What a fabulous aloha shirt, and in a rare larger size! I am dating it to early 1950s, although it is possibly earlier. It is a classic Hawaiian shirt - straight cut, back yoke with gathering underneath for ease, large patch pocket on the left upper chest. It is meant to be worn untucked. The open collar is a bit oversized, consistent with dating - no collar loop. Seams are all flat-felled.

SIZE: Labeled XL.

FABRIC/COLORS: A wonderful novelty print in a patchwork style combination of  underwater creatures - smiling seahorses, starfish, conchs and other shells - with tropical flora, and Tiki motifs. The print evokes airbrushing, and uses shades of coral/red, golden yellow, and smoky gray with a bit of black for accents. The fabric is cotton.

TAGS: Paradise Sportswear, made in Hawaii. Paradise Sportswear opened up for business in 1945. 

CLOSURES: The shirt closes with five small plastic button in a shade of orangey pink that coordinates with the print.

CONDITION: Very good to excellent condition. There is light uniform fading, not noticeable due to the airbrush style of print - I noticed when I looked at the back side of the collar. No stains, holes, tears, or other issues noted.