New Zealand Women Casual Shirt Aotearoa Kowhaiwhai Mix Taniko Art LT14

New Zealand Women Casual Shirt – Aotearoa Kowhaiwhai Mix Taniko Art

Bold. Cultural. Beautifully complex. The New Zealand Women Casual Shirt – Aotearoa Kowhaiwhai Mix Taniko Art is a wearable tribute to the rich visual language of Māori heritage. Designed for wāhine who walk with grace and pride, this piece connects past and present through sacred artistry.

The design is a dynamic fusion of kowhaiwhai (painted rafter patterns found in wharenui) and tāniko (intricate geometric weaving borders). Flowing spirals speak to genealogy and the endless movement of life, while sharp, woven edges signify order, strength, and ancestral protection. The result is powerful visual storytelling rooted in Aotearoa.

With a graceful feminine silhouette and a color palette that evokes natural earth tones and traditional whariki weaving, this shirt is perfect for cultural celebrations, professional environments, or daily expressions of identity. It’s not just a garment—it’s your story, printed in sacred pattern.

Made with soft-touch polyester, it delivers breathable comfort, moisture resistance, and a lightweight fit ideal for long days or layered wear. High-definition printing ensures the patterns stay bold and meaningful without fading. Each piece is hand-cut and hand-sewn to order—because your culture deserves care.

Explore more garments that carry the soul of the Pacific in our Women’s Casual Shirt Collection.

Our Cultural Mission

Polynesian Pride is committed to uplifting cultural identity through thoughtful apparel. We believe our clothing should not only honor ancestral knowledge but carry it forward into everyday life—with authenticity, care, and beauty.

The Kowhaiwhai Mix Taniko Shirt honors the harmony between curves and structure, softness and strength—just like the women of the Pacific. Each shirt is a conversation starter, an emblem of mana wāhine, and a reminder of the power in visual storytelling.

• Material: Soft polyester – lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking
• Design: Blend of Māori kowhaiwhai and taniko motifs
• Craftsmanship: Made-to-order, hand-cut and hand-sewn
• Fit: Feminine silhouette with comfort and cultural presence
• Symbolism: Represents heritage, movement, unity, and sacred geometry

Why Choose Polynesian Pride?

Because your whakapapa is worth wearing with pride. At Polynesian Pride, we create garments that are grounded in tradition and made to uplift. We don’t follow trends—we follow genealogy, visual symbolism, and the spirit of the Pacific.

Our designs are born from respect—for the land, for our elders, and for every woman walking proudly in her cultural truth. When you wear this shirt, you wear a legacy of survival, creation, and cultural continuity. It's not fashion. It's identity woven into fabric.

Before You Order

• Check our Size Chart to ensure a perfect fit
• Allow for 1–3 cm variance due to hand-sewn production
• Pattern alignment may differ slightly due to custom cutting
• Lighting and screen differences may affect how colors appear

Return & Refund Policy

We value your trust and stand behind our craftsmanship. That’s why all apparel is protected by our 30-day return and refund policy.

If your item arrives with defects or errors, we’ll resolve it promptly. Items must be returned in new, unworn condition. While we don’t accept returns for changes of mind after customization, we’re committed to resolving sizing or quality concerns with transparency and care.

You may add Shipping Insurance at checkout for extra peace of mind against transit loss or theft. For more, visit our Return Policy and Refund Policy.

Carry the sacred art of Aotearoa—only at Polynesian Pride. Wear your story in every line, every curve, every thread.