Sun Surf Special Edition for Keoni of Hawaii: Hoolaulea in Hawaii
Keoni of Hawaii is an original brand for Sun Surf that was developed in 1996 with the cooperation of the great Hawaiian-shirt master designer of the 1940's, John Meigs. John was alive and well in 1996, and in conjunction with Sun Surf, his original, never-released designs of the 1940's were brought to life under this then-new relationship. By 2001, John's advanced age precluded further direct participation, and so other artists from around the world contributed to carry on the original concepts under the Keoni of Hawaii brand, all the while maintaining John's motto: "Let Hawaiian shirts be the bridge between Hawaii and Japan." Today, all designs under the brand are unique, one-of-a-kind creations available exclusively from Sun Surf that follow John's 1940's concepts with the same attention to artistic storytelling in true vintage form.
Keoni of Hawaii designs incorporate colors and color shades not found on the Sun Surf standard editions. Other original features include: one deftly matched invisible pocket, genuine wooden buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the vintage aesthetics and materials found in the 1940's. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Keoni of Hawaii designs are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan, and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
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Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian Shirt – Festival
This is a Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian shirt, the design of which deftly copies an original example produced in 1950 under the Pali brand. Original examples of this shirt are extremely rare, and the colors must be seen in person to be appreciated fully: This is the most colorful offering we have!
Special Editions are manufactured to degrees of authenticity that soar beyond the standard editions, fabulous as the standard editions are; each Special Edition is precisely recreated to match the vintage example it copies using yarns and dyes specifically reproduced to match just this one shirt style to utmost precision, and the rayon is screen printed using a filament discharge, just as the original examples of this print once were.
Special Editions incorporate colors and color shades not found on the standard editions, thus providing for more precise color matching to the vintage shirt being copied. Other original features include: one deftly matched invisible pocket, genuine wooden buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the original label found on this shirt. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Sun Surf Special Editions are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
Imported from Japan
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Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian Shirt Celebration Red
This is a Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian shirt, the design of which deftly copies an original example produced in 1950 under the Polynesian Sportswear brand. Original examples of this shirt are extremely rare, and the colors must be seen in person to be appreciated fully: This is the boldest, most detailed, most colorful offering we have - and in red - a very rare color!
Special Editions are manufactured to degrees of authenticity that soar beyond the standard editions, fabulous as the standard editions are; each Special Edition is precisely recreated to match the vintage example it copies using yarns and dyes specifically reproduced to match just this one shirt style to utmost precision, and the rayon is screen printed using a filament discharge, just as the original examples of this print once were.
Special Editions incorporate colors and color shades not found on the standard editions, thus providing for more precise color matching to the vintage shirt being copied. Other original features include: one deftly matched invisible pocket, genuine coconut-shell buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the original label found on this shirt. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Sun Surf Special Editions are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
Imported from Japan
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Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian Shirt Macintosh Menu
This is a Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian shirt, the design of which deftly copies an original example produced in 1950 by the Hookano brand. Back in the Golden Age of Hawaiian shirts, this print was copied from imagery that appeared on the food menus of Macintosh Line cruse ships, hence the name. Original examples of this shirt are about as rare as they get, and the brown-dominant color combination is exceptionally rare and desirable.
Special Editions are manufactured to degrees of authenticity that soar beyond the standard editions, fabulous as the standard editions are; each Special Edition is precisely recreated to match the vintage example it copies using yarns and dyes specifically reproduced to match just this one shirt style to utmost precision, and the rayon is screen printed using a filament discharge, just as the original examples of this print once were.
Special Editions incorporate colors and color shades not found on the standard editions, thus providing for more precise color matching to the vintage shirt being copied. Other original features include: one deftly matched invisible pocket, genuine wooden buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the original label found on this shirt. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Sun Surf Special Editions are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
Imported from Japan
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Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian Shirt Matson Line
This is a Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian shirt, the design of which deftly copies an original example produced in 1950 by the Kilohana brand. This design stands out with its navy-colored, ultra-desirable background color (the choice of Hawaiian shirt enthusiasts) that provides for maximum color contrast, while the combination of lei, tourists, and Matson cruise liners are among the most famous motifs depicted on vintage Hawaiian shirts.
Special Editions are manufactured to degrees of authenticity that soar beyond the standard editions, fabulous as the standard editions are; each Special Edition is precisely recreated to match the vintage example it copies using yarns and dyes specifically reproduced to match just this one shirt style to utmost precision, and the rayon is screen printed using a filament discharge, just as the original examples of this print once were.
