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What are Hawaiian shirts called in Hawaii?

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What are Hawaiian shirts called in Hawaii?
In Hawaii, Hawaiian shirts are referred to as ‘Aloha shirts’. It is said the Aloha shirt first became popular in the 1920s and 1930s, when local Japanese women would adapt kimono fabric to make men’s shirts. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Hawaiian shirts from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Hawaiian Shirt, Surf Board and Local Tropical Floral Design, Men's Large
Located in Incline Village, NV
" label, this vintage Hawaiian shirt is from the 1960's-1970's. Soft colors of muted blues, yellows, and
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Vintage 1970s Hawaiian Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Vintage Hawaiian Shirt, Parrot and Floral Design, Men's X-Large, Circa 1970's
Located in Incline Village, NV
Cotton Hawaiian vintage shirt with flora and fauna theme of Hawaiian islands; including multiple
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Vintage 1970s Hawaiian Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Cotton

Tori Richard 1960s Flower Printed Vintage Hawaiian 60s Belted Shirt Dress
By LIBERTY HOUSE, Tori Richard
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage late 1960s TORI RICHARD for LIBERTY HOUSE A - Line belted shirt dress! Features
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1960s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

Red ALOHA vintage Shirt 'Asfield by Duke of Hollywood Co California' size 16L
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Red ALOHA vintage shirt, early 1950's scenic crepe pake shirt by Royal Hawaiian. 'Asfield by Duke
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1940s American Shirts

Alfred Shaheen Hawaii California Maxi Dress with Butterfly Floral Print in Pink
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Shaheen is known for his hand printing of Hawaiian fabrics, producing Hawaiian shirts and dresses. The
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1970s American Maxi Dresses

New Men's Iolani Sportswear Painted Turquoise Hawaiian Footprint Shirt–M, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
lust for all things Polynesian saw the introduction of loud Hawaiian shirts into the wardrobes of
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1950s American Surfing Clothing

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