirt fans can also find a selection of brand new shirts with retro and vintage style designs.
We expect our Hawaiin shirt inventory to change constantly, and many of our unique clothing styles are limited in number.
www.beanteacher.com   (567 words)

  
 Hawaiian Shirts, dresses, clothing, aloha apparel, flip flops - BananaJack.com
Banana Jack Hawaiian Aloha shirts, Hawaiian Cotton Shirts, Hawaiian Rayon shirts and all our Hawaiian Dresses are made right here in Honolulu, Hawaii.
At Banana Jack we are passionate about Classic Original Hawaiian Aloha Shirts and since you're in the market for either a Hawaiian shirt or dress, you can be certain you've come to the right place.
We have many styles of women's Hawaiian dresses and Hawaiian blouses, including long tank dresses, short tank dresses, Hawaiian sarongs, and spaghetti strap dresses.
www.bananajack.com   (209 words)

  
 Tips from eHow users on How to Wear a Hawaiian Shirt - eHow.com
Hawaiian shirts in Hawaii Valerie G. In Hawaii, buy a Hawaiian shirt that doesn't have a huge color contrast to it.
How to tell if it is a good quality shirt steph F. A true Hawaiian native knows that on a good quality aloha shirt, the pattern or the design on the pocket is always continuous (or matching) with the shirt.
These shirts are the formal wear of aloha shirts.
www.ehow.com /tips_2752.html   (325 words)

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