Special Editions incorporate colors and color shades not found on the standard editions, thus providing for more precise color matching to the vintage shirt being copied. Other original features include: one deftly matched invisible pocket, genuine coconut-shell buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the original label found on this shirt. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Sun Surf Special Editions are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
Imported from Japan
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Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian Shirt Moonlight Hula
This is a Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian shirt, the design of which deftly copies an original example produced in 1950 by the Poi Pounder Tog brand. Original examples of this shirt are about as rare as they get, and the color combination is exceptionally rare and desirable, being navy, light blue, and yellow.
Special Editions are manufactured to degrees of authenticity that soar beyond the standard editions, fabulous as the standard editions are; each Special Edition is precisely recreated to match the vintage example it copies using yarns and dyes specifically reproduced to match just this one shirt style to utmost precision, and the rayon is screen printed using a filament discharge, just as the original examples of this print once were.
Special Editions incorporate colors and color shades not found on the standard editions, thus providing for more precise color matching to the vintage shirt being copied. Other original features include: one deftly matched invisible pocket, genuine coconut-shell buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the original label found on this shirt. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Sun Surf Special Editions are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
Imported from Japan
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Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian Shirt, Duke’s Palm Tree, Brown – Closeout!
Closeout: This style is priced $50.00 off the original retail price!!!
This is a Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian shirt produced under their Duke Kahanamoku label. The design deftly copies an original example produced in 1950 under Duke's own brand.
Special Editions are manufactured to degrees of authenticity that soar beyond the standard editions, fabulous as the standard editions are; each Special Edition is precisely recreated to match the vintage example it copies using yarns and dyes specifically reproduced to match just this one shirt style to utmost precision, and the rayon is screen printed using a filament discharge, just as the original examples of this print once were.
Special Editions incorporate colors and color shades not found on the standard editions, thus providing for more precise color matching to the vintage shirt being copied. Other original features include: two deftly matched invisible pockets, mother-of-pearl buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the original label found on this shirt with the legendary name of Duke Kahanamoku. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Sun Surf Special Editions are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
Imported from Japan
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Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian Shirt, Duke’s Tropical View, Brown
This is a Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian shirt produced under license for their Duke Kahanamoku label. The design deftly copies an original example produced in the 1950's under Duke's own brand.
Special Editions are manufactured to degrees of authenticity that soar beyond the standard editions, fabulous as the standard editions are; each Special Edition is precisely recreated to match the vintage example it copies using yarns and dyes specifically reproduced to match just this one shirt style to utmost precision, and the rayon is screen printed using a filament discharge, just as the original examples of this print once were.
Special Editions incorporate colors and color shades not found on the standard editions, thus providing for more precise color matching to the vintage shirt being copied. Other original features include: two deftly matched invisible pockets, mother-of-pearl buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the original label found on this shirt with the legendary name of Duke Kahanamoku. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Sun Surf Special Editions are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
Imported from Japan
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Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian Shirt, PAA Air Travel Navy Blue
This is a Sun Surf Special-Edition Hawaiian shirt, the design of which deftly copies an original example produced in the 1940's under the Royal Hawaiian brand. This shirt features propeller-driven Pan Am airliners and the tourists they deposited in paradise, Diamond Head, hula girls, Waikiki Beach, The Royal Hawaiian Hotel, and other classic motifs, making it the perfect selection for anyone seeking a classic look from the “golden years” of Hawaiian shirts or in need of an all-over "tourist" print in a rare color. Original examples of this shirt are extremely rare and extremely desirable.
Special Editions are manufactured to degrees of authenticity that soar beyond the standard editions, fabulous as the standard editions are; each Special Edition is precisely recreated to match the vintage example it copies using yarns and dyes specifically reproduced to match just this one shirt style to utmost precision, and the rayon is screen printed using a filament discharge, just as the original examples of this print once were.
Special Editions incorporate colors and color shades not found on the standard editions, thus providing for more precise color matching to the vintage shirt being copied. Other original features include: one deftly matched invisible pocket, genuine coconut-shell buttons that precisely match those found on the original shirt, and a label that precisely copies the original label found on this shirt. And to enhance the collectibility of this shirt, it comes in its own presentation/storage box. Once produced, the special edition is retired from production, thus ensuring each is extremely limited in quantity made.
Sun Surf Special Editions are nearly impossible to obtain outside of Japan and we are proud beyond words to have been able to obtain a few of this shirt print that stands out as one of the most unique ever offered.
To help preserve the fabric and colors, dry cleaning is the only laundering method endorsed by the manufacturer.
Please see our SIZING TIPS for advice on how to get the correct fit.
Imported from Japan
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