The palaka is the true Hawaiian work-party fabric. Our palaka is inspired by vintage textiles traditionally worn in Hawaii. This overshirt is designed and fit to be worn over a tee shirt and/or one of our other shirts. Garment washed, soft, and perfect for cool Waimea mornings.
Palaka history
Fabric & Construction
- 100% cotton 2x2 yarn dyed satin twill
279 g/sm, garment washed.
- Eco stone washed, soft and broken in
- Buttons, Shoulder Yokes
- Heavyweight, sturdy, designed to layer. Fabric has the feel of a vintage fatigue shirt.
Fit
What is "Western Fit"?
Not too boxy and not too fitted. Designed to be worn untucked. If you're between sizes we recommend sizing up.
Find Your Perfect Fit
Chest:
The chest measurement is taken 1" below the armhole. Measure under your arm at the broadest part of your chest for a full chest measurement.
Neck:
Measure the circumference of your neck with at least two fingers of room. Round up to the nearest half inch.
Sleeve Length:
Measure from the base of neck at center point, where your collar meets the yoke, over the shoulder and down to the wrist.
Size | Fits Neck | Fits Chest | Sleeve(Center of back neck to wrist) |
XS | 13 ½” - 14” | 32” - 34” | 32” |
SMALL | 14" - 14 ½" | 35" - 37" | 32 ½" - 33" |
MEDIUM | 15" - 15 ½" | 38" - 40" | 33 ½" - 34" |
LARGE | 16" - 16 ½" | 41" - 43" | 34 ½" - 35" |
XL | 17" - 17 ½" | 44" - 46" | 35 ½" - 36" |
2XL | 18" - 18 ½" | 47" - 49" | 35 ½" - 36" |
3XL | 19" - 19 ½" | 50" - 52" | 36” - 37” |
4XL | 20” - 20 ½” | 53” - 55” | 36” - 37” |
