Nice stuff Moose (liking the fifth from right the on the rail a lot ), was just about to do the wardrobe switch over myself so I'll photo some of my faves.

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A fan of the old tiki patterns I see AB

Nice collection Moose.

Always a treat when they arrive by post - especially if directly from Hawaii.

I've said it before, but they are like ties in that you could look at a hundred before finding one you like.

I like prints with human figures (especially Hawaiian maidens), planes and ships, landscapes, and anything with pineapples. As nice as the rayon ones are, I've never been too bothered about material - many cotton and even polyester shirts are things of beauty. Another thing that appeals to me is the hokey 1950s-style construction of many Hawaiian shirts.

Makers above include Hilo Hattie, Reyn Spooner, Iolani, Kai Nani, Kahala, Kalaheo, RJC, Diamond Head, and a couple I forget.

I was wearing Hawaiian shirt yesterday and one today public holiday. Always says holiday or BBQ to me and beer. And I like to sing.....

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=r_vTY67Wd9I&feature=kp

Well, I packed my bags and bought myself a ticket
For the land of the tall palm tree.
Aloha ol’ Milwaukee,
Hello Waikiki
I just stepped down from the airplane
When I heard her say.
“Wacka Wacka, nuka, licka
Wacka Wacka nuka licka
Would you like a ……Lay

Hey, Let’s talk dirty in Hawaiian
Whisper in my ear
Kicka puka maka waawaa heenee
Are the words I long to hear
Lay your coconut on my tiki
Whata hecka mooka mooka dear.
Let’s talk dirty in Hawaiian
Say the words I long to hear.

I was gutted that i missed out on the JS aloha shirt.

http://www.garmsville.com/post/50337545292/surfs-up-at-john-simons

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You should be able to turn up a Reyn Spooner reverse-print popover online easily enough (although that is a fine example - most originals are more subdued). They run very large compared to other shirts.

The Hope/Tozian book is a great read with stunning photography. Lots of history, interviews, and even pages on the minutiae of coconut buttons.

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