This vivid mid-century Aloha shirt is a striking example of postwar island style, made by Tohki Hawaii in Honolulu during the 1950s. Crafted from textured barkcloth in saturated fuchsia pink, the shirt is patterned with oversized hibiscus blooms in bold white, red, and green.

'Tohki Hawaii' was one of the many postwar makers catering to both local Hawaiian buyers and the growing tourist trade. Aloha shirts like this one were not only worn for leisure but became symbolic of the laid-back optimism of the 1950s. This piece, with its sharp pointed collar, four-button front, and short sleeves, reflects the classic features of shirts sold in Honolulu department stores at the time.

There’s no care label, which aligns with its pre-1960s origin. The cotton barkcloth has a pleasing weight and texture, and the shirt is in excellent condition, rare for such an eye-catching piece from this era.

Measurements:
Shoulders: 18 inches
Chest (pit to pit): 44 inches
Length: 30 inches
Sleeve: 10 inches

A true vintage standout for collectors or lovers of bold mid-century style.