This Pullover Aloha Shirt features our Waiakeakua print on Black Stripe material with White ink. 

Waiakeakua

A fresh water pond in Waiākeakua Stream, near the base of the Koʻolau Mountains, was our playground for many summers.  Situated at the back of Mānoa Valley, the pond was surrounded by white ginger blossoms and gardenias.  There was no other setting that was more peaceful and refreshing!

White ginger blossoms made up my very first design.  Learning how to cut the amberlith film, I chose ginger because I was familiar with the blossoms and I wanted to surprise Nalani….

The cut of these flower designs are a reflection of time.  They honor the years that Nalani and I have been together.  They also share an intimate respect for both the fragile blooms and my desire to express a peaceful form.

Inspired by the ivy-league shirts of the early 1900s, the fabric designs are pure Hawai‘i, and the look is pleasingly fresh. The Pullover features a half placket and is designed slightly wider to allow over-the-head dressing with ease. Coconut buttons are featured on the stand-up, button-down collar and on the front placket. Tuck it in or leave it out over the trousers for a more casual look. Either way, it's the perfect touch of crisp aloha